Zagreb reportedly achieved a budget surplus of 67.6 million euros last year, but the opposition claims this surplus exists only on paper, not in reality. Mayor Tomašević boasts a multiple increase in project implementation compared to previous years, while the opposition, led by HDZ representative Mislav Herman, accuses the city government of partial execution of capital investments and poor utilization of European funds. The city’s budget was 2.73 billion euros, with the largest revenue coming from income tax and communal fees. However, criticism focuses on key projects remaining unfinished and funds not being fully utilized. The city holds a consolidated surplus of 2 million euros, serving as a financial reserve for the future. The opposition demands answers as to why the surplus was not spent on citizens, while the government insists the city is a service for its people and must be managed efficiently and frugally. The budget discussion has caused divisions in the Zagreb Assembly, raising the question of whether citizens will soon see tangible results or if the surplus will remain just a number on paper. Got thoughts on how your city spends money? Share them — maybe your voice is what sparks real change!
