Overview

• The draft budget includes $175.9 million in spending reductions, affecting libraries, recreation centers, arts programs, and other popular services.
• Proposed cuts would eliminate 393 positions, with 160 currently filled, though most affected employees could be transferred within the city workforce.
• New revenue measures include increased parking meter rates, trash fees, and updates to user fees, generating $157 million to offset the fiscal shortfall.
• Spending on core services like police, fire departments, housing, and infrastructure will see increases, aligning with the mayor's stated priorities.
• Mayor Gloria emphasized that the draft is a starting point for public and City Council feedback, with a revised proposal expected on May 14.