GFOAT Corpus Christi Fall 2026
October 14-16 | Omni Corpus Christi
Speakers and sessions are subject to change. All events are at the Omni Corpus Christi unless otherwise noted.
Handouts will not be provided on site.
Public Safety Budgeting
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Public safety budgets must balance around-the-clock service demands with limited resources and costs that extend well beyond the current year. This session explores how to build sustainable budgets for police, fire, EMS, and emergency management. Attendees will learn to calculate the full cost of staffing and compensation changes, anticipate overtime, plan for equipment replacement, and recognize ongoing obligations tied to technology and grants. Learn how five-year forecasts and clear service measures can help explain budget trade-offs and guide informed decisions.
