Lawrence Co. 2009 budget contains no property tax increase
NEW CASTLE, Pa. — Lawrence County commissioners unanimously passed the 2009 budget that doesn’t include a property tax increase.
The $97,286,554 budget includes a $156,000 carry-over from 2008.
Commissioners passed the budget today.
Commissioner Steve Craig noted the county was waiting for the last two days of outstanding tax money to come in so it could make its last payroll. “It’s that tight,” he said.
Commissioners said they, the county controller, treasurer and administrator worked hard to avoid a tax increase and layoffs. They implemented a hiring freeze.
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