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Ludlow Council Deadlocked on Budget | Lexington News
Ludlow’s city council found itself locked in a bitter standoff over the budget, with no agreement reached before July first. The core conflict? Funding three new EMTs meant cutting vital services like admin staff, infrastructure, and even a new roof. The mayor defended her original plan as a moral statement, while council pushed for the hires and equipment, sparking accusations over fiscal priorities. Councilman Chapman warned of past overspending and rising tax burdens, while Councilwoman Guthrie suggested delaying the vote until fall. Mayor Thompson resisted, fearing irreversible cuts and…
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