Tucson City Leaders Tackle $30M Deficit
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Tucson City Leaders Address Budget Deficit: A Balance of Revenue Boost and Spending Cuts
Tucson city leaders, including Mayor Regina Romero, are tackling a projected $30 million deficit for the upcoming fiscal year. The city manager, Tim Thomure, emphasized the need to balance the budget through increased revenues or reduced spending. Despite the gap, officials prioritize affordable housing, public safety, and transportation plans. A significant relief comes from the passage of RTA Next, which removes a $270 million burden for transit projects and brings in new money for current services and safety upgrades. The city is also pushing ahead with a water rate hike of 3.5% this year and over the next five years to free up general funds for other budget needs. Thomure plans to deliver a full recommended budget in April, aiming for a zero deficit while protecting key programs.
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