California Record
Fullerton
SC

Shana Charles

District 3 Council Member2022-2026

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At a glance

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Term ending Dec 31, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
19
Total speaking time
3:45:18
Avg per meeting
11:51
Segments
5034

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Top issues during term (12)(Budget)

critical→Feb 2026[27]

Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget Deficit

Balances the $147.2 million general fund budget with a $16 million ending fund balance.

medium↑Sep 2026[15]

campaign finance

Your tax dollars aren't funding these campaigns, but big money donations could heavily influence how city council members eventually spend public funds.

critical↓Apr 2026[5]

Special Fiscal Audit and Budget Optimization

Impacts city operations and funding allocations for the upcoming fiscal year.

critical↓Jun 2026[4]

Municipal Budgetary Challenges

Significant budget shortfalls will require cuts or operational adjustments across city services.

high↓Apr 2026[2]

city budget deficits

It's a bit of a guessing game how cracking down on weed shops will affect the city's wallet – could bring in fines, but also costs money to enforce.

medium↓Sep 2025[0]

air taxi proposal

This could mean big bucks for the companies involved and maybe even new jobs, but we'll have to see if it impacts your wallet directly.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

budget crisis

Your tax dollars are on the line as the city scrambles to balance the books, so expect potential service cuts or new fees.

high↓Apr 2026[0]

budget cuts impact on public works

Your tax dollars might not be going as far, meaning fewer repairs and upkeep for the things you use every day.

medium↓Sep 2025[0]

air taxi network

It's too early to say exactly how much this will cost or make, but it could mean new jobs and business opportunities.

medium↓Mar 2022[0]

smart city funding

Your tax dollars aren't going up, because the city's saving money on energy to pay for this.

medium↓Sep 2025[0]

autonomous air taxi infrastructure

This could mean new jobs and business opportunities as we build out this futuristic transport system.

medium↓Apr 2026[0]

cannabis tax revenue

This could bring in much-needed cash to fund city services, all thanks to weed sales.

Decisions during term (10)

Recorded while Charles was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.