May 13, 2026 Measure "H" Citizens' Oversight Committee Regular Meeting

The City of Ceres Measure "H" Citizens' Oversight Committee held a regular meeting on May 13, 2026. The committee approved the appointment of Mr. Truffa as chair and passed a resolution accepting the annual financial report for Measure H for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The report detailed revenues of $4.7 million and expenditures of $5.8 million, with $3.4 million allocated to police activities and $2.4 million to fire activities, leaving cash reserves of $241,000. Public comments raised concerns about the timeliness and transparency of financial reviews, specifically questioning why the fiscal year 2024-25 audit had not yet been reviewed and referencing prior calls for a forensic audit. The committee acknowledged these concerns and approved the resolution. Additionally, the police department reported improved staffing levels and a significant reduction in overtime hours, which may impact future budget considerations.