Local Governments Prepare for State Cuts

David Paterson has laid out options for the Legislature to cut spending. Now it's local government's turn to respond, as counties, cities, and town around Western New York get ready to do more with less. Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown expressed his concern. State cuts could cost Buffalo up to ten-million dollars in funding. The Erie County Control Board, other regional governments, and not-for-profit organizations have all expressed the need to plan now for the state cuts that appear to be coming. County Budget Director Greg gach says that county taxes may have to make up the difference in funding for state-mandated programs.