City fiscal examiner John Marshall Lee Tuesday night encouraged City Council members to step up their watchdog roles in the city budget process. From Lee:
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Balletto’s Ballet–Testa Fundraiser Hauls in $43K, $10K Donated To State Party
When Bridgeport Democratic Town Chair Mario Testa hosted a fundraiser in November at his Madison Avenue restaurant it was billed as a general election rally
Read moreBalancing Police Overtime Bucks
It’s the brutal reality of police department finances: keep overtime down. Well, until a major crime event occurs and city leaders must balance public outcry
Read moreA City, A State, A Nation Face Financial Challenges
Nearly six months into the budget year, citizen financial scrutineer John Marshall Lee asked the City Council a series of questions to consider Monday night.
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During the 2015 comeback campaign Joe Ganim rolled on a deodorant to mask a past that had forced him from office in 2003: public support from
Read moreAway, But Still In Touch Fiscally
Citizen fiscal watchdog John Marshall Lee could not attend the speaking portion of the City Council meeting Monday night where he is a regular voice.
Read morePromoting Transparency, Ganim Unveils Financial Website, Lembo: Public Can Dive Into Data
Piggybacking a state online financial portal, Mayor Joe Ganim on Thursday introduced Open Budget that provides insight into city financial information including revenues and expenditures and
Read moreBudget-stressed City Seeks Financial Guidance
Mayor Joe Ganim is implementing a suggestion by State Rep. Steve Stafstrom to create a financial task force to serve as an adviser for long-term fiscal
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