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Clear Lake presents midyear budget adjustments, urges caution on new ongoing spending
Summary
City staff told the council that state budget volatility and cooling local sales tax growth make the city cautious about new ongoing revenue commitments; staff proposed midyear appropriations including plan‑review consultant funds, police equipment and a $300,000 Measure B design appropriation for Clear Lake Park.
City staff delivered a midyear budget presentation outlining national and state economic risks, the city’s near‑term revenue outlook and a set of recommended midyear appropriations. The presentation noted a projected swing in the state budget (cited from the Legislative Analyst’s Office) and said Clear Lake’s discretionary revenue remains sales‑tax dependent and has cooled after recent gains.
The city manager summarized the national picture and local implications, saying, "So are we in a recession or not? Everyone says no, but we will be in one at some point," and urged councilors to avoid committing to new ongoing expenses. The presentation stated the city’s general fund…
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