This morning's headline in the Hernando Times reads, "Forecasts paint possibility of red ink". In this article George Zoettlin stated, "There is some scary things, that's what happens when you lower the millage going through uncertain times." Yes, it is a scary time for everyone, especially the taxpayers that are also facing higher interest rates, a rising inflation rate, and skyrocketing insurance costs. The answer to the predicted gloom of a forecasted, sea of red ink would be to reduce Hernando County government spending at the current rate of 8.16%. The current rate of spending by the county seems just a little excessive when you take into consideration the cost of living is currently set at 4.1% for senior citizens on Social Security. Anyone that is interested in voicing their opinion should attend the Hernando County Budget hearings which will begin promptly at 5:01 p.m. this afternoon in the county commission chambers located at 20 N. Main Street in downtown Brooksville.
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The problem is that the cost of providing the services that we all expect has increased at a far greater pace. Bottom line is we need to look at what services we are willing to sacrifice in order to avoid that red ink.
The problem is that the cost of providing the services that we all expect has increased at a far greater pace. Bottom line is we need to look at what services we are willing to sacrifice in order to avoid that red ink.
The problem is that "we" don't all agree on the services that the government should provide with our tax dollars. A good start would be to hold the county spending at current levels and give at least 1/2 mil rate reduction as an act of good faith. Zero based budgeting should be implemented immediately in all county departments to justify all expenses.
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