Iowa Department of Public Safety
Eugene T. Meyer, Commissioner
215 East 7th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319
Telephone Number: (515) 725-6182
Facsimile Number: (515) 725-6195

DPS STATEMENT ON BUDGET

Des Moines, IOWA --- Like all state government agencies, DPS is faced with making a 10% cut in our budget due to declining revenue.

Over the last week I've been working very closely with the Division Directors here at DPS to review a variety of options on how we can meet our obligation to implement these cuts. This will not be an easy task and all options have been, and continue to be, taken into consideration. There are several steps in the process between now and October 28 before any decisions are final. In addition, the Iowa Department of Management must approve the final plan submitted by DPS and all state agencies.

The reality is, an $8.9 million dollar cut from our budget will mean a reduction in our workforce. It's a painful fact. That's why I've been communicating and working with the staff here at DPS, and the union that represent them, as we determine how to best implement this budget cut.

Eugene T. Meyer, Commissioner
Iowa Department of Public Safety

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