Sentences with phrase «local dollars much»

«The county has not paid in local dollars much of anything for trail extensions for last decade,» Glazier said.

Not exact matches

In order for a few million dollars to go «missing» here and there, and end up in the pockets of local politicians or shady middle - men, you've pretty much got to be mislabelling the money at the very least.

It is going to be much more difficult for a competitor to enter a business which requires hundreds of millions of dollars in startup capital than it is for a retailer, which can be opened for a minuscule fraction of the cost (e.g., there are very few entities in the world that could start an airplane manufacturer to go head - to - head with Airbus or Boeing, but you and your friends could probably gather the capital necessary to lease a space at the local mall and start your own business).

1) Charities spend their income on necessities, such as food and utilities, which ever - so - slightly re-orients our economy toward recession - resistant products, rather than luxuries 2) Charities spend their money quickly, but on independent schedules, making for a smoother stimulus effect on the economy 3) Charities make purchases tax - free, meaning that $ 1 spent by a charity generates a full $ 1 of private economic activity; furthermore, much of those tax revenues are recovered as income tax on the grocery stores, utility companies, etc. that might not have received that income otherwise 4) Charitable giving is by far the most democratic way to improve society; from birth control to bombers, government assuredly spends money on something you don't like, and charitable giving restores your say - so 5) Charitable donations are tax deductible, meaning you keep those tax dollars in your local community 6) Charitable donations provide the funds necessary for volunteers to serve the needy, thus giving «the average citizen» a chance to meet and interact with the needy, breaking down stereotypes

This is also offered at a much better price than my local grocery which offers a bar for 2 dollars.

I really hate the casinos in Vegas, I go to the local casino sometimes to eat at the buffet because it doesn't cost much and, i decide to put maybe 10 or 20 dollars in the machine, and i lose every time.

«Tioga Downs» expansion will foster hundreds of new jobs and spur much - needed economic development in the Southern Tier, plus generate millions of dollars for public schools and local governments — with all private money and zero taxpayer dollars,» Commission Executive Director Robert Williams said in a statement.

«Though most political ad dollars traditionally are spent after Labor Day, tight primaries and early spending on House, Senate and gubernatorial races have pushed local TV - ad spending above $ 311 million as of mid-August, up 45 % from the same point in 2004 and more than three times as much as in 2002...»

Streets are in far better shape since the beginning of his tenure, with much of that investment coming from the tens of millions of dollars flowing into the city from the casino local share.

Throughout much of the state, the question received more attention than any local contests, due in part to a multimillion - dollar spending campaign in which organized labor urged its members to show up and vote «no.»

Consequently, the expected inflow of dollar into the domiciliary accounts with local banks did not come as much as was anticipated.

Many of the visitors mentioned that billion dollars and how much it will mean in local development.

This is also offered at a much better price than my local grocery which offers a bar for 2 dollars.

In contrast to past practice where school districts dolled out their local capital dollars based on school facility needs, the new sharing requirement under HB 7069 calculates how much is owed to charters on a per - student basis.

Florida's 650 charter schools could see as much as an extra $ 96.3 million coming their way in 2017 - 18, thanks to a controversial provision in a sweeping education bill Gov. Rick Scott signed into law that forces school districts to hand over some of their local tax dollars.

Committee member and board vice president Judy Conlin said she favors a Wisconsin Association of School Board proposal that would require property tax bills to include how much of their local dollars are going to voucher schools.

Yes, it's true that North Carolina ranks high in terms of how much the state funds public education versus other source, including federal and local dollars — although U.S. Census data says we're 9th.

«Applying more pressure on unions and local districts to finally implement a more effective teacher evaluation system is a wise move by Governor Cuomo, especially with nearly $ 1 billion in much - needed state aid and federal Race to the Top dollars now at stake.

While the AFT's L.A. local and its traditionalist allies in were none too fond of this funding, and did as much as they could to characterize the dollars as being akin to carpet - bagging, the likely presence of dollars from the national AFT and its statewide affiliate (as well as the fact that traditionalists have long benefited from national alliances, including the NEA's move last year to pour $ 5 million into successful campaigns to pass Prop. 30 and its $ 50 billion in tax increases as well as defeat Prop. 32) meant that they couldn't play up the outside money angle as effectively as they desired.

Many supporters of federalism and a return to local control of education also argue cronyism infiltrates public education when wealthy private donors pour much - desired dollars into public projects, demanding attention paid to their pet projects.

Of course, the problem is even where teachers have agreed to a wage freeze you have increasing costs — without additional state aid — those extra dollars will have to come from the local property tax which is much more unfair for the middle class than raising money through the income tax (assuming you don't let the millionaires off the hook like the Governor did).

Ongoing public debate about whether the United States, specific states, and local communities spend too much or too little on education and whether those dollars are spent correctly can be traced through the case law history associated with various school finance law suits.

Here's how much it would cost you in Canadian dollars to withdraw 1,000 Euros through the most common exchange methods: Exchange at your local bank: $ 1,359 Put the purchase on a credit card: $ 1,373 Use an ATM in Europe: $ 1,376 Use a foreign exchange kiosk: $ 1,416 Source: Oanda.com, Exchange rate as of March 1, 2011.

Much of the credit for that amount likely goes to local tourism and attractions, which bring in extra dollars in restaurant revenue without adding to population figures.

In some markets such as Netherlands, Denmark and Sweden, the exchange risk offset local market risk so much that dollar risk was lower than local market risk.

Rather than spending thousands of dollars at the local pet store, rescuing an animal from a shelter is much more rewarding since you are saving a life and also much less expensive.

Our 1 and 2 bedroom condominiums feature a private lanai with fabulous million dollar views, fully equipped modern kitchen, microwave, free wi - fi access, free local phone calls, free parking, free flat screen tv's with cable access, daily maid service, complimentary pool towel exchange, and much more.

By participating in tours led by local guides, staying in locally - owned homestays, or eating in restaurants that use local food sources, travelers can channel much - needed dollars directly into local communities.

The other good news is that they are creating a tremendous national data base that can show how much energy and dollars are saved with every drop in the HERS index for every climate zone and for every mix of local utility costs.

Rypkema points out that new construction is about 50 - 50 labour and materials, whereas restoration and renovation can be as much as 75 % labour - for every dollar spent you get twice as much local employment, and use about half the resources.

It would be much easier for hospitals and doctors to deal with the local insurance company in the U.S. who would make prompt payments in U.S. dollars.

You can save money at a cheap hotel, but a visit to the local dollar store can make the experience much better.

While all real estate is local, and many factors play into what a home is worth and how much buyers are will to pay for it, staging can be the extra step sellers take to help sell their home more quickly and for a higher dollar value,» shared NAR President, William E. Brown.