Bed Bugs!
Just a new fact of life? Or is there something you can do? WARNING: Reading this may make you itch or creep you out!
Volunteers Needed!
For several things I'm involved in, check it out!
It’s Gonna Snow, Really This Time. Watch out for Tickets!
We've dumped gallons of salt brine on streets and it hasn't been needed til today. Watch out for a snow emergency to be called and make sure you park on the correct side of the street!
Wednesday Round Up
Nothing about who is running for governor or which websites went black yesterday here, just local stuff that I can find!
City Attorney Responds to Council Amendments
I think the city attorney concluded that most of the amendments were policy, not legal issues. There are a few notes and comments, but almost all seem ok by him.
City Operating Budget – Part II
Here's what the Board of Estimates will be discussing tonight.
Other Not in the News Round Up
Upcoming events, requests non-profits, neighborhood association news, etc. It's been a while, so my apologies if your events have already gone by and I didn't post them . . .
Surveillance Cameras to protect the Privacy Rights of the Public?
New rules for the use of surveillance cameras by city departments.
Rally Against Overture Privatization
Tonight! 5:30!
This is a slight re-write of an action alert on how you can help. I can hardly wait to see which...
What do the Bus Fare Increases Actually Mean
All the prices are going up, not just the one-ride price. Monthly bus passes would be up to $64. And the low-income price, essentially unaffordable.
MRFY: Doing Great Work Around Homeless Youth
I continue to be surprised by the numbers of homeless people on the streets, hidden all over the city. Perhaps some of the most compelling stories come from the young people - many of them out there on their own. Check this out.
Letter to Paul Soglin’s Assistant
What are you going to do to help the homeless?