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contributions to the retirement system are up and the State continues to <br />take local revenues to solve the State problems. He stated that Council has <br />already dealt with reductions for fiscal years 02/03, is now beginning to <br />work on 03/04 and that the most difficult budget year will be fiscal year <br />04/05. <br />Financial Services Director Ponty presented an overview on the General <br />Fund. Assistant to the City Manager Gonzalez described the recommended <br />budget reductions for fiscal year 03/04. <br />Public Comment: <br />Rudy Luca stated that the City has serious problems yet salary increases <br />have been approved. He asked that Council analyze the proposed cuts to <br />service and return with a more proper plan. He further stated that staff <br />recommendations are rarely challenged and asked who runs the City. <br />Bob Diaz spoke about the DARE program proposed elimination, stating <br />that this program addresses needs of youth in the most formative years <br />and has seen positive results. He thanked Council and staff for the <br />programs. <br />Janet Borgens agreed that there will be tough cuts by Department Heads <br />and the responsibility belongs to everyone. She further stated that Friendly <br />Acres will be supportive during this time. <br />John Dempsey stated that notes or handouts would be helpful in the future. <br />He asked about an article referencing sales tax having risen and asked <br />about the Redevelopment Agency budget. <br />Recess: 8:45 — 9:03 p.m. <br />Council questions and comments ensued. <br />City Manager Everett stated that staff will return on July 14 with budget <br />page annotations and options for Council consideration. <br />B. Human Services Financial Assistance (HSFA) <br />Chairperson Charlie Greer explained the HSFA funding allocations provide <br />assistance to community members in need of housing, emergency assistance, <br />supportive services or disabled seniors and youth in need of assistance. He <br />summarized the various programs and the recommendations consistent with the <br />City Manager's recommendation to reduce all departments by 7% except Police <br />and Fire which is recommended at 4.5% reduction. <br />SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 30, 2003 <br />MINUTES PAGE 5 <br />MINUTES Book No. 59 <br />Page No. 500 <br />