One of the big differences between a government agency and a private business is that government agencies are overseen by elected officials. Constituents elect representatives based on who they feel will represent their best interests. Elected officials should make decisions based on what they feel is best for the overall community. Elected officials have the final voting decision on what is approved in the budget. The budget should reflect the strategic direction of the organization. Does the organization value public protection? Does the organization value roads? Does the organization value public libraries? Funding should follow what is valued. The textbook includes a case study, "Minicase City Manager Replies to Scathing Budget Critique." What does this case study tell us about changing priorities? What does this case study tell us about the impact of elected officials being reelected or replaced?