Nine Liquor Stores to Remain Open-Senator Romero’s Response

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Nine Liquor Stores to Remain Open-Senator Romero’s Response

April 26, 2011 Janeen 2 Comments

Senator Ross Romero just learned of Governor Gary Herbert’s decision to authorize the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to reassign $1.4 million in agency funds to keep nine of ten state liquor stores open that were originally slated for closure. He commends Governor Herbert and DABC for their efforts in finding a preferred solution to DABC’s budget shortfall.

Senator Romero is aware of the public’s concern about closing state liquor stores. He shares the expressed concerns of over consumption and prevention of under-age drinking, but that is not what the closing of stores was addressing.

The Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control, along with other state agencies, was ordered to cut their budget by 7.5%, or $2.2 million. In order to meet those cuts, the DABC was going to close 10 stores that make a profit for the state of nearly $20 million annually.

During the past few months, Senator Romero has questioned the wisdom in closing 10 stores that make $20 million in profit annually in order to save just over $2 million this year. In addition to the unfortunate monetary loss, about 100 Utahns would have lost their jobs, workers who may have turned to state assistance to make ends meet.

Senator Romero has been exploring other sensible solutions to avoid the store closures, and he is pleased to now learn that nine stores will remain open for business.

A Time To Say “Thank You”

March 11, 2011 bschott No comments

by Sen. Ross Romero, Senate Minority Leader

Thank you to the legislative staff members who spent countless hours researching legislation, writing bills, preparing the budget and making sure all of the behind the scenes work got done. A special thank you to Janeen Halverson, Minority Executive Assistant, who is a great help to our caucus.

Sen. Romero Meets with Utah School Children

February 28, 2011 Janeen 1 Comment

by Tyler Anderson
Intern for Senator Romero

On Utah Latino Day, February 16, Senator Ross Romero met with students from Treasure Mountain International School (middle school) in Park City.

Honoring our Latino Military Veterans

February 25, 2011 Janeen No comments

by Senator Ross Romero
Senate Minority Leader

I am pleased to be the Senate sponsor of the Citation recognizing Latino/Hispanic armed service members who defended our country. Although much of the discussion on the Third Annual Latino Day on Utah’s Capitol Hill (February 16, 2011) focused on new Latino immigrants into our country, many Latino/Hispanics have historically been making contributions to our country day in and day out. I appreciate this opportunity to celebrate the contributions Latinos/Hispanics have made to and for Utah and the United States.

Senator Romero Statement on Today’s Revenue Estimates

February 22, 2011 bschott 1 Comment

Senate Minority Leader Ross Romero released the following statement in light of today’s improved revenue picture.

“We are pleased that the economic picture for Utah continues to improve, and today’s revenue estimates reflect that.

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