The Issue
The tragic death of a toddler Tuesday night turned political Wednesday when budget cuts contributed to the city Fire Department’s slow response.
What’s At Stake
City leaders are facing an Aug. 6 deadline to place measures on the November ballot to help close another budget gap.
What’s Next
On Wednesday, a council committee forwarded to the full council a half-cent sales tax increase, sold as a way to preserve public safety, and a series of other revenue generating measures.