i <br /> Capital projects to be fuxanced from all revenue sources are integrated into the Program so <br /> that citizens, Council, and staff may review in one document the City's Plan for capital <br /> improvements over the next five years. <br /> ~ The CIP does not carry budget authority. It is, however, a valuable planning tool used to <br /> guide staff, the Budget Committee, and the City Council in creating the annual budget. Future <br /> maintenance impacts of projects are estimated where possible. <br /> ~ CONCLUSION <br /> ~ Please receive the Capital Improvements Program with the perspective that it serves as a <br /> guide for the City's needed improvements; that it is shaped by citizen input and the City`s <br /> j ~ projected financial resources; and that it is subject to annual review and revision. The <br /> direction provided by this document helps the City of Springfield direct its resources to <br /> { capital improvements which best serve the needs of the citizens of Springfield. <br /> - . <br /> ~ _ Sincerely, <br /> CYNTHIA PAPPAS <br /> Interim City Manager <br /> <br /> i <br /> _ . <br /> <br />