All seats on the two county councils were contested, with partial elections in four districts.
Sussex candidates from main parties pledge to fix local services ahead of elections on 7 May.
Voters in Shoreham-by-Sea share their biggest issues ahead of polling day.
Dog walkers report being approached by scammers who attempted to fine them up to £1,000.
Ministers are considering a proposal to expand Brighton into East Sussex and to split West Sussex.
Almost 1.5m voters will elect county councillors to run Sussex for the first time in five years.
Temporary accommodation is its "greatest financial pressure", says a local authority.
Rosie and her husband sleep on a mattress in the lounge so their children can have the bedrooms.
After long debates and divided opinions, council leaders will request local elections are postponed.