# City Council (Special Meeting) - 2PM 3/18/2025

The City Council of Sacramento held a special meeting on March 18, 2025, focusing on presentations from the Department of Community Response (DCR), Fire Department, and Police Department regarding operational program planning, deployment of strategic resources, and budget challenges. Key procurement-related discussions included DCR's management of 30 programs and contracts with a $51.9 million budget, efforts to renegotiate contracts to reduce costs, and reliance on 75% one-time or external funding. The Fire Department highlighted the need for investment in staffing, facilities modernization, and technology, noting potential impacts of up to a 15% budget reduction that could lead to closing fire companies. The Police Department discussed staffing vacancies, recent hires, and investments in technology such as upgraded online reporting systems and drone teams. Council members inquired about contract funding sources, revenue generated by departments (notably $61 million by Fire through EMS and prevention), and the impact of budget cuts on core services. Public comments emphasized protecting police and fire funding, concerns about homelessness services, and calls for accountability in city contracts. The meeting concluded with discussions on budget reduction levels, contract evaluations, and the need for strategic investments to maintain public safety and service delivery.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** March 18, 2025

### Sources
- [City Council (Special Meeting) - 2PM 3/18/2025](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpZpIpQj4cc) - City of Sacramento