So much of what we do locally is shaped by decisions made at the Federal or State level. I am often reminded that while much of the work to strengthen our community happens locally, the decisions currently being made at the federal level have very real detrimental impacts right here in our community. Whether it’s unfunded mandates that strain our county budget, shifting federal policies that disrupt critical programs, federal funds delayed or canceled outright and then requiring us to break state laws in order to receive those funds. It all creates so much uncertainty for County residents and local agencies, and our community is left bearing the burden of decisions made far from Sonoma County. I want to reassure you that my focus remains on continuing to govern our county and protecting our core values.
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