2008 Unallotment: $320,315
2009 Unallotment: $272,597
2010 Unallotment: $628,984

The City of Fergus Falls reduced expenditures by 9% to cope with 2010 aid cuts. Reductions included areas such as public safety programs, street maintenance, park and recreation programs, civic engagement programs, and charitable giving. The city has lost 4 employees due to the 2010 budget cuts. A wage freeze has been implemented for both union and non-union employees. The city’s levy will not increase in 2010, but the city has reduced its reserve fund.