Manitou Springs faces major shortfall after 2A measure fails

Manitou Springs faces major shortfall after 2A measure fails

Manitou Springs faces a potential $4.3 million budget shortfall next year following the failure of ballot measure 2A, according to estimates from the mayor's office.The shortfall stems from declining marijuana sales tax revenue, which has been a significant funding source for the city.With 2A's defeat, city officials are scrambling to find ways to balance the budget while maintaining essential services."If we know we're gonna retire, we'll have …