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Fresno County projects $15.4 million shortfall next year, sets conservative budget schedule
Summary
County leaders presented a midyear fiscal report showing slower discretionary revenue growth and a projected $15.4 million gap for fiscal 2025–26; board set a June-to-September timetable for the recommended budget and approved outreach to auto dealers about a looming EV mandate that could reduce vehicle-related revenues.
Fresno County officials told the Board of Supervisors on March 11 that slower growth in property and sales tax revenues and rising costs — including salary and benefits, IHSS, and insurance rates — create a projected $15.4 million shortfall for fiscal year 2025–26.
The County Administrative Office presented the midyear budget status and proposed schedule for the recommended budget. The report projects departments will spend about 91 percent of budgeted appropriations this fiscal year; revenues recognized to date are roughly 28 percent of budget. "Most general fund departments have indicated that they will be at or below their budgeted net county costs with the exception of the sheriff's office," Budget Director Paige Benavides said, citing higher overtime and extra-help costs.
Why it matters: The county depends heavily on two revenue streams that are weakening: property tax in lieu of vehicle license fees (about 80 percent of discretionary revenues) and the…
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