Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposed laying off over 1,600 government workers to address a nearly $1 billion budget gap. The proposal comes amid economic challenges and rebuilding efforts following a wildfire.
David Green, President of the Service Employees International Union, mentioned that the union seeks alternative funding sources instead of cuts, highlighting the impact on city workers.
Bass acknowledged that despite some improvements, like reduced crime rates and homelessness, the city needs more funding for housing, stating there is “much further to go.”
Bass plans to return to Sacramento for additional funding as the city has a projected budget deficit of nearly $1 billion.
