Who should shape San Diego’s budget? Mayor’s ‘draft’ gambit opens new front in war with council for control

Who should shape San Diego’s budget? Mayor’s ‘draft’ gambit opens new front in war with council for control

San Diego City Council members are raising concerns about Mayor Todd Gloria calling the spending plan he released April 15 a “draft” budget instead of a full-blown “proposed” budget ready for debate and haggling. The mayor’s subtle shift in terminology appears to begin the next front in an ongoing war between the mayor and council for control and influence over the city budget. The new battle comes at a crucial time, with the city facing deep cu…

Plano City Council to hold public hearing and vote on budget

The Plano City Council will hold a public hearing Monday night ahead of a vote to adopt the city’s operating budget for the next fiscal year.