For the first time in years, the Monroe County Legislature engaged in a heated debate over the budget, with the county executive criticizing some members of his own party. The budget passed and survived a veto, with some Democrats joining with Republicans to override.
Now the Democratic leadership is alleging that the legislature is wasting tax dollars on a so-called "slush fund," all to allow incumbents to pass out cash during an election year. Our guests discuss the budget and the sources of disagreement:
- Legislator Steve Brew, R, majority leader, 12th District
- Legislator Yversha Roman, D, minority leader, 26th District
- Legislator Vince Felder, D, 22nd District
- Legislator John Baynes, D, 18th District