Howard County’s Spending Affordability & Advisory Committee (SAAC), a non-partisan body comprised of residents representing different disciplines and areas of expertise, and representation from educational entities, council staff, and executive staff, provides policy advice to the County Executive on fiscal planning.  Over the past two months, their work has focused on briefings from experts on the economic outlook, revenue projects, capital needs, and operating budget requests for FY26, as well as fiscal years 2027 through 2031.  Their recommendations have been consolidated into a report that addresses the need for cautious budgetary planning.  Join LHC for a timely discussion with the SAAC Vice Chair, Todd Arterburn, who will discuss some of their key findings and recommendations.