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Over the last several months, the city has been examining our financial outlook. With the economic downturns, we want to help ensure our actions dont lead to additional financial hardships for our taxpayers. We have tried to be creative about service delivery and put off the most painful decisions until we truly understood long-term impacts. Now, with a clearer budget forecast and in consultation with members of the council, we have decided on a number of measures. This includes putting off park upgrades, equipment, and vehicle purchases, and reducing the functions of Parks and Recreation and the Nature Center. Unfortunately, the difficult decision to not re-open the Nature Center will result in laying off current staff. We will wind down the virtual programing and other services over the summer.