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City Staffing and Vacancy Report (AB 2561)

Summary

Poway's vacancy rate sits at just 4.15% overall — down from 7% last year — with only two firefighter openings. The budget adds six positions including a principal planner and IT manager to cover an upcoming retirement.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Six new FTEs and four reclassifications, most funded from enterprise funds; new positions are aimed at retention and succession planning.

✅Who benefits

Residents get better-staffed parks on weekends, faster planning review, and continuity in city finance leadership.

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