Economist Michael Austin answered the call to solve a problem. The request came from Councilman Dalton Glasscock, "What are some things we can do to shore up Wichita's budget shortfall?"

You can Lead in public service. It doesn't require you work for the government or you are an elected official-- Lead because it's the right thing to do for your community.

Michael Austin isn't even a resident of Wichita. His Leadership in understanding economic issues throughout the State of Kansas has created positive outcomes. And Michael took a look at the Wichita budget shortfall, created a coalition of talented people with suitable backgrounds to work on this problem, and they took action.

The result:

FINDING A BETTER WAY

A Citizen-Led Review of Wichita's Budget and Efficiency Opportunities