Governor Bill Ritter’s FY 2009 10 2009-Budget Balancing Plan

August 18, 2009 On August 18, 2009, Colorado Governor Bill Ritter announced a second round of budget cuts that will restrict the provision of behavioral health services in the state. The state's June 22 revenue forecast indicated that despite a two percent cut to agency budgets for the fiscal year that started July 1, 2009, more cuts were needed. All agencies were directed to submit 10% budget reduction proposals by July 20, 2009. Most of the cuts will start September 1, 2009. The cuts affect behavioral health services provided by multiple departments and programs. Download the Report . . .