The cap, which limits spending to a 0.01 percent increase, will challenge lawmakers to keep within the limit, while addressing the city needs such as staff wages, office utilities, supplies and computer support, said Philipstown.info.
In addition, some members favor moving the village election from March to November in an effort to provide board members with more time to consider budget options which must be finalized by April 29. The election is March 15, added Philipstown.info.
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