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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1981
Page
1
A 1981 snapshot shows Social Security and Medicare payments totaling 179 billion to 35 million recipients while public confidence dips to its lowest since 1933. Experts warn of fragmented planning, political gridlock, and looming funding challenges as baby boomers age.
Health officials scramble for alternate funding as federal cuts hit immunization, maternity, dental, hearing and family planning programs. Alabama Oregon New Jersey and Oklahoma face short and long term costs, with officials warning broader health access and future expenses.
Warsaw Radio reports 1,026 miners at the Ziemowit pit broke a eight day strike, with 1,000 underground miners at Piast and another group underground. Snowbound trains caused a 140,000 ton coal shortfall across six provinces, while other regions face disruption and relief efforts. International reports note resistance in Gdansk and other areas, with reports of mistreatment of prisoners.
White House aides indicate proposals for selective tax increases could be considered if they do not undermine the stimulative tax cut, though Reagan has not invited or received such proposals. Gergen noted no new taxes are planned for the budget meetings, while Treasury would not discuss increases until deficits are pinned down. Senate members oppose the next budget, citing unfair burden on states. Reagan aims for a Sept. 24 request of 22 billion in revenue enhancements and intends to keep the tax cut intact.
Washington reports that the Reagan administration released a 128 page report card praising its first year in office while acknowledging hurdles in passing the economic program in 1982. Meese and Baker defended the record as a strong legislative start but warned the year ahead would be tougher.
A $7.5 million UDAG loan will help fund a downtown Syracuse retail and office complex with $43 million in private funding. Azalea Inc and Canadian Realties will develop the project for A-B LePage, with work to begin next spring and completion aimed for 1983. The plan, supported by MDA and city officials, faces questions about Dey Bros and Addis will relocate and possible new anchors as negotiations proceed with major retailers. UDAG funding fate amid phaseout concerns prompts outreach to state and federal officials led by Sen. D Amato and reps Wortley and Lee.
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