Purdue Extension supplies state’s various educational needs

By Randy Woodson, Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture

As Indiana officials deal with property tax concerns, Purdue Extension is a vital resource. At 40 sites across the state, more than 250 local government officials recently participated in a Purdue Extension video workshop with agricultural economist and public policy expert Larry DeBoer, who explained new legislation affecting local finance options.

The officials were able to ask questions and receive unbiased information about how their decisions would affect certain Hoosiers, including homeowners, farmers, and businesses. Several options on how to finance local communities were presented.

The videoconferencing technology that made this event possible is put to use hundreds of times each year, in similar situations, for many different groups.

Related link: Larry DeBoer’s Local Government Web site http://www.agecon.purdue.edu/crd/Localgov/

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