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Government

Dec. 16, 2009

S.F. Court Weighs Staff Cuts, Closures

Although San Francisco Superior Court has tried to avoid serious cutbacks by freezing open positions and travel, the $14.3 million deficit it faces for fiscal year 2010-2011 is forcing the court to consider more drastic measures.

By Dhyana Levey

Daily Journal Staff Writer

SAN FRANCISCO - Although San Francisco Superior Court has tried to avoid serious cutbacks by freezing open positions and travel, the $14.3 million deficit it faces for fiscal year 2010-2011 is forcing the court to consider more drastic measures.

Court officials are discussing the possibility of staff reductions, additional court closure days and shuttering 14 civil departments - about ...

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