Opinion: Saratoga must make thoughtful budget decisions
Briefly

The City Council of Saratoga is preparing its budget for 2025, ensuring it balances essential services with emerging challenges. The budgeting process involves discussions on community needs initiated in a January retreat, followed by meetings and feedback from the Finance Advisory Committee. Saratoga operates on a budget of approximately $30 million and prioritizes traffic safety and neighborhood resilience. Potential investments include the Safe Routes to School program, traffic calming initiatives, and addressing community concerns regarding traffic signals.
Our city budget is approximately $30 million for a population of about 31,000 residents.
Traffic safety remains a top concern, particularly for our children. Our Safe Routes to School program, which helps kids walk and bike safely, is being considered for continued investment.
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