On Tuesday, the City Council approved the 2016-2017 Budget and Capital Improvement Program, finalizing funding decisions for the upcoming fiscal year.

The $56 million budget is balanced, with a total operating budget of $48.4 million and $8 million set aside for infrastructure updates and other special projects. The budget maintains a healthy reserve, in case of a need for emergency spending.

Some priority initiatives in the Budget & CIP include street and sewer repairs, technology improvements, site preparation for a new police station and additional funding for economic development efforts.

To view a copy of the budget, visit www.sangabrielcity.com/budgetcentral. For more information, call 626.308.2800, ext. 4610 or email tmarston@sgch.org.