Albuquerque's Budget: Cuts, New Initiatives, Public Input
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Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller proposes a $1.47 billion budget, trimming $35 million from last years plan, to tackle inflation and dipping federal funds. The budget cuts admin costs and empty positions, while protecting key services. It includes reducing roles in departments like municipal development, transit, and youth services, but reshuffling many to keep things running. The police department sees eight command spots axed to fund 100 police service aides and shift 43 officers back to patrol. Community safety gets a $2 million boost for street outreach. The budget also includes new initiatives like a fire rescue medic unit, a multi-generational center, and shifting $8 million in housing vouchers. Surcharges on out-of-towners and a legal diversion program for low-level offenders are also included. The budget heads to city council soon.
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