Carroll County 4.5% raise to employees could have a negative ripple effect in next year’s budget

A 4.5% raise for Carroll County employees this fiscal year could create a financial headache once officials begin budget negotiations for next year. The money for the salary increases, totaling $4.9 million, came from the county’s surplus, and is considered one-time funding, meaning the Board of Carroll County Commissioners will have to find another funding source…