South Gate is facing a $9 million budget deficit.

In this emergency episode of The Lit Outlet Podcast, Moses (NoMo23) sits down with South Gate Councilmember Gil Hurtado to break down what’s really happening behind the scenes.

Topics covered:

• Why South Gate only receives 6.15% of property taxes

• The long-term impact of General Motors & Firestone leaving the city

• What a 7% Utility Users Tax (UUT) would mean for residents

• How much the average household would actually pay

• What services could be cut if the measure fails

• The difference between sales tax, property tax, and restricted funds

• Why social media narratives don’t always match the numbers

This is not political spin. This is a detailed breakdown of the city’s financial structure and what’s at stake.

If you live in South Gate — this affects you.

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

🎙 Host: Moses aka NoMo23
🏙 Guest: Councilmember Gil Hurtado
📍 City of South Gate

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