The Recreation and Park Department (RPD) and the Mayor’s Office have finally concluded negotiations regarding the 2008 – 2009 budget. The department worked with the Mayor and his staff to craft a budget that reduces RPD’s General Fund support by $6.66 million, but does not result in layoffs or reductions to current service levels. To view a memo outlining the final budget adjustments, click here.
The Recreation and Park Department's Budget will be heard by the Board of Supervisors Budget and Finance Committee on Monday, June 16th in the Board Chamber, Room 250, beginning at 11:00 AM. HOWEVER there will be no public comment at this meeting. Public comment will be heard on Thursday, June 19th at 5 PM in Room 250.
For updated information on the Budget and Finance Committee's hearing schedule, please visit the Board of Supervisors' Budget Website.
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