I guess the good news is, it could have been worse. The City Council Monday night officially set the city’s mil rate for the budget
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Budget Warriors, Party Time And I’ve Got Gas!
Well, it was as hot as a branding iron last night at the City Council. Tom Mulligan, former council member, dubbed the meetings the Monday
Read moreJawboning The Budget, Mayor And Council Reach Compromise, Plus: Here Come Da Judge
The good news is, they’re talking! On the eve of the Bridgeport City Council officially voting on Mayor Bill Finch’s budget, discussions between City Council
Read moreCouncil Takes Budget Action, Restores Some Cuts
How did you spend your Friday night? It was a long one for members of the Bridgeport City Council crunching numbers, weighing options, restoring cuts
Read moreThe Knot Of Layoff Notices, Plus: Voter Reg Surge
Receiving a layoff notice sucks, and it’s especially crushing when Mayor Bill Finch could have been pragmatic presenting his first budget to the City Council
Read more“You’re Mine, I Own You, End Of Story!” Plus: We’re Having A Party …
Power is a delicate thing to balance. Some know how to wield it; some are exceptional at abusing it; still others haven’t a clue. There’s
Read moreWading Through The Budget, Plus: Eze And Sly, And Watch Where You Park!
This is going to be a fun week for water sports on the Bridgeport City Council. Bob Curwen, co-chair of the Budget and Appropriations Committee,
Read moreIs Finch A Grinch, Or Super Storekeeper? Plus: Delegation Says Amann, And Recalling L’Ambiance
So, you’re a seriously ill city employee who’s run out of sick time. Things are bad enough without worrying about losing income, or perhaps the
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