Boulder County to cut 90 jobs, trim social services amid $13M deficit

Boulder County to cut 90 jobs, trim social services amid $13M deficit

Boulder County is preparing to cut its 2026 general fund budget by $13.2 million, eliminating about 90 positions, a third of them filled, in what officials say is the first round of a yearslong effort to rein in a growing deficit. The reductions come as the county contends with a structural gap in its general fund, where expenses have consistently outpaced property tax revenues. Officials also cited falling sales and use taxes, inflationary cost…

Boulder County Service Cuts Spark Outcry as Budget Shortfall Triggers Funding Crisis for Nonprofits Profile=Dailycolonews

Boulder County’s budget shortfall of $30 to $40 million is prompting significant service cuts, leading to public outcry. As the county plans to lay off staff and reduce health and housing assistance programs, vulnerable populations will likely face increased challenges. Nonprofits that rely on county funding are particularly at risk, exacerbating the community’s issues. Stay with us to uncover how these changes could impact essential services an…