Does the new cost share for the third Extension educator start July 1, 2009?
Yes that is the current plan if the Governor’s proposed budget reductions are implemented. See Funding FAQ #23 28. What is a county budget going to look like under this model? It appears we are going to have to move funds around within our current budgets to cover more cost for program staff. The reality I think we all face is there will not be additional dollars from the county in the foreseeable future, so we can at best case scenario is to maintain the funding we have. In fact, I think some commissioners were looking to be able to trim budgets under this reorganization and consolidate services. What is the definition of financial support as it relates to the statement “Counties that provide more financial support will receive more from OSUE.” (17 Mar 09) The program assistant positions are the ideal; however, those positions will depend upon county funding. Counties that pay the cost share will continue to receive that amount of Extension programming within all four program areas re
