| After a contentious debate, members of the committee finally voted to approve the funding. |
| The program is designed to help former gang members who are trying to reform. |
| In the end, the debate created a degree of rancor among the committee members. |
| Ten members voted for the proposal, six members voted against it, and two abstained. |
| Some people have accused city council members of trying to usurp the mayor's power. |
| Recent election losses have led to open rebellion among some party members, who are calling for a complete change of leadership. |
