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Saratoga Weighs Sheriff Contract Amid Budget Crunch

Saratoga, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, politics, money, police, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County, Local, Money

Saratoga residents urged the city council to renew the sheriff's contract as budget constraints force consideration of alternatives. - The county proposed $11.6 million for current service levels, up from $9 million.

- A neighboring police department offered $9.5 million starting July 2027. - Each $1 million cut would eliminate 2.5 full-time deputies.

- The council seeks more details on a $10.5 million sheriff contract.

This story was originally reported by mercurynews. Read the original article here.

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