This biannual meeting is designed for all members of the Budget Working Group to examine state budget strategies. Participants will collaborate on ways to minimize fiscal distress and improve long-term sustainability. During the meeting, Budget Working Group committees will also convene.
Wednesday, June 5
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6-8 p.m.
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Reception at The Nest Rooftop Bar and Lounge
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Thursday, June 6
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8-9 a.m.
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Breakfast
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9-9:30 a.m.
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Welcome | Introductions
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9:30-10:20 a.m.
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Economic Outlook
- Kate Watkins, Ph.D., president and chief economist, Bright Fox Analytics
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10:20-10:35 a.m.
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Snack Break
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10:35-11:25 a.m.
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Triumphs and Plunders: Managing Revenues and Expenditures
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11:25-11:35 a.m.
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Break
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11:35-12:25 p.m.
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Why is Everything Crumbling? A Look at Deferred Maintenance
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12:25-1:30 p.m.
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Lunch
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1:30-2:15 p.m.
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Committee Breakout
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2:15-2:25 p.m.
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Break
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2:25-3:15 p.m.
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Prioritizing Data-Driven Budgeting
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3:15-3:30 p.m.
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Snack Break
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3:30-4:30 p.m.
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Roundtable
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5:30-7:30 p.m.
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Reception
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Friday, June 7
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8-9 a.m.
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Breakfast
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9-9:15 a.m.
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Fiscal 50 Update
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9:15-10 a.m.
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Committee Breakout
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10-10:15 a.m.
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BWG Next Steps
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10:15-10:30 a.m.
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Break
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10:30-11:30 a.m.
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Finding Resiliency During Challenging Times
- Mark Quiner, director, NCSL Center for Ethics in Government
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11:30 a.m.
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Lunch and Networking Opportunity
Boxed lunches will be provided.
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