El Cajon approves budget as leaders brace for lean fiscal year

El Cajon approves budget as leaders brace for lean fiscal year

El Cajon leaders have approved the city's budget for the upcoming fiscal year, but Mayor Bill Wells says the city may still face difficult decisions as it works to balance spending without relying on already-limited reserve funds.The budget comes as the city grapples with rising costs and slower-than-expected revenue growth, particularly from sales and property taxes.Despite the financial challenges, Wells emphasized residents will not see cuts …