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San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie’s $17B gives huge raise to cops, fire and avoids mass layoffs

Mayor Lurie unveils a $16.9 billion two-year budget that includes large raises for police and fire staff.
The plan aims to avoid mass layoffs while addressing a structural deficit projected to rise to $1 billion if action is delayed.
The budget freezes some hiring to save about $130 million and supports nonprofit funding changes.
Prop. D, the so-called ‘Overpaid executive tax,’ remains a political flashpoint ahead of the election.
Labor unions praised the budget decision not to pursue additional layoffs in the coming year.
The city faces long‑term deficits and nonprofit funding reductions totaling over $1.6 billion in recent years.
The budget discussion coincides with a June 2 election that could impact the city’s economy.
City unions say the budget maintains staffing levels while negotiating a four‑year pay raise with police and fire departments.
City officials highlight downtown recovery momentum as Muni ridership reaches post‑pandemic highs.
Budget details include potential effects on local business taxes and Prop. D finances.

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