Podcasts about budget shortfall

The World Cup is fast approaching and Seattle is still littered with far too many homeless people. The US hotel occupancy rate is lagging behind Canada and Mexico’s. Gov. Bob Ferguson roasted online after own budget office signals fresh shortfall. Nithya Raman overtook Spencer Pratt in the LA mayoral primary over the weekend and looks slated to advance to the general election. // Big Local: Spokane Valley loses 124 jobs as Volex picks another state over Washington. Mountlake Terrace observed Pride for the first time. // You Pick the Topic: A Love Island contestant who is a cop is taking heat from his police department for taking time off to join the show.

Best Dam Podcast Exclusive: Inside the Data Center Debate - Part II with Brynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, and Fred Boltz  - In this episode of The Best Dam Podcast, Jill sits down with Boulder City advocates and local community members Brynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, and Fred Boltz to pull back the curtain on a massive, fast-tracked tech proposal. Together, they break down the critical issues surrounding a proposed 300-megawatt data center and explain why 93% of surveyed residents are firmly opposed to its development.The guests explore the deep financial, infrastructural, and environmental risks associated with the project—ranging from doubled utility bills seen in other rural American towns to the toxic chemicals needed to run massive industrial cooling systems. With a strict timeline advancing toward a final city council decision, this episode provides a vital, detailed look at the public pushback, the discrepancies in the developer's application, and how local citizens can use their voices to protect Boulder City's precious natural resources.DISCUSSIONThe Swift Public Pushback: When the data center option was presented at a city council meeting to bridge a budget shortfall, local social media pushback was immediate and vehemently opposed.A Warning from Rural America: Brynn shares that her mother's utility bills doubled in rural North Carolina after a data center was implemented in her small town.Lessons from Local History: Kendra recalls growing up in downtown Henderson and details why trusting corporate promises can lead to long-term health and environmental damage, such as contaminated soil and air.The Two Ballot "Boxes": The discussion clarifies that the immediate Townsite Solar lease amendment is moving forward at warp speed independently of the future data center restriction question on the November ballot.Developer Red Flags: Proponents of the project are investment-type professionals with zero actual experience running an operational data center, creating a lack of public confidence.City Spending vs. Income: Fred emphasizes that the city has a spending problem rather than an income problem, highlighting multi-million dollar outlays on an elaborate swimming pool and a railroad museum.Grid and Spot Market Competition: A 300-megawatt data center would directly compete with Boulder City's 55-megawatt peak summer load on the wholesale power spot market, potentially skyrocketing local utility rates.The Hoover Dam Trap: Under federal agreements, Boulder City ratepayers remain on the hook for dam operations and maintenance costs even if Colorado River water levels decline and power production stops.Application Inconsistencies: The developer's proposal contains severe mathematical errors and explicitly lists banned evaporative cooling methods across multiple pages of the planning commission agenda packet.A Toxic Chemical Brew: Running the proposed closed-loop cooling system requires hundreds of thousands of gallons of water mixed with rust inhibitors, propylene glycol, and other hazardous compounds.Demanding Performance Bonds: Due to the environmental risks of wastewater remediation and the potential for corporate bankruptcy, residents are calling for massive performance bonds.Citizens Initiative Petitions: Community members are actively gathering 1,700 local signatures by June 25th for three citizens' initiatives focused on restoring fiscal responsibility and public oversight.LEARN MOREBoulder City Power Sources: Google the official "Power Source" page on bcnv.org to see the monthly breakdown of where the city buys its wholesale energy.Water Conservation and the Colorado River: Read up on current Colorado River shortages and drought forecasts by checking out the recent interviews published by the Glen Canyon Institute.Boulder City Citizens Initiative: Reach out to local organizers Brynn, Fred, or Kendra to find out where to sign the three fiscal responsibility petitions before the June 25th deadline.Closed-Loop Cooling System Discharges:  This resource provides a brief explanation of Closed-Loop Cooling System Dischardges - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/fp0shgbge685jzg830ueh/Closed-Loop-Cooling-System-Discharges.pdf?rlkey=ugvfu1ls4bsjtdnzetviwyu3c&st=k1efv53c&dl=0Linktr.ee to NO Data Center in BC Resources - https://linktr.ee/nodatacentersbc KEYWORDSBrynn Delormier, Kendra Dyson, Fred Boltz, Data Centers, Boulder City, The Best Dam Podcast, Townsite Solar, Colorado River, Water Conservation, Wholesale Power, Spot Market, Environmental Impact Assessment, Budget Shortfall, Citizens Initiative#TheBestDamPodcast #BoulderCity #DataCenterDebate #ColoradoRiver #WaterConservation #SmallTownAmerica #FiscalResponsibility #CommunityVoice

