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May 03, 2005

Local Tax Watch

The Chattanoogan reports that several Hamilton County-assisted agencies are requesting budget increases.

I am certainly realistic, and mindful of the fact that costs do go up, and so, when absolutely necessary, we citizens each chip in a bit more to keep things running; but I am asking for assistance in verifying the facts behind each increase request.

If anyone can provide additional information on these, please do so by using the Comments below.

I recognize that the elected persons on the County Commission are charged with making sure that the funding allocations are sensible and "fat-free" but it cannot hurt to have a little citizen awareness and discussion of the matters in addition to the Commissioners' efforts. After cursory overview, none of these requests seems overwhelming or shocking, but there's a tricky thing about the way small expenditures can add up, and diligence is the only avoidance of unnecessary spending.

Thanks in advance for helping me keep track.

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