"Milpitas city leaders are proposing to cut vacant staff positions to address an anticipated $28.5 million budget deficit, aiming for a 43% reduction over five years."
"Interim City Manager Deanna Santana emphasized a proactive approach, stating, 'We have a problem, but we have a plan, which is the best case scenario to be in.'"
"Financial Director Luz Cofresi-Howe noted challenges in recruiting new officers, saying, 'This is not just with Milpitas, frankly it's a national challenge.'"
Milpitas city officials are planning significant budget cuts to address a looming $28.5 million deficit over the next five years. The upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027 will see a proposed $3.1 million reduction, impacting various public services. Key positions, including a full-time fire inspector and a police officer, will not be filled, aiming to save nearly $700,000. Interim City Manager Deanna Santana expressed confidence in having a plan to tackle the deficit, while Financial Director Luz Cofresi-Howe pointed to broader recruitment challenges faced nationally in securing new officers.
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