A project by Laura Melahn, Candidate for Menlo Park District 4 City Council
Term

Deficit

Also known as: gap, shortfall

When planned expense is larger than expected revenue, leaving a gap the City must close.

California cities are legally required to adopt a balanced budget, so a deficit (or "gap") has to be closed by spending less, collecting more, or using reserves. Menlo Park's proposed FY 2026-27 budget has a $1.8 million gap.

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