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Fullerton council reviews $137.8 million general‑fund budget, weighs reserves and tax options
Summary
City staff presented a proposed FY 2025–26 general fund budget of $137.8 million that would be balanced using cost containment and a $3.95 million draw from reserves; council asked staff for more analysis and agreed to agendize sales‑tax options for public review.
City staff on May 13 presented the City of Fullerton’s proposed FY 2025–26 operating and capital budgets, telling the council the general fund plan totals roughly $137.8 million and will rely on a mix of ongoing revenues, spending reductions and a one‑time draw of about $3.95 million from reserves to balance the year.
The budget managers framed the proposal around the council’s priorities for public safety, infrastructure and organizational stability. "The proposed budget will be balanced with ongoing revenues, cost reductions, and use of $3,950,000 of reserves," City Manager Steven Avalos said, adding that public‑safety enhancements and recently approved labor agreements are a primary driver of higher expenditures.
Staff warned of longer‑term structural pressures even with this one‑year balance. The five‑year forecast presented at the…
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