US EditionHouston expected to spend $137M on overtime by end of fiscal year
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City of Houston on track to exceed overtime budget by $72 million for 2025 fiscal year
The City of Houston is paying out more overtime than ever despite a $330 million budget deficit. Now, the controller's office says they'll perform several audits to determine where to save.
Houston mayor, controller clash on OT spending as police, fire and solid waste go $72 million over budget
As the City of Houston faces a more than $330 million budget deficit, the fire, police and solid waste departments’ projected overtime spending is more than double what was budgeted from its general fund. Mayor John Whitmire’s administration says the controller’s analysis doesn’t show the full picture.
Houston expected to spend $137M on overtime by end of fiscal year
Despite efforts from public safety departments and solid waste management to fill vacant positions, the city controller’s office said the city is spending more money than budgeted to pay their employees overtime.
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