Some state Medicaid services are on the chopping block due to a budget shortfall. The state health department estimates it will need at least another $7 million, but isn't saying what services might be cut.

Philadelphia is staring down a hard civic question: what does a city owe its children when the money does not add up? In this episode, we unpack Mayor Cherelle Parker's response to the School District of Philadelphia's projected budget shortfall, including the proposed rideshare tax, possible staffing cuts, and the larger fight over who should fund public education. Then, on 4/20, we widen the lens: a city can normalize cannabis culture, celebrate personal freedom, and still struggle to deliver stable classrooms, safe buildings, and basic opportunity. This is not a simple left-right argument. It is about priorities, revenue, accountability, and whether Philadelphia can build a future that is both freer and fairer. Schools, streets, taxes, weed, and political courage all collide in one very Philly conversation. Listen closely, because the stakes are local and generational for families across every neighborhood.

This Day in Maine for Thursday, April 16th, 2026.

Join the conversation with C4 & Bryan Nehman.  C4 is back!  We are now in week five of the conflict with Iran, will it end within 6 months or will it last longer.  Long lines at the airport continue as TSA agents are still not getting a paycheck.  There could be a 2.3-billion-dollar budget shortfall in 2027 in MD.  McKenzie Allen, Executive Director at the MD Alliance of Public Charter Schools, joined the show to discuss HB-1430 & its impact on charter school.  Listen to C4 & Bryan weekdays from 5:30-10am on WBAL News Radio 1090, FM 101.5 & the WBAL Radio app!!

From rising costs to slowing revenues, San Jose is facing a $56 million budget shortfall. Reporter Keith Menconi talks to city leaders about what's driving the deficit, the difficult tradeoffs ahead and what potential cuts could mean for city services.

Today, Hunter was joined by Maine's Frayla Tarpinian, the new Executive Director of Maine's Commission on Public Defense Services.     Guest: Frayla Tarpinian, Executive Director, Maine Commission on Public Defense   Resources: Website https://www.maine.gov/pds/   Coverage of the Shortfall https://mainemorningstar.com/2026/02/04/facing-imminent-13m-shortfall-committee-advances-bill-to-shore-up-public-defense-services/ https://www.mainesenate.org/senate-gives-initial-support-to-sen-carney-bill-to-fund-public-defense-services-protect-constitutional-rights/     Sign up for the ABA Public Defender Summit https://events.americanbar.org/event/12d07164-1011-4723-9352-e8e3168db945/welcome     Contact Hunter Parnell:                                 Publicdefenseless@gmail.com  Instagram @PublicDefenselessPodcast Twitter                                                                 @PDefenselessPod www.publicdefenseless.com  Subscribe to the Patreon www.patreon.com/PublicDefenselessPodcast  Donate on PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5KW7WMJWEXTAJ Donate on Stripe https://donate.stripe.com/7sI01tb2v3dwaM8cMN Trying to find a specific part of an episode? Use this link to search transcripts of every episode of the show! https://app.reduct.video/o/eca54fbf9f/p/d543070e6a/share/c34e85194394723d4131/home **** ALL OPINONS SHARED BY HOST HUNTER PARNELL DO NOT REFLECT THE THOUGHTS OR OPINIONS OF THE AURORA MUNICIPAL PUBLIC DEFENDER****

