Stuart axes 12 jobs to save $1M as fiscal year begins

Stuart Axes 12 Jobs to Save $1M as Fiscal Year Begins

The city of Stuart has cut 12 jobs to save nearly $1 million as the new fiscal year begins.

CBS12's reporter Jack Wu reported the number could rise to 16 over the next few weeks, representing three percent of the city's total workforce.

City Manager Michael Mortell emphasizes the difficulty of the process, saying it is constantly on his mind.

As of this writing, it's unclear how many people are being let go, what positions weren't refilled, and how many positions were eliminated.

The move is part of an effort to reduce costs as the new fiscal year begins.

Author's summary: Stuart cuts 12 jobs to save $1M.

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