County Staff to Dive into Revolutionary ‘Zero-Based’ Budgeting Approach

The Mohave County Board of Supervisors convened this week to deliberate on the potential adoption of a “zero-based” budgeting system. This initiative aims to address the county’s financial management and enhance fiscal responsibility.

During the meeting, supervisors expressed concerns about current budget practices and the need for a strategic overhaul. Implementing zero-based budgeting could demand that every department justify its expenses from the ground up, rather than relying on prior budgets as a baseline.

The board’s decision puts pressure on county staff to outline a feasible approach for the new system. This method, while more labor-intensive, has the potential to identify unnecessary expenditures and allocate resources more effectively. Stakeholders in the community have shown varying degrees of support, citing both the benefits of financial transparency and the challenges of transition.

As discussions continue, the Mohave County Board of Supervisors will assess the complexities of implementing such a significant change in budgeting practices.