Boston's $48M Budget Deficit: Cuts & Growth
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Boston faces a significant $48.4 million budget deficit, primarily due to snow removal costs, public safety overtime, and fixed costs exceeding projections. City leaders are implementing strict spending controls and cutting expenses, such as reducing coverage for expensive weight loss drugs. Revenue has been mixed, with excise taxes exceeding expectations but building permits falling short. The city is considering a supplemental budget and will prioritize cuts to ensure long-term fiscal health, despite a separate $53 million shortfall in Boston Public Schools and potential challenges ahead.
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