Clarke County Holds Budget Hearing Without Tax Increase
At a public meeting in the Clarke County courthouse on April 26 the budget faced little opposition as no real estate tax rate change is proposed. The current rate remains $2.40 per $100 of assessed value, indicating county leaders chose to live within means. Board of Supervisors Chairman Jack Hardesty called the decision not to raise taxes significant, a sentiment echoed by others hoping more areas could follow Clarke’s example.
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Warren County Loses First County Administrator
William G. O'Brien resigns as Warren County administrator effective May 15 after four years of leading initial organization and daily operations. He will become Rockingham County administrator in a county of 55 000 people, joining 114 applicants, leaving Warren to seek a suitable successor to maintain administrative continuity.
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Energy plan risks big car industry shocks in 1977
Washington observers say President Carter's energy program, aimed at shifting to smaller cars, lacks clear mechanics and could disrupt U.S. auto producers and the economy. UAW support hints at resistance to small car rebates and gas-guzzler taxes, framing the measure as an economic Pearl Harbor risk.
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Sauce For the Gander
New York residents refuse to aid the U S energy bailout as they blame federal policy and wasteful spending. Grocers Herman and Fritz voice anger at a nation seen as supporting gasoline addicts while New Yorkers take buses and subways to work.
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Moynihan Pushes Federal Welfare Takeover Amid New York Bankrupt Fear
Moynihan accuses President Carter of delaying a welfare reform bill and warns New York City faces bankruptcy without federal aid. He cites New York’s $13 billion budget gap and a three year bailout program, urging swift hearings on a Family Assistance Plan amid national political pressure.
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Carter withdraws 50 dollar per person income tax rebate
President Carter pulled the $50-a-person income tax rebate just before Congress returned from Easter recess. White House aides say the move aims to adapt to improving economic conditions, but critics warn it could hurt his credibility with Congress amid his 100 day push.
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