# Aaron out the budget concerns

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Podcast: [Speaking Municipally](https://stenobird.com/podcast/speaking-municipally-334826)
Published: 2026-07-10T18:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

We're joined by Ward Dene Coun. Aaron Paquette for a conversation about the upcoming four-year budget. We talk about the state of Edmonton's finances, our city's relationship with neighbours and the province, and what success looks like for the 2027-2030 budget. (00:00) - Introduction (02:00) - Aaron Paquette (11:02) - Municipal/provincial relations (17:08) - Regional growth pressures (25:42) - Downtown incentives (27:45) - Ad: Park Power (28:22) - Budget engagement (32:49) - Social return (35:30) - Budget experience (39:53) - Budget approach (47:23) - Budge communication (50:05) - What does success look like? (53:09) - Be kind (54:20) - Close Here are the relevant links for this episode: Aaron Paquette AaronPaquette.ca Ward Dene - Aaron Paquette Budget Budget and Finances 2027-2030 Budget Engagement Taproot's budget coverage This episode is brought to you by Park Power , your friendly, local utilities provider and title sponsor of Taproot's Regional Roundup. Park Power offers electricity, natural gas, and internet to homes, businesses, and farms throughout Alberta. It also has a Solar Club that offers solar power buy-back rates for Albertans with solar PV systems. Learn more . Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton . We deliver reliable intelligence about the Edmonton region. Sign up to get The Pulse , our weekday news briefing. It's free! Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton! ★ Support this podcast ★

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