FY 27 budget-driven layoffs of classified city employees
Long Beach
Summary
The city's FY 27 budget eliminates 14 classifications, potentially affecting about 32 classified workers, though HR hopes to place most in vacant positions. The commission's approval lets HR send layoff notices and run the seniority/bumping process before the October 1 fiscal year start.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Tied to the city's structural budget deficit; layoffs must happen before October 1 to cut further fiscal impacts.
The city's budget bottom line; employees who successfully get placed in vacancies keep their jobs.
Roughly 32 classified employees facing layoff, plus residents who may see reduced services in areas like homeless services and public health.
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