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Written by Ainsley Jackman<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

San Diego County\u2019s recommended $6.4 billion budget, which is up 2.5% from last year, was released Monday and it\u2019s clear that it too has been heavily influenced by the COVID-19 crisis.<\/span><\/p>\n

The economic downturn and extra costs from the pandemic have lost the county a lot of revenue, forcing them to dip into reserves to keep a balanced budget. This is certainly a cause for concern, and while many of the budget details are still being sorted out, Supervisor Jim Desmond expressed his reservation about dipping into county reserves.<\/span><\/p>\n

“I will always fight for fiscal responsibility and strong reserves,” said Desmond. “The need for strong reserves is extremely important, especially during a time like this.”<\/p>\n

The recommended budget calls for $100 million to go to the Health and Human Services Agency alone to fight the pandemic with testing, treatment, and medical supplies to allow the safe reopening of businesses. Another $15 million will pay for the technology needed for behavioral health services such as tele-health along with workforce recruitment and retention.<\/span><\/p>\n

But the budget is not allowing other issues to be neglected in the meantime. Welfare services will continue to be supported with a $23.7 million increase to address homelessness in the unincorporated areas, and a $3 million increase to help homeless youth specifically.<\/span><\/p>\n

Plans to double affordable housing units for low income and homeless residents within five years remain steady and supported. Efforts to improve air quality include $21.1 million to implement a Community Air Protection Program and $5 million to manage vehicle emissions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Significant reform is also coming for law enforcement, while $2 billion is being allocated for public safety, and nearly 5,000 officers will complete de-escalation training through the District Attorney\u2019s office and the Sheriff\u2019s Department. Additionally, a new Office of Equity and Racial Justice has been formed to address bias and inequalities within county organizations.<\/span><\/p>\n

The largest expenses in the capital program include $22.3 million to renovate the Rock Mountain Detention Facility, $15 million to construct the Innovative Residential Rehabilitation Program, $14.5 million for renovations of the County Administration Center, and another $14.9 million for maintenance of other facilities\u2019 capital projects. New fire stations, mental health centers, and a juvenile justice campus are also in progress.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information on the new county budget plan, visit the online <\/span>budget portal<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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