Review budget checklist and provide direction for 2024-25 spending plan
In Plain English
The city council reviews a detailed checklist for next year's operating budget and 5-year capital improvement plan. The proposed budget includes $26.7 million in transfers from the General Fund to other city programs, including $7.6 million for the voter-approved Kids First Initiative and $4.7 million for street paving. If approved, the council provides final direction to staff before adopting the budget.
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Themes From Comments
19 people raised 4 topics (10 spoke at the meeting, 9 submitted written comments)
Solano Avenue Safety
6 spoke · 9 wroteMany speakers requested immediate temporary safety measures for Solano Avenue between Highway 80 and San Pablo, including crosswalks, traffic delineators, red painted corners, and solar-powered pedestrian signs. Speakers noted that this stretch is already documented as part of the Vehicle High Injury Network and identified as a high-priority pedestrian improvement area, yet currently lacks crosswalks and speed control measures.
Budget Process & Timing
2 spokeSpeakers expressed support for budget adoption and requested timelines for project implementation and presentation to City Council.
Police Staffing & Support
0 spokeOne speaker supported budget adoption while advocating for additional police staffing and a tranquil room or spa facility for officers to unwind after shifts.
Traffic Calming Measures
2 spokeOne speaker mentioned existing speed bumps in their neighborhood that are the wrong type and noted their temporary turnaround is about 25 years old.
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