Dallas City Council continues a tough budget discussion
DALLAS - It’s everyone’s least favorite time of year at Dallas City Hall – budget time. This year the talks will be especially difficult.
The city council will meet Wednesday to try to figure out a way to fill gaping holes in its $3.8 billion budget.
The pandemic shutdown has had a big impact on sales tax revenue. But, the council rejected a plan to make up the losses with a property tax hike.
City Manager T.C. Broadnax wants to cut some services, while also starting new programs that focus on crime prevention.
Mayor Eric Johnson is proposing a pay cut for the highest-paid city employees.
By law, the council must complete a balanced budget by the end of this month.
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