The City of Las Vegas is looking at some lean times.

Monday, city leaders are talking about expected budget shortfalls. News 3’s Collette Wieland has uncovered that the city must find ways to save millions of dollars.

Looking ahead to the year 2010, Las Vegas is facing up to a $30 million budget shortfall and up to $150 million over the next five years.

The numbers are shocking and the city can’t continue to operate under its current budget. There will be cuts and it’s possible that 83 full-time positions will be impacted before July of 2009.

The city already has restrictions on filling vacant positions, but they’re going to have to do more.

In March, City Management completed a review of all city operations, programs, and services. They came up with their own recommendations.

If they don’t eliminate full-time positions yet cut back in other areas, they can save $1.7 million. If the city does do away with certain full-time employees, they estimate saving close to $8.3 million per year.

The Las Vegas City Council will hold a special meeting at the Charleston Heights Arts Center near Decatur and Charleston to discuss the city’s budget crisis. The public is welcome to attend.

City Management was asked to rank city programs and services based on importance. Their opinions will be discussed beginning at 9 a.m. Monday morning.

Credits: KVBC

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