Politics & Government

It's Here! City Releases Budget Proposal

It's Christmas day for reporters, planners and engaged citizens as the city releases its financial road map for the next two years.

The public can now see the recently completed proposal for Gilroy's next two-year city budget online.

In a on Gilroy Patch, planners explained the overarching nature of the budget—to embrace post-recession "slow growth" in a conservative way that will keep the city's books balanced.

Those who are interested in reading the details in plain English should start with the Budget Transmittal Letter by City Administrator Tom Haglund, though the other components of the document contain background and other great info about the city's financial climate.

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The Gilroy City Council will take part in two study sessions on the budget next week, on May 9 and 11, before voting on the final budget before June 1.

Check back on Gilroy Patch for updates on the budget process.

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