Aurora will limit hiring new workers to fill vacant posts, under a plan announced by Mayor John Laesch on Monday. Courtesy of City of Aurora

Aurora Mayor John Laesch plans to limit filling vacant municipal jobs, as he believes the city should rein in spending amid a potential $29 million budget deficit next year.

Laesch outlined his plans Monday, as he and city finance officials discussed the general fund portion of the budget they are preparing for 2026.

The projected deficit could grow to $34 million if the city council does not approve a 1% grocery tax, to replace one the state will eliminate Jan. 1. The council is due to vote on the tax this evening

Laesch said he is instituting a “hiring slushie,” under which city departments won’t be able to hire new people to increase staff o

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