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Viewpoint: County cuts to ‘Meals on Wheels’ program would impact many in need

The economic crisis has put everything on the table when it comes to balancing budgets. Area “Meals on Wheels” programs have been negatively impacted and there’s not room to make more cuts.

By Patrick Rowan , December 09, 2009

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Hospitals: Budget cuts will affect service

Hospitals: Budget cuts will affect service Minnesota news
Sue Klabo said Minnesota hospitals like the one she leads face “grave” circumstances if state policymakers make deep health-care budget cuts.

By Scott Wente, St Paul Bureau , April 23, 2009

Letter: Make cuts fair, equitable

Growing up in Missouri, an idea would often be presented to save money and improve lives. One person would say, “Great! Let’s do it!” One hundred others would say, “Lousy idea! You’re an idiot!”

March 11, 2009

833 board eyes more budget cuts than task force lists

With a Budget Adjustment Task Force recommendation for $5.8 million in budget cuts for 2009-2010 in hand, school board chair Ron Kath and member Leslee Boyd want to explore cutting $6.3 million.

By Judy Spooner , March 10, 2009

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Washington County cuts 21 staff positions

In an effort to make up for recently projected shortfalls in its 2009 budget, the Washington County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 Tuesday to reduce county staff by 21 positions.

March 03, 2009

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Courts warn of cuts; Pawlenty says they are needed

Courts warn of cuts; Pawlenty says they are needed Minnesota News
ST. PAUL – Minnesota's court officials say Minnesotans will see significant service cuts if Gov. Tim Pawlenty's proposed budget passes, but the governor says the court budget needs trimming as a way to pressure them to change.

By Don Davis and Kelly Boldan , February 25, 2009

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County may cut 4-H coordinator funding

Facing the reality of a loss in state aid funding and a continued decrease in fee revenue sources, Washington County is planning to make up for projected budget shortfalls by cutting an additional $3.2 million from its 2009 budget.

February 24, 2009

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833 task force group seeking $7.5 million in cuts

The task force charged with suggesting $7.5 million worth of cuts from the 2009-2010 School District 833 budget started work Feb. 2.

By Judy Spooner , February 11, 2009

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Closing college among budget options

Minnesota News
ST. PAUL – Current economic conditions could cost the state a college, the Minnesota Colleges and Universities system chancellor warns.

By Don Davis , February 09, 2009

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Business tax cuts highlight Pawlenty plan

Business tax cuts highlight Pawlenty plan Minnesota News
ST. PAUL – Gov. Tim Pawlenty took the lead on Minnesota budget dance Thursday, calling for a variety of business tax cuts while at the same time increasing education spending.

By Don Davis , January 16, 2009

833 board considers cutting staff

The sky is not falling, Superintendent Tom Nelson told the District 833 School Board at its Jan. 8 workshop. The district is “in good shape” but will be in better condition in upcoming years if it curbs spending now, he said.

By Judy Spooner , January 09, 2009

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Pawlenty cuts local aid, programs

Pawlenty cuts local aid, programs Minnesota News
ST. PAUL – State budget cuts are under way. So is the anguish.

By Don Davis , December 22, 2008

MVP Cuts grand opening is May 10

MVP Cuts is a sports-themed hair salon for men and boys, designed with guys in mind.

May 07, 2008

House leader: Pawlenty threatened projects

State News
ST. PAUL – House Majority Leader Tony Sertich says Gov. Tim Pawlenty erased $1.5 million in state construction projects from his district as revenge for comments he made about the Republican governor.

By Don Davis, Minn. State Capitol Bureau Chief , April 14, 2008

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