Holiday tours of the mansion at Hartwood Acres have been canceled due to the ongoing Pennsylvania budget impasse, according to Allegheny County spokeswoman Abigail Gardner.
The cancellation is a result of a spending freeze caused by the county's $100 million shortfall, which is a direct consequence of the state operating without a budget since June 30.
“It has real impacts,”
Gardner stated, highlighting the visible effects of the hiring and spending freezes announced in September. The county has requested that departments reduce discretionary spending, with further cuts expected.
Author's summary: Holiday tours canceled due to budget impasse.