Facing a $376 million deficit, BART announced that without more funding, it will consider drastic cuts including closing one-third of its 50 stations and raising fares by 30%. The agency is pinning its financial future on a proposed sales tax on the November ballot as it struggles to recover from a changed post-pandemic commuting pattern. What would the Bay Area be without BART? We talk to the agency's manager and hear from you. Guests: Robert Powers, general manager, Bay Area Rapid Transit Jesse Arreguin, California state senator, District 7 Dionne Adams, mayor, Pittsburgh, CA Melissa Hernandez, president, BART board of directors; former mayor, Dublin, CA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dems have plan to deal with less money in state budget. https://ktvz.com/news/2026/02/02/oregon-revenue-chairs-agree-to-proposed-revenue-deal-odot-funding-still-uncertain/ They are gonna steal parts of the Big Beautiful Bill that help small businesses: https://www.ijpr.org/politics-government/2026-02-02/oregon-democrats-float-plan-to-reclaim-state-money-lost-to-trump-tax-cut-bill?_amp=true Poll: OR voters sour on Dem leadership: https://www.bizjournals.com/portland/news/2026/02/02/dhm-research-suvey-oregon-direction-pessimistic.html Standing filibuster verses zombie filibuster: https://americafirstreport.com/luna-senate-set-to-employ-standing-filibuster-to-advance-save-act-amid-shutdown-standoff/  

New York City's new mayor will inherit a $2-billion budget shortfall. More with Chris Conley on the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A major funding loss looms for the Wenatchee School District, with staff and student programs likely to feel the impact.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 House passes bill to release the Epstein files 427-1 15:30 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: | St. Louis County’s $82 Million Budget Shortfall: Sam Page has pushed back against cuts, urging the use of Rams settlement funds and a possible internet sales tax. | St. Louis County HQ moving to Northwest Plaza? | Possible Issues With New MetroLink Trains that could lead to delays and additional costs. 3.) The County Council will vote on Substitute Bill 182, which would expand apprenticeship, prevailing wage, and minority hiring requirements to more projects, including private developments that receive tax incentives. David will be providing testimony to the County Council on the bill. showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokesx.com/DavidCStokes 33:02 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner immigration update | anti-semitism on the rise https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 House passes bill to release the Epstein files 427-1 15:30 SEG 2 DAVID STOKES, Director of Municipal Policy at the Show-Me Institute | TOPIC: | St. Louis County’s $82 Million Budget Shortfall: Sam Page has pushed back against cuts, urging the use of Rams settlement funds and a possible internet sales tax. | St. Louis County HQ moving to Northwest Plaza? | Possible Issues With New MetroLink Trains that could lead to delays and additional costs. 3.) The County Council will vote on Substitute Bill 182, which would expand apprenticeship, prevailing wage, and minority hiring requirements to more projects, including private developments that receive tax incentives. David will be providing testimony to the County Council on the bill. showmeinstitute.org/author/david-stokesx.com/DavidCStokes 33:02 SEG 3 Chris’ Corner immigration update | anti-semitism on the rise https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM hour, Patrice Onwuka & Andrew Langer discussed: WMAL GUEST: GROVER NORQUIST (President, Americans for Tax Reform) on Political Fallout Over the Shutdown BALTIMORE SUN: $1.5B Budget Shortfall Projected in Maryland: ‘Outlook Is a Lot Worse’ Than Earlier Estimate ON X: 'There Is Only One Governor,' Youngkin Says Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, November 14, 2025 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DELEGATE MARK FISHER (Maryland Freedom Caucus Member) WEBSITE: MarkFisherForDelegate.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Fisher4Maryland Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple, Audible and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, November 14, 2025 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe's desire to eliminate the state income tax is an ambitious goal given the projected $1 billion shortfall in general revenue next fiscal year. He joined KCUR's Up To Date to discuss how the plan could take shape.

