Surprise! Mystery Projects Cause Budget Unease
Again, Florida’s $74.5 billion which is currently on Gov. Rick Scott’s desk, contains numerous lawmakers’ pet projects, absent the details.
Scott Follows Thru on Budget Promises, More Giveaways
As promised, Gov. Rick Scott’s $74.2 billion budget request includes millions in tax breaks for manufacturers and more to help state economic developers to entice companies to relocate or expand in the state.
Lawmakers Cautious About Surplus Remarks
Initial, positive indications about Florida’s budget for the coming fiscal year could be overtaken by events if the Florida Supreme Court strikes down changes to state employees or the nation plunges over the fiscal cliff, the state’s top economist warned Wednesday. Speaking to the first meeting of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Amy Baker — coordinator [...]
Senate Unveils New Budget Review
Senate leaders are asking their budget-writers to undertake an “intensive budget review” that would include more carefully weighing large contracts and asking members who propose local projects to fund them by getting rid of other initiatives. The process, outlined by Senate Appropriations Chairman Joe Negron, R-Stuart, expounds some on statements that Senate President Don Gaetz, [...]
Lake County Schools get $12 Million Less in New Fiscal Year
Lake County School Board members on Monday, unanimously approved the 2012-2013 fiscal year budget of $554 million, more than $12 million less than last year’s budget
You Can Get Fit—Even on a Budget!
Yes, there are ways to watch your waistline while watching your budget. Think you need an expensive gym membership, a personal nutritionist or lots of pricey weights and equipment to get in shape? Think again.
Money 101: Preparing a Budget
If mention of the word ‘budget’ makes you groan, think of it not as some nasty chore or way to deprive yourself, but as spring-cleaning. One good financial cleaning and you may have your money life in order for years to come!
Scott Promises Tax Breaks, GOP Lawmakers Skeptical
Gov. Rick Scott said on Wednesday, he still plans on making good his campaign pledge to phase out the state’s corporate income tax and cut property taxes, beginning that process in the upcoming 2011-2012 budget. Scott was speaking at the Associated Press annual legislative session at the state Capitol in Tallahassee.
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