?Education should be a major focal point. A better educated public provides for both themselves and the community.? Debi Seliger, Granite Bay

?Programs should be evaluated for effectiveness and programs that are not performing should be cut. We are in a no-win situation ? services are hard to cut and taxes are hard to raise.? Karen McReynolds, Rocklin

?The city should put more money toward schools and cut from roadside landscaping and smaller construction projects.? Ryan Balbi, Granite Bay

?Even though it is tough, programs that benefit only a specific group of people should be cut. The city should focus on the services that help everyone like police and education.? Laura Bonne, Roseville