FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 15, 2011
Contact: Tara L. Martin | TaraM@westchesterlegislators.com | 914-995-2016 (office) | 914-380-0931 (cell)
STATEMENT FROM DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS TARA L. MARTIN
ON COUNTY EXECUTIVE ASTORINO’S VETOES OF THE 2012 COUNTY BUDGET
“Although the County Executive delivered the vetoes after the legal deadline, the Westchester County Board of Legislators has accepted their formal communication in the same spirit of good faith displayed last week upon passage of the bipartisan County budget.
“We were well aware that the County Executive did not agree with certain items within the budget, and we expected the vetoes; however, we still remain committed to a new working partnership between the executive and legislative branches here in Westchester.
“The Board of Legislators is scheduled to hold a special meeting on Thursday, December 22 to reconsider the vetoes presented by the County Executive, finalizing a budget that reflects our priorities and commitment towards a 0% tax increase, being fiscally responsible, protects the county’s triple A bond rating and preserves essential investments in our infrastructure and prioritizes the maintenance of important programs that protect public safety, public health and the environment.
“In short, the Board of Legislators will continue to deliver a budget that is right for Westchester.”
Bazzo 12/16/11
