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San Diego County Supervisors Approve $8.63 Billion Budget Amid Staff Reductions

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an $8.63 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, implementing staff reductions to address a $104 million increase from the previous year.

In a decisive move to balance the county's finances, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an $8.63 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This budget reflects a $104 million increase from the previous year, marking a 1.2% rise in overall spending. To offset this increase, the county plans to reduce staffing by 191 positions, bringing the total number of employees to 20,280.25 staff years. These reductions will be achieved through attrition, elimination of vacant positions, and operational streamlining. Despite these cuts, the budget continues to invest in key areas such as housing and homelessness, behavioral health, public safety, infrastructure, support for vulnerable populations, and environmental sustainability. The county acknowledges potential impacts from federal and state policy changes and commits to monitoring and adjusting the budget as necessary. Vice Chair Terra Lawson-Remer described the budget as "a huge endeavor" during a challenging year, emphasizing its role in protecting core services and investing in critical issues for San Diegans. The approved budget is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and reflects the county's ongoing efforts to maintain fiscal responsibility while addressing the needs of its residents.

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