By MATT LEINGANG
Associated Press Writer
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- One of the fastest-growing counties in Ohio has rejected parts of President Barack Obama's economic stimulus package.
Warren County is a staunchly Republican county northeast of Cincinnati. Commissioners have refused $373,000 in stimulus money to buy three new transit buses and make other improvements to the fleet, citing philosophical objections to the spending.
The Ohio Department of Transportation says it's the only rejection the agency is aware of.
Warren County also wants to return $1.8 million in stimulus funding for replacing windows and roofs on government buildings to make them more energy efficient.
Commissioner David Young says the county won't spend stimulus money on things it doesn't need.
The county has allowed the sheriff's office to apply for funds.
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