Politics & Government
City Council Votes On New Budget Tuesday Night
Poll: Do you think the council should approve the $135 million spending plan that contains program reductions and fee increases?
The Walnut Creek City Council is scheduled to vote on a $135 million two-year budget when it meets on Tuesday evening.
The meeting begins at 7 p.m. on the first floor of City Hall. The agenda can be found here.
The proposed 2012-2014 budget includes cuts to programs, layoffs and fee increases. It erases a projected deficit of more than $2 million.
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There are a number of tough decisions the council must make Tuesday night.
The fee hikes under consideration include field rentals and administration decision appeals.
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Potential program cuts include closing some counter services at city offices by one day a week.
The city has 51 fewer employees than it did in the 2006-2008 budget, but more layoffs are possible.
The council will also discuss how to pay for ongoing maintenance on city streets, city pools and other facilities.
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