Bakersfield City Council Meeting, Budget Meeting - May 4th, 2026

Bakersfield City Council · May 5, 2026

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Call to order, public‑comment rules and roll call

Presentation

16:03 → 18:18(2m 15s)

Mayor Gough opened the 12:00 department head budget presentation meeting, explained the two public‑statement periods and time limits, and asked the clerk to call the roll; the clerk reported no public speaker cards had been received.

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City council held the first fiscal‑year 2026–27 department budget workshop, where officials described rising insurance and litigation costs, proposed program shifts (economic development, parking pilot) and debated service cuts including a recommended removal of one fire rescue unit. Council moved to receive and file the presentations.

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