Thursday, July 16, 2009

MARYLAND: Union workers ask O'Malley to spare agencies

BALTIMORE (AP) — Maryland state employees called on Gov. Martin O'Malley on Thursday to do all he can to steer a $700 million budget shortfall away from already battered state agencies, but the governor braced for tough decisions — once again.

Union workers described how past budget cuts already are affecting state services. They held "No Layoffs!" and "No Pay Cuts!" signs at a news conference at the office of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees in Baltimore.

O'Malley, meanwhile, said he was doing his best to preserve the state's top priorities in health, education and public safety. But as the recession continues to drag down state revenues, the governor conceded there wasn't much that could escape review. Read More

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