By Isabel Guzman | Centennial Citizen-Independent
Arapahoe County’s annual State of the County address had two elements. On one hand, leaders celebrated the various services the county government provides to residents. On the other hand, leaders said some of those services are imperiled.
The reason: a budget shortfall, worsened, in part, by the drying-up American Rescue Plan Act funds that were issued amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Arapahoe County is seeking residents’ input on reducing or eliminating some services. Budgets across the country could be affected, including public works, the sheriff’s office, public health and affordable housing.