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Planning Department outlines proposed FY2009 cuts, possible layoffs if salary targets enforced
Summary
Staff told the Commission the department faces mandated general‑fund cuts and an additional 8% salary reduction target from the mayor's office; proposed responses include contract cuts (Japantown EIR), elimination of certain enhancements, temporary reductions to EIR funding for recreation/open space, and a revenue position focused on fee collection; staff said targeted layoffs (approx. 4 FTE) could be required if salary cut targets are enforced.
Planning Department staff presented a mid‑budget update outlining how the department would respond to mayoral direction to reduce general‑fund support and achieve salary savings. Staff said the department had already trimmed enhancements, proposed pulling some non‑salary items (Japantown EIR partial funding and open‑space EIR…
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