Berkeley considers 10% budget cuts, with $29M deficit possible

Berkeley considers 10% budget cuts, with $29M deficit possible

With a potential budget deficit of $29 million looming, Berkeley leaders are looking at how to cut General Fund spending by 10% across the board.In the coming months, departments have been asked to "come up with scenarios" for what 10% reductions might look like.That's on top of the hiring freeze in Berkeley that began last year and is projected to continue."Will we lose additional vacant positions? Will filled positions be impacted?" Deputy Cit…