Last year's edition of this was already a painful exercise in figuring out what the county is actually allowed by the state to cut, and it sounds like this year will be even darker. I'm sure the "slash government" crowd will be there to enjoy the shrinking, but a lot of the rest of us will be wondering how long the "optional" bits like sheriff's patrol, libraries, and youth services can survive.
Posted by simon at July 30, 2011 5:20 PM in Tompkins County , public financeHello, neighbors - Please try to join us for this session, to hear about the county's budget and share your thoughts, early on in our process of creating the 2012 budget. We'll be talking about the choices that will affect you, your family, your neighbors, and our whole community. And please pass this message along to others! Thank you! - Martha
Community Meeting on the 2012 Tompkins County Budget
County Legislators Martha Robertson and Mike Lane
Monday, August 1, 2011, 7:00 P.M.
Varna Community Center
943 Dryden Road, VarnaLearn about the fiscal challenges Tompkins County faces as it prepares for 2012, and let officials know how you would like the County to respond.
The public is encouraged to attend.