City of Bakersfield discusses fiscal budget

City tells committee PSVS money increasingly dedicated to personnel

Bakersfield city leaders are looking at a harsh reality: More and more of the city's annual Public Safety and Vital Services dollars are going to dedicated costs each year, leaving the city with less money to spend on discretionary items.

City of Bakersfield discusses fiscal budget

PSVS FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget was presented, highlighting expenditures and revenues. City Manager Christian Clegg emphasized the overview nature of the meeting, avoiding immediate decisions. Sales tax revenue from the previous year totaled $114,960,000, with discretionary expenses cut to 14%. A $7,809,500 allocation for capital projects was proposed for council approval. Vice Chair Clayton Campbell raised concerns over the urgency to spend …