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Rec & Parks warned $2 million shortfall could cut programs, staff
Summary
Staff told the Recreation & Parks Commission that the department faces earlier cuts of just over $1 million and has been asked to find roughly an additional $2 million for 2026–27; staff warned deletions already enacted and further cuts would reduce services, staffing and limited‑hour positions.
Neville, the department budget presenter, told the Recreation & Parks Commission that City Council direction from Jan. 20 requested additional reductions to the Recreation & Parks general fund budget beyond prior cuts.
Neville said the department's budget is approximately $15.7 million (general fund and Measure U) and that council previously approved slightly more than $1 million in reductions. City management has since instructed departments to identify about another $2 million in…
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