Escondido has provided a glimpse into the depth of its budget problems, with officials proposing much shorter library hours, the elimination of city-organized youth sports, increased recreation fees and possible layoffs.
Fayette Lawsuits Wells Fargo Bank vs. Cameron A. Schwartz et al. for $126,944, etc., claimed due on a mortgage. CitiMortgage Inc. vs. David C. Walls et al. for $81,019, etc., claimed due on a mortgage.
Economic instability is threatening the viability of a proposed downtown hotel in Escondido, which city leaders have been trying for a decade to build.
ESCONDIDO ---- Facing a projected budget deficit of nearly $6 million, Escondido city officials are considering drastic moves that include closing the East Valley library branch, laying off 19 police officers and asking employees to take voluntary pay cuts.
