Financial Literacy: Money Talks – Your City

Ever curious about how our city handles its big wallet? Get ready to uncover the secrets of how our city makes, spends, and saves money, and how it all affects us.

1. City Income: The Money-Making Machine
Let’s dive into how our city earns its money. Think of our city like a giant store, making money through business taxes, property taxes, and maybe even tourist attractions. We’ll explore the different ways our city fills its coffers to keep things running smoothly.

2. Spending Wisely: Keeping the City Running
Now, where does all that money go? We’ll take a look at the city’s shopping list – from fixing roads and keeping parks beautiful to funding schools and emergency services. Learn how these expenses are necessary for keeping our city a great place to live.

3. Saving Up: The City’s Rainy Day Fund
Just like we save money for unexpected expenses, our city does too. Discover how and why the city saves money for emergencies, future projects, or unexpected costs. It’s like having a safety net for the whole community.

4. The Ripple Effect: How City Finances Affect You
How does this impact you and your family? We’ll connect the city’s financial decisions to your everyday life. From the taxes your family pays to the public facilities and services you use, see how you’re a part of the city’s financial ecosystem.

5. Your Voice Matters: Getting Involved
As young, active citizens, your opinions and actions matter. We’ll discuss how staying informed and involved in city matters, like community meetings or local elections, can help shape the financial decisions that affect us all.

6. Interactive Budgeting Activity: You’re in Charge!
Time to take the reins! In our interactive activity, you’ll get a chance to decide how you would budget the city’s money. Allocate funds to different services and projects, and see the outcomes of your choices. It’s a hands-on way to understand the challenges and responsibilities of managing a city’s finances.

Join us for this enlightening and engaging session where you’ll learn all about the ins and outs of our city’s finances. You’ll walk away with a new understanding of how city decisions affect your life and how you can play a part in shaping our community’s future.

The event is only possible because of the generous support of the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council.

Please register below or by email: Alyssa@WeThriveTogether.org