Santa Cruz city budget shows signs of recovery, but long-term problems persist
Pension costs remain more than 10% of General Fund spend
Pension costs remain more than 10% of General Fund spend
Some hoteliers fear added expense
Plus: Reported crime drops, pride flag to be raised
Plus: Council pushes for freight rail
City voters could decide on sales tax increase in 2022
Council approves budget, city labor contracts
Plus, Civic Auditorium operations cut, community center name changed
Plus: Another city tax hike could return to the ballot
Potential ballot measure could raise city tax
Budget uncertain for affordable housing rules, public works building
Improved budget could help speed permits, wharf repairs, youth program
Police chief discusses use-of-force policy