Citizen fiscal watchdog John Marshall Lee Monday night addressed the City Council asking “Will you provide your constituents with one or two explanations why you
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Ganim: City Showing Surplus, ‘Moving In The Right Direction Financially’
Mayor Joe Ganim announced on Friday the $20 million municipal deficit inherited from predecessor Bill Finch has been erased for the budget year that ended
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City Financial Position Improves, But Questions Linger
From Brian Lockhart, CT Post: The city has eliminated most of the $20 million budget deficit, if not the entire thing. 0
Read moreWhen Municipal Lunacy Beckons
While some may be tempted to chug a pint or two (or three) of Guinness upon reviewing a tax hike, OIB friend Pete Spain’s frustration
Read moreHammers Supports Property Tax Cap, Financial Oversight Board For City
Republican State Senate candidate Elaine Hammers announced on Thursday if elected she will introduce legislation requiring municipalities to adhere to a property tax cap. She
Read moreWho’s Speaking For The Kids?
One month into the new school year, citizen fiscal watchdog John Marshall Lee addressed the city council Monday night asserting a call to action, “Where
Read moreShow Me The Money???!!!
Financial watchdog John Marshal Lee reports on the Community March in Solidarity With Our Police Department held Saturday, and questions the absence of support for
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