Budget-Neutral
Definition
A policy or program that doesn’t increase the total budget—it’s funded by reallocating existing spending, eliminating waste, or finding new efficiencies. No tax increases required.
Louisville Context
Dave’s entire $1.025 billion Louisville plan is budget-neutral. It uses the exact same total budget as current administration ($1.025B) but reallocates spending to proven priorities: mini substations, wellness centers, fire prevention, participatory budgeting. Funded through: eliminating duplicative programs, reducing administrative overhead, competitive bidding on contracts, and federal grant matches.
Why It Matters
Politicians often say ‘we can’t afford that.’ Dave proves you can fund transformative change without raising taxes—it’s about priorities, not just money. Budget-neutral means fiscally responsible while still delivering results.
Dave’s Proposal
Total budget: $1.025 billion (same as current). Zero tax increase. Fund new priorities through reallocation and efficiency gains.