Friend's E-mail:   (maximum of 3 addresses separated by commas) Your E-mail: A Brief Comment (150 char max / 25 word max) Article: Experts say health care, retirement will put pressure on local budgets Local governments face a daunting set of challenges in 2008 and beyond, and even optimistic forecasts acknowledge cities and towns will have to make difficult, sometimes painful changes as they adapt to the reality of an extended fiscal squeeze. Security image:     Note: the e-mail sent will contain information, such as your IP address (38.103.63.17), for purposes of tracking abuse. Use of this software to spam or harass individuals can and may result in penalties punishable by law.