Jason Whitman
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The pandemic caused shortfalls in the city budget that officials say could have resulted in "drastic cuts" to basic services and employee workforce. Federal funding from the American Rescue Plan, however, is a one-time allocation that will keep the budget stable. City officials released a proposed city budget Tuesday afternoon that they say focuses on fiscal stability. If passed, the budget would increase from $416 million to $461 million.
It prioritizes funding for public safety issues, roadways, 30 community council funding requests and human services.
The new fiscal year starts July 1, meaning City Council has until June 30 to approve a budget.