Governor Ventura has denied Governor-elect Tim Pawlenty's request to stop the state's aid payment to local governments. Cities and counties are scheduled to receive half of their annual aid payment on December twenty-sixth. Pawlenty asked Governor Ventura yesterday (THURS) to delay that payment so he would have more options when it comes to balancing the state's budget. Local government officials say they're relieved but also know they won't be held harmless in the upcoming session. Minnesota Public Radio's Tom Scheck reports...