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Kern County proposes $4.5 billion recommended budget with new public-safety, shelter and parks investments
Summary
Kern County presented a $4.5 billion recommended fiscal year 2025–26 budget that prioritizes public safety, homeless services, parks and infrastructure while funding salary increases and library and animal services expansions.
Kern County presented a recommended $4.5 billion fiscal year 2025–26 budget that County staff said focuses on maintaining essential services while investing in public safety, homelessness programs, parks and county facilities.
The budget proposes continued Measure K support for the sheriff's office, roughly $24,700,000 allocated for recruiting and retention, restoring vacant positions and creating a medical and behavioral health section within the detention bureau. The Kern County Fire Department is described as fully funded for safety positions, with an addition of 64 new fire personnel and enhanced support from CAL FIRE; the presentation said the department is expected to receive $7,700,000 to enable a phased workforce expansion.
The recommended plan adds nine new positions to support a fire station serving the Hard Rock…
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