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Bakersfield previews PSVS tax budget, offers $7.5 million in one‑time capital options
Summary
City staff presented an early preview of the Public Safety & Vital Services (PSVS) tax budget for fiscal 2026–27, outlining roughly $100 million in projected revenue, personnel reductions, and a staff-recommended $7.5 million in one‑time capital projects including a proposed $3 million match for an $11.9 million MLK Park grant.
City Manager provided the Bakersfield City Council an early preview of proposed spending from the Public Safety & Vital Services (PSVS) tax on April 8, stressing that no council vote was required tonight and that final action is scheduled for June.
The manager said projected PSVS tax revenue is close to $100 million with modest growth of roughly 2% and about $17 million in one‑time funds available this coming year. After recent budget reductions, personnel costs are estimated at about 54% of the PSVS budget, down from roughly 60% in prior years. Staff told the council they anticipate roughly 70 position eliminations across the general fund and PSVS combined and an approximate 8% reduction in discretionary PSVS expenses.
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