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General Fund

Also known as: GF, Fund 100

The City's main operating fund — used for general government services not restricted to a specific purpose.

Funded primarily by taxes (property, sales, TOT), fees, and intergovernmental revenue. Pays for ~83% of City staff and most day-to-day services. Most flexible fund; subject to City Council discretion.

In Menlo Park

FY 2027 proposed General Fund: $88M revenue / $90.5M expense / $2.5M baseline deficit (June 9 staff report p. G-2.7).

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