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Long Beach budget would eliminate 413 city positions, affecting about 180 employees
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Mekahlo Medina , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway 2 million deficit in the city's General Fund.
City officials in Long Beach have proposed a budget for fiscal year 2027 that includes significant workforce reductions. The plan would eliminate a net 413 city positions, potentially affecting around 180 employees. 2 million deficit in the city's General Fund.
Positions would be cut across various city departments, including Parks, Recreation & Marine, Police, and Health & Human Services. Further details on the proposed budget and its potential impact are available from the city. The spending plan is subject to approval and may result in job losses for some city employees.
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Category: government Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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