East Baton Rouge is facing a major budget shortfall. Parish officials need to find an extra $21 million, and one way they hope to save money is by getting more public service retirees to switch to government-funded health care. Report for America corps member Alex Cox has the story.Last weekend, the Governor's Mansion in Baton Rouge hosted a screening of “Ancestral Artistry: The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture.” The film explores centuries of craftsmanship, culture and resilience passed down through generations of diverse communities who contributed to the state's architectural landscape The film's co-directors Charles E. Richard and Conni Castille join us for more.A community beautification project born in the years after Hurricane Katrina is celebrating a milestone. The Utility Box Art Project from the non-profit, Community Visions Unlimited, is turning 15. For over a decade the painted and decorated boxes have added a dash of color in New Orleans and surrounding cities.Vice president of Community Visions Unlimited Jeannie Tidy joins us with more.Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

6pm: Video Guest – Jim Walsh – State Rep and Chairman of the WA GOP // Governor Ferguson was asked if he will work with Republicans on the $2 BILLION additional budget shortfall about to hit; He says "they have his number // Washington state GOP supports Lewis County school board candidates // White House expands East Wing demolition as critics decry Trump overreach // President Trump says he’s paying for White House ballroom // Long before Trump, other presidents made big renovations to the White House // Both Seattle Mayoral candidates will join the show this week

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports members of Aurora's City Council approved a plan to continue collecting a 1% grocery sales tax, as leaders consider how to resolve a looming budget shortfall.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports members of Aurora's City Council approved a plan to continue collecting a 1% grocery sales tax, as leaders consider how to resolve a looming budget shortfall.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports members of Aurora's City Council approved a plan to continue collecting a 1% grocery sales tax, as leaders consider how to resolve a looming budget shortfall.

New York State Attorney General Letitia James is among dozens of state AGs urging Instagram to protect users' data after the platform released a map feature that allows users to share their real-time location. Meanwhile, the MTA is increasing train service for the start of the U.S Open Monday. Also, Mamdani canvassers return to the streets ahead of the general election. Plus, state lawmakers warn Governor Hochul about looming fiscal trouble. Finally GrowNYC's Amelia Tarpey shares how to make the most of peak eggplant season.

PREVIEW RUSSIA: Colleague Michael Bernstam comments on the budget shortfall and closing REVENUE SOURCES, starting this year, without ability to borrow. More. 1956

This week's Clark County Today poll asks readers what lawmakers should prioritize to prevent a projected budget deficit in Washington — from cutting spending to rebalancing programs or raising taxes again. Cast your vote now: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-what-should-lawmakers-prioritize-to-avoid-a-budget-shortfall-by-2027/ #WashingtonPolitics #BudgetShortfall #Poll #Opinion #StateSpending #WAleg #TaxPolicy #FiscalReform #PublicInput #2027Forecast

Denver mayor Mike Johnston warns there will be 'tough times ahead,' announcing furloughs and layoffs amid a $50 million budget shortfall this year.Dan tears apart the mayor's slavish devotion to leftist orthodoxy on giving a home to any and all homeless and illegal aliens around the world, providing sanctuary in Denver to anyone who wants a free ride as a freeloader.

Today the Treasury auctioned $38B of 10-year Treasury notes and has two more auctions planned later this week. But what does this mean? Today on the Jon Sanchez Show at 3pm, we will update you on How the U.S. Government Borrows to Fund Its Massive Budget Shortfall as well as the market's reaction to China/US trade deal discussions and more.

Why is the city of San Diego dipping into its reserve funds? Plus, a new safe parking lot is opening near the airport. Then, one person's story going from incarceration to graduation at San Diego State University. Finally, a “look” at the county's new state-of-the-art public health lab.

