Budget and finance writer John Reitmeyer joins to discuss the political process behind budget negotiations

The dilemma: continue popular programs that combat high property taxes and also close a multibillion-dollar budget gap

Assembly speaker defends the legislator-driven local spending that Sherrill says must be cut to bridge $3 billion gap

It’s one of many budget holes for the Sherrill administration

Property tax relief, a full public pension payment, more money for child care and NJ Transit -- and 'tough choices' to come

Copy of budget address provided by the governor's office