POUGHKEEPSIE — The Dutchess County comptroller’s office has launched an online survey to collect information on residents and organizations impacted by the loss of federal employment or funding as a result of cuts from the Trump administration.
The data gleaned from the survey will be verified and eventually will be provided to state, local and federal officials. Its purpose is to serve as a means of evaluating community impacts while guiding fiscal planning for the county.
According to the comptroller’s office, nearly $35 million in federal support to the county has been lost, impacting projects on the local level. Town of North East supervisor, Chris Kennan, had raised concerns on local funding cuts at a town board meeting on March 13.
For more information on the online survey, visit: www.dutchessny.gov, navigate to “Departments,” navigate to “County Comptroller,” and click on “Loss of Federal Funding/Job Survey.”
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
