HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council will take the first step in putting together the 2020 budget on Tuesday.

The council will hold its annual retreat at the city R.O. plant starting at 8 a.m.

The meeting is held each year so the council can decide what its priorities are for the next budget year.

The city has struggled to keep services at a high level while keeping taxes in check at the same time. The city is also working to get the police force back up to full staffing levels and continues to deal with infrastructure needs.

The city will work on the budget throughout the summer months. It is usually in place by the end of August for final approval.