In a special city council meeting held on August 19, 2024, Mayor Jason Solomon presented the proposed budget for 2025, highlighting the city's growth and community achievements. The meeting commenced with a roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the adoption of the agenda without any public comments.

Mayor Solomon expressed gratitude to city staff and council members for their contributions to the budget proposal, emphasizing the collaborative effort involved in its creation. He noted that the proposed budget book would soon be available on the city’s website for public review.

During his address, Solomon shared that Rapid City has been recognized as one of the top 100 best places to live in the United States and is identified as the fastest-growing community in the Midwest. These accolades reflect the city's ongoing development and appeal, underscoring the importance of the budget in supporting future initiatives and maintaining community standards.

The meeting concluded without further public input, focusing on the significance of the budget as a reflection of community priorities and aspirations for the coming year.