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CM Rutkowski warns recession could increase County costs by Seth Goodchild Farrington told The Spectrum, “We’ve made our recommendations and . we’re happy with it (the proposal).” He added, “It is now up to the Legislature to make changes.” Historically, the Legislature has not made significant changes other than to cut parts of* a specific program’s funding. Criticism of the budget has so far been minimal. County departments seem to approve of the plan, voicing only minor complaints. Sheriff Department officials called the plan “generally satisfactory.” inflation caused by a lack of sound federal policy to deal with . energy and monetary problems.” Rutkowski also warned against a recession which could lead to increased county costs and reduced State aid. He called for a reassessment of the State’s continued commitment to New York City and the ramifications for Western New York. up expiring federally-funded CETA jobs. The six percent wage hike—negotiated last year—added almost $7 million to the County’s costs, while rising energy costs accounted for a $1.2 million increase. Of 204 new jobs sought by department heads, 45 were granted, including seven in the Sheriffs Department and 10 in the Medical Center. An additional $350,000 was recommended for a contingency account to assume CETA jobs that will fall victim to federal cuts next September. The money will also provide for new public safety grants. The Legislature’s Republicans have until December 31 to re-shape the budget to their liking. On that day, they will lose their 12-8 majority. As a result of last Tuesday’s elections, the Legislature will be deadlocked at 10 seats for each party. City Editor Erie County Executive Edward J. Rutkowski’s proposed 1980 budget will enable him to remain within the bounds he set for himself during the recent election campaign. Although Rutkowski’s proposal lives up to his campaign promise not to raise taxes, the newly-elected official still has more money than he did last year to budget throughout the county. Economic Development During his campaign, Rutkowski stressed economic development, and his budget contains additional funding for county re-investment programs. He doubled the appropriation for the County Industrial Development Agency and granted $50,000 to the Buffalo AFL-CIO Management Council. The approximate $500 million proposal represents a $40 million increase in spending, yet cuts the average property tax rate by 14 cents per $1000 assessed value. Edward J. Ryttowafcl Wage hike Some protest, however, has been heard. Purchase Director' John G. Gross told the Legislature that his Department was “just managing” to meet current spending limits. Parks Commissioner James N. Leary also registered a minor complaint, but said that his Office would attempt to “live” within its appropriation. The County Executive was able to share 14 cents from wrestle with Inflation’ average property tax rates by the County’s obtaining increased Federal and State aid, federal revenue sharing programs, sales tax and fees and a $7.6 million carry-over surplus from 1978. In his budget message, the youthful Rutkowski attacked State and Federal policies that “push up county budgets,” claiming that the County “would have to wrestle with Earlier this week, the County Legislature began hearings on the budget, trying to work within a December 4 deadline. Assistant Budget Director Robert Farrington said that his department expects no major changes in the proposal, although some minor adjustments may be made. Rutkowski’s budget calls for a six percent wage hike for County workers, increased funds for highway maintenance, higher cultural and economic development funding and allocations to pick -mw-rr~sr NAVY OFFICER. YOU GET THE MOMENT YOU GET THE STRIPES. 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