Los Angeles County faces financial strain with a new agreement costing over $2 billion over three years. This is compounded by expenses from recent wildfires and a historic $4 billion sex abuse settlement, necessitating cuts across departments, including parks and violence prevention. The county supervisors, although unanimous in approving the budget, expressed concerns about its sustainability, likening it to a "sick patient." As a response to financial burdens, departments will undertake significant cuts, affecting community services and operational hours.
"We are taking this extraordinary step because we simply have no alternative," said Chief Executive Fesia Davenport, emphasizing the necessity of budget cuts amid financial challenges.
"While the budget may look like it's healthy, it's a sick patient," noted Supervisor Hilda Solis, highlighting the precarious state of Los Angeles County's finances.
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