During a recent government meeting, officials discussed potential budget reductions in the event of an unsuccessful referendum scheduled for November. The anticipated cut of approximately $300,000 would primarily impact civilian positions, specifically the civilian traffic and records roles, which together account for about half of the required reduction.

The management team indicated that further reductions would likely come from a combination of vacant positions and potential eliminations of roles that are not essential. They emphasized that any cuts would focus on civilian positions, adhering to statutory requirements that prioritize maintaining essential services.

The discussion also touched on the agency's budget request submitted in July, which outlined significant cuts due to a mandated 5% reduction. However, specific details regarding the duties of the civilian traffic position and its last incumbent were not clearly defined in the budget documents. The last person to hold the position, Fonda Hodge, was mentioned, highlighting the historical context of the role within the agency.

As the November referendum approaches, the implications of these budget discussions underscore the challenges faced by the agency in maintaining operational efficiency while navigating potential funding shortfalls.