Posted on July 22, 2010 by Erin in News Clips, News Clips, Press Room
KTVO-3: Branstad preaches financial responsibility in S.E. Iowa visits
FAIRFIELD, IOWA — Former Governor Terry Branstad stopped in Fairfield Wednesday afternoon as part of his “Truth in Budgeting” tour as he campaigns for a return to the governor’s mansion.
State Auditor David Vaudt joined Branstad as they met with more than a dozen residents, including Mayor Ed Malloy.
Branstad said his goals are to restore stability and predictability for services in Iowa. He added non-essential programs should be eliminated if we cannot afford them.
He also talked about following other states in creating a bi-annual budget.
“We should pass a bi-annual budget, a 2-year budget. Then the legislature can spend the second year doing oversight and looking at ways in which we can become more efficient and reduce the size and cost of government and improve the delivery system to the citizens.”
Branstad’s number one rule: “Don’t spend more than you take in.”
