Orange City Council's Sales Tax Push to Plug Budget Gaps
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Orange City Council faces budget challenges, considering a sales tax ballot measure to address shortfalls. Last years half-cent local sales tax proposal was rejected, and revenue is stagnant while costs rise. A structural deficit of $17.9 million, primarily for pensions and bonds, threatens reserves. Councilmembers worry about losing employees due to low pay, with Mayor Dan Slater advocating for a one percent sales tax. The new zero-based budget proposes hiring freezes, position cuts, and deferring liabilities, with discussions on adding utility taxes or hotel stay fees. A budget session is scheduled for April fourteenth to finalize plans.
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