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Cook County faces multiyear budget deficit in 1996
County transition team led by President John Stroger Jr. warns of a 107 to 161 million dollar deficit if spending is not tightened and revenue raised. Recommendations include payroll cuts, a 1 percent health care contribution from unions, and job reductions. AFSCME rejects salary caps and higher health costs. Stroger says budget work will begin, with hiring and salaries to be restrained. Officials stress cutting waste as essential.
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Cook County
John Stroger Jr
Christopher Kennedy
Kennedy
Cook County Board
Richard Phelan
Steve Trossman
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 31
Afscme
Stroger
Herb Schumann
Palos Hills
Schumann