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https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/san-francisco-budget-cuts/

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie says he is going balance the city budget
by cutting more than 1,400 positions a move unions say will hurt city
services.

The Mayor's Office said positions are spread over 40 different
departments. The majority of the cut positions are vacant but the mayor's office said about 100 people spread over 17 departments will be losing
their jobs.

"Unfortunately, in a crisis like this, there are no easy fixes. We are
facing some incredibly difficult decisions that will impact our workforce
and nonprofit partners," Lurie said. "We have worked hard to limit those impacts and are grateful for the contributions and sacrifice of these
dedicated public servants as we work to reclaim our place as the greatest
city in the world."

Four unions representing thousands of San Francisco city workers pushed
back on the proposed cuts saying the mayor needs to demand more taxes from large businesses.

"We are deeply disappointed that the mayor has chosen to cut crucial
public services that San Francisco residents and small businesses rely on, rather than working with city workers on the pathway forward that we laid
out five months ago," said SEIU 1021 President Theresa Rutherford.

The office said there will be no cuts to sworn police officers. The budget
does show an increase in police and fire department spending. City
officials say that is due to a 7% pay increase and money for police
overtime staffing. There will be cuts to civilian roles in those
departments.

The office said personnel cuts will save the city approximately $40
million.

In addition to staff cuts Lurie said the city will be saving $100 million
by bringing grants and contracts back to pre-pandemic spending levels. He
also said they will be holding non-profits accountable for how they spend
city money.

"As we get our fiscal house in order, we are revisiting contracts across
city government and bringing grants back in line with pre-pandemic levels. Going forward, funds will be allocated with the expectation of increased accountability and measurable results," Lurie said.

Other key budget takeaways:
50% cut in the city travel budget
$60 million reduction in FEMA reimbursements
$400 placed in a reserve due to uncertainty around the federal and state
budget
$75 million for capital projects and maintenance
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors will now provide recommended
changes to the proposed budget. It is expected to be approved in July.


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