John Maytham is joined by Adjunct Professor Alex van den Heever, who presently holds the Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand, to unpack the financial implosion at Johannesburg’s City Power. With a staggering R16.3 billion negative bank balance, under-collection of revenue, and internal reports allegedly buried by Mayor Dada Morero, the city’s ability to deliver services now hangs in the balance. Van den Heever weighs in on the legal and governance implications and whether this crisis signals broader systemic failure. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city of Sacramento is facing a projected $62 million shortfall. Also an Old North Sacramento documentary screening for “Beyond the Alleyways: The Dixieanne Story.” Finally, 2024 “Tiny Desk” winner The Philharmonik's world tour.  Sacramento's City Budget Shortfall

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Graeme Raubenheimer is in conversation with Ndumiso Kubheka, Chief Economist at KH Research Equity Partners, about South Africa’s delayed national budget and the economic fallout of a scrapped VAT hike. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic, and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30 pm. CapeTalk fans call in, in an attempt to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live – Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is broadcast weekdays between 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/afternoon-drive-with-john-maytham/audio-podcasts/afternoon-drive-with-john-maytham/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's almost time to get down to brass tax in Carson City as we're a little over two-thirds of the way through the 83rd legislative session. The massive list of bills has been whittled down somewhat, but perhaps more important than what legislation gets passed is passing a balanced budget. With revenues lagging behind expectations, it seems Nevada may be in a budget crunch this session. How bad is it? How do both sides want to weather the storm? This week, host Ben Margiott talks about the budget crunch with top state lawmakers from both parties — Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager (D) and Senate minority leader Robin Titus (R). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today - Chelan County faces a $4.1 million budget gap—can commissioners close it without raising taxes or cutting important programs? And later - a deadly crash, big changes coming to downtown Wenatchee, fires break out, and Earth Day is coming up. Feature:Chelan County grapples with $4M deficit Headlines:Wenatchee man dies in Othello collision, 2 injuredWenatchee Valley YMCA breaks ground on new facilityFires break out at Joe’s, Colonial Vista and Wenatchee FoothillsNCWPlanner: Earth Day fairs, crafts, fun runsSupport the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Santa Monica plans to get businesses back after $33M budget shortfall. Ask the Listener: What should they do to fix Santa Monica? Best Tuna Melts in LA / Orange County. Downtown SF Mall continues to suffer… Bloomingdales offering 70% off discounts ahead of closure. Why are car headlights so bright? Gen Z Wants Menstrual Leave. Papa Cristo's Closing!

L.A.'s financial problems exploded into a full-blown crisis on Wednesday, with the city's top budget official announcing that next year's shortfall is now just shy of $1 billion, making layoffs "nearly inevitable."City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo advised the City Council to focus on cost-cutting measures, including a potential reduction in the size of the workforce, to bring the budget into balance for 2025-26.Szabo, in his presentation to the council Wednesday, attributed the city's financial woes, in part, to increased spending on legal payouts, which have ballooned over the last few years. Tax revenues have been coming in much weaker than expected — and are expected to soften further in the upcoming budget year, which starts July 1.

Auckland's 21 local boards united in a letter to Mayor Wayne Brown last week, rejecting that they must absorb a $17.6 million budget shortfall tied to the Fairer Funding Initiative.  The letter, dated March 10, highlights the significant pressures imposed on local board activities due to the cost-cutting measures, asserting that local boards had “no control over the budget” and "all decisions were made without any reference to any Local Board”. While Wayne Brown responded earlier this week, ensuring that local boards would not need to seek extra funding to cover the budget shortfall this year, these discussions will become relevant again for next year's budget.  Group chief financial officer for Auckland Council, Ross Tucker, says the council "is embarking on a challenging transition to an equity-based funding model that will see local boards being empowered with more budget autonomy as well as greater budget responsibility". Also, as the need increases to address the number of roaming dogs on the street, as well as the number of dog attacks, Auckland Council has opened a council-operated dog adoption centre. Last year, less than half of roaming dogs were claimed by their owners, the lowest amount in a decade. The adoption centre which opened on the weekend will house over forty dogs in an effort to relieve the strain on animal shelters around Auckland. Producer Sara spoke to Councillor Shane Henderson about both of these issues this morning. To start off, she asked him to explain the purpose of Auckland Council's Fairer Funding Initiative.

Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, joins John Maytham to discuss the province’s reaction to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s National Budget. With a proposed VAT increase and a R60 billion budget shortfall, Winde shares his concerns about the impact on businesses, households, and service delivery in the Western Cape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by DA leader John Steenhuisen to unpack the party’s firm opposition to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s latest budget. The discussion delves into the controversial VAT increase, the R60 billion budget shortfall, and the alternative solutions the DA is proposing to avoid placing further strain on South Africans. Steenhuisen outlines his party’s stance within the Government of National Unity (GNU) and explains why the DA refuses to support the budget in its current form.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(The Center Square) – Republicans in the Washington State Legislature say Democrats are exaggerating the size of the projected four-year operating budget shortfall to justify proposed tax increases. The amount of the shortfall itself is a matter of some debate. In November, the Office of Financial Management indicated the state would be $10 to $12 billion in the hole over the next four years. A month later, then-Gov. Jay Inslee announced that the number had jumped to $16 billion. He said the deficit was even greater than first projected.

Are Washington Democrats exaggerating the state's budget shortfall to push tax increases? Senate Republicans say yes. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/gop-dems-overstating-was-projected-budget-shortfall-as-cover-for-higher-taxes/ #BudgetShortfall #WashingtonState #TaxIncreaseDebate #ChrisGildon #GovernmentSpending #ClarkCountyWa #localnews

(The Center Square) – Microsoft and Amazon are among the wealthiest companies in the world, each with a market capitalization of well over $2 trillion, but a bill out of Washington could trim off some cash to save the state's finances. The Legislature levies various taxes on businesses operating within its borders. One of the most common is a business and occupation, or B&O, tax. The state requires some companies, including major tech firms, to pay more, but the higher rate also comes with a cap. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_bc6cd952-f47e-11ef-9bdf-5b3c33eb5ea5.html

Washington State: (The Center Square) – Republicans in the Washington State Legislature say Democrats are exaggerating the size of the projected four-year operating budget shortfall to justify proposed tax increases. The amount of the shortfall itself is a matter of some debate. In November, the Office of Financial Management indicated the state would be $10 to $12 billion in the hole over the next four years. A month later, then-Gov. Jay Inslee announced that the number had jumped to $16 billion. He said the deficit was even greater than first projected. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_b108c33a-f499-11ef-a2bc-5bdb4929257b.html

The Minneapolis public school district met this week to discuss strategies to close its $75 million budget shortfall, and Delta Air Lines says all but one of the passengers injured when a flight from Minneapolis crashed while landing in Toronto on Monday has been released from the hospital.Those stories and more in today's evening update. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Dana In The Morning Highlights 2/6Houston could be dealing with possible $330 million deficitGoodwill Houston's Right Turn GO program helps justice-impacted young adultsTuesday appears to be our least productive day of the week

Today on City Cast Portland, we're going over some updates to the city budget, looking at the end of working from home for some city and county employees, and diving into our mailbag with thoughts from you, our listeners. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek news roundup is our very own executive producer, John Notarianni Discussed in Today's Episode:  Portland Faces Potential $100M Budget Shortfall, Officials Say [Oregonian

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed: WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - CAL THOMAS - Syndicated columnist – discussed Jimmy Carter’s passing and the terror attacks. Suspect identified as FBI investigates act of terrorism after Bourbon Street attack WMAL Guest: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MATT SCHLAPP - chairman of the American Conservative Union and CPAC SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/mschlapp Minock report on budget shortfall in Fairfax County Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc. Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Thursday, January 02, 2025 / 7 AM Hour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Diego Unified is facing a $175M budget shortfall next year - we have a closer look at their next steps. Membership for the Girl Scouts is increasing for the first time in nearly a decade. Padres in full postseason mode, there's a lot of questions to be answered.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.