Saratoga Springs faces a significant budget shortfall projected at $4.7 million for the upcoming year. To address this, the city's finance commissioner has proposed an 18% property tax hike. The plan also includes extending the current hiring freeze and implementing substantial staffing reductions, potentially affecting the fire department. These measures are intended to correct an "underlying structural imbalance" in the city's finances. The proposed budget aims to decrease overall spending by 1.3% from the previous year.
Saratoga Springs, New York
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