Sentences with phrase «shouldered by local taxpayers»

One major concern is the costs of pensions and other mandates handed down by the state and shouldered by local taxpayers.

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Speaking at a conference hosted by the Local Government Network, Mr Denham said: «Local taxpayers should be vigilant if they are asked to accept reduced services because their council won't take tough decisions to introduce shared services, sharing senior staff with other local authorities, PCTs [primary care trusts] or other bidders, or through making the best use of public buildLocal Government Network, Mr Denham said: «Local taxpayers should be vigilant if they are asked to accept reduced services because their council won't take tough decisions to introduce shared services, sharing senior staff with other local authorities, PCTs [primary care trusts] or other bidders, or through making the best use of public buildLocal taxpayers should be vigilant if they are asked to accept reduced services because their council won't take tough decisions to introduce shared services, sharing senior staff with other local authorities, PCTs [primary care trusts] or other bidders, or through making the best use of public buildlocal authorities, PCTs [primary care trusts] or other bidders, or through making the best use of public buildings.

Wood has contended that town board members should only contact the town attorney when prior approval has been granted by the full board, due to its expense to local taxpayers.

Since 90 percent of all K — 12 education funding is generated at the state and local level, it should be directed by state and local taxpayers, free from federal red tape.