Our flagship format. Each Evidence Brief takes a single policy question, examines what the data shows, and lays out the tradeoffs. Every number is sourced. Every comparison is documented.
Why Rockland's School Spending Varies by 33% Across District Lines
Per-pupil spending across Rockland's eight school districts ranges from $28,891 to $38,294. What's driving the gap — and what does it mean for Clarkstown?
The 2026 Rockland County Budget, Department by Department
Rockland County's operating budget has grown 32% in five years. Five departments account for 70% of spending. Where the money goes, department by department.
What's Missing from the Rockland County Legislature's Public Record
The legislature met 36 times in 2025 but published minutes for only two-thirds of those sessions. The documentation gap is widening.
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