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I recently noticed that the City is spending $657.19 on hats for VictorFest, and I wanted to ask whether that is really a necessary use of taxpayer money.
Victor’s FY27 budget is roughly $9 million, so I realize $657.19 represents a very small portion of total City spending. At the same time, I think residents should still be able to ask whether purchases like promotional hats are necessary and whether that money could be better used elsewhere.
