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Debate over one-time funding vs. permanent funding for city programs

1:13:31

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174 sec

Council Member Brannan questions OMB Director Jiha about the administration's practice of using one-time funding for critical positions instead of making them permanent. Jiha explains the reasoning behind this approach and the challenges of securing long-term funding.

  • Jiha cites the lack of permanent funding sources as the reason for using one-time funding
  • The administration reviews programs annually based on available resources
  • Brannan expresses concern about how some agencies and positions are deemed essential while others are not
  • Jiha emphasizes that difficult priority decisions must be made by the mayor and city council