January 8, 2009 On the Record: What to do about budget headaches Play video

(NECN) - Budget headaches and what to do about them. That is the focus for state and local governments in Massachusetts.

We go on the record with the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, and Chamber President Paul Guzzi.

Governor Deval Patrick is asking for expanded power to cut power beyond executive branch departments. Legislators want to know what is going to be cut. Is this a collision course?

Boston Mayor Tom Menino is looking for a two cent meal tax. Are local options taxes the way to go?