There’s Something Else Going On.
While the events of the last few days have been taking up most people's attention - and rightfully so - those of use on...
The Capital Budget Process
Maybe we'll pay more attention to it this year, since the years of warnings we have been giving are finally becoming a problem. ...
Board of Estimates (Preview of Issues to Come) Recap
Mark Clear violates ethics ordinance?, TIF falling out of favor with Madison School District and County (could future TIF districts and expansions . ....
What’s in the Capital Budget Boat Load?
Here's a quick summary of the Capital Budget, with several things the Wisconsin State Journal left out of their summary of the amendments -...
This Year’s (Yet Again Ridiculous) Operating Budget Process
Despite all our talk about how to improve this year's budget process - it seems we have made no progress and seem to be...
Operating Budget Dates
While the Capital Budget is well underway, we haven't even seen the Operating Budget yet. However, so far I have heard $2 bus...
Those 30 cops
Did we need them or not? After sitting in a hot, sweaty, stinky room 260 in the Municipal Building for more than two...
The Budget, Budget, Budget Week Ahead
Not many meetings beyond the three nights of budget . . . Monday, November 10, 20084:00 PM SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND ENERGY COMMITTEE ...
Important Metro Facts. Fares = 2.6% of Budget
Before you buy that the bus fares need to raised to $2, think about the facts below. And, I find it particularly ironic...
$2 Bus Fares for What?
Gas prices, right? Wrong! Here's what increased bus fares would pay for:1. Fifty thousand dollars for reestablishment of the popular “Route 10”...
Capital Budget 2009 – Final
Ok - here's my update. When I'm done, if I have time, I will post my notes on the great (as usual) public...
Capital Budget Items of Interest
The last two evenings we had each of the departments come before the Board of Estimates, with all alders invited and all city committees...