The 2025 Local Government Budgeting and Planning Outlook Report

This inaugural report from ClearGov offers an inside look at the top challenges, priorities, and success factors shaping public finance today. Based on a nationwide survey of nearly 200 finance leaders and executives, plus analysis of over 100 budget book transmittal letters, the report explores how local governments are navigating budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning amid economic uncertainty, staffing pressures, and rising demands for transparency.

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