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St. Mary's County commissioner warns budget strain as federal shutdown threat and Patuxent workforce cuts loom
Summary
A St. Mary's County commissioner told the county meeting that uncertainty over a potential federal shutdown and workforce reductions at Patuxent River could force difficult budget choices, potentially affecting seniors and low-income residents; the county scheduled a budget work session for 1:30 p.m.
A St. Mary's County commissioner said the county faces “tough choices” as officials brace for the potential effects of a federal funding shortfall and recent personnel actions at Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
The commissioner, speaking during a county meeting, said the county has received numerous emails from residents concerned about officials' availability and about looming federal and local impacts. “We just cannot be everywhere,” the commissioner said, adding that much of the week had been spent in meetings with NAVAIR and Patuxent River leadership about a possible federal shutdown and related personnel issues.
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