Your on-call partner for the
hardest calls in city hall
ZacTax Strategic Services is dedicated to empowering local governments by assisting City Managers and other senior-level local government professionals in navigating the complexities of their roles.
"Every city leader needs someone they can call when the stakes are high and time is short. Our job is to help you think clearly, act confidently, and move your community forward."
Our mission is to help you solve problems so you can achieve your goals and successfully lead your communities with clarity and confidence.
We offer a flexible, high-touch engagement model with built-in responsiveness. Through scheduled calls, on-site visits (as needed), and strategy sessions, your leadership team gains a thought partner with real-world experience and proven municipal insight.
For a monthly fee, ZacTax Strategic Services provides you with as needed strategy and decision-making support. If you have a problem, we help you solve it.
If you’ve ever been in a place where you wish you had a second opinion or were momentarily uncertain on what to do next, our core subscription service can help you lead with clarity and confidence.
Standing monthly strategy session
We build an ongoing relationship as an extension of your team
On-demand virtual strategy sessions
Got a quick question? Something come up last minute? We're here for you.
Annual strategic planning retreat
We don't only help you build your strategic plan, we're there with you to see it through.
ZacTax Brain Trust
Access to our bullpen of former city managers, finance and budget directors, planners, and more.
In addition to our core subscription service, we offer project-based insights and analysis that are as diverse as the community you lead. Here’s an example of the some of the areas we assist you lead with clarity and confidence.
Development of long-term strategic plans aligned with community goals
Facilitation of visioning workshops, leadership retreats and strategy sessions
Stakeholder engagement, including surveys, focus groups, and interviews
Performance measurement frameworks and implementation roadmaps
Evaluation of departmental structures, staffing, and workflows
Recommendations for improving efficiency, accountability, and service delivery
Culture and values alignment initiatives
Leadership development and succession planning
Market analysis and feasibility studies
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones
Public Improvement Districts
Industrial District Agreements
Public-private partnership structuring
Incentive policy development and negotiation support
Downtown revitalization and corridor planning
Qualified Hotel Developments
Long-range financial forecasting
Capital improvement program (CIP) development
Budget alignment with strategic priorities
Alternative Revenue Strategies
Council-Manager Dynamics
Senior Leadership Assistance – Hiring, Aligning, Rewarding
Compensation and Classification
Project Specific Services
Let's hop on a call. No obligations, just a chance for us to discuss how we can help.