Did I read this right? He didn’t quote it but might as well have.
“The state of Ohio will lead by example as we focus on cost savings, streamlining government and removing burdensome rules and procedures,” Strickland said. “We will make our government more accountable, effective and productive.”
Does that mean no tax raises but possible tax cuts. Or is that Dem talk for making people feel safe before the tax hikes come? No… increases are on the table but they have the burden of living within the restraints.
Columbus, Ohio – Ohio Governor Ted Strickland today offered Ohioans a realistic assessment of Ohio’s FY 2008 – FY 2009 biennial budget, the fiscal years for which Strickland must prepare his first budget. Current estimated spending levels proposed by agencies under the Taft Administration exceed available revenue growth by $1 billion to $1.5 billion.
“This budget process presents us with many challenges, but I remain fully committed to investing in Ohio’s priorities,” Strickland said. “It is clear that investment in job creation, economic development and education are key to solving our state’s continued budget problems and to moving our state forward.”
State revenues are growing slowly because of the state of the economy and because Ohio is beginning to feel the impact of House Bill 66.
Strickland said that he and the state legislature must now be prepared to live within the constraints placed on the state budget by HB 66 and the constraints of Ohio’s economic environment.
If they followed the national example they would reduce the sales tax and remove the cat tax. Then watch the revenue increase. Instead they will be sorely tested not to raise taxes. In addition I believe the Casino issue will be a big temptation to generate more money for the state. Lets see how “Read My Lips” Strickland handles this.
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