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Tuscaloosa Budget Cuts and Safety Boost | Birmingham News
Tuscaloosa faces a $28 million budget shortfall, but Mayor Walt Maddox’s plan balances tough cuts with key investments — eliminating 14 vacant positions and trimming 5% from non-salary expenses without laying off current staff. Despite financial headwinds like falling sales tax revenue and rising health insurance costs, the city is boosting public safety with a $105 million investment, including a new police pension system and expanding mental health outreach. Residents will see modest bill hikes for trash, recycling, and water/sewer services — all while the city continues to subsidize these…
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