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Cash Strapped Cities

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Budget woes in Los Angeles led to an announcement this week from Mayor Villaraigosa that city offices might need to be shuttered two days a week. That drastic move has been averted for the moment, but it highlights the intense budget pressures California’s local governments are facing. What can residents expect from their local governments, and how are budget cuts affecting services? What services are most important to you?

Guests:

Jesus Nava, finance director for the City of Burlingame

Frank Stoltze, reporter for KPCC in Los Angeles

Robert Stern, president of the Center for Governmental Studies

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