Where County Housing Decisions Get Made
Ugh, the little bit of money that the county does get for housing is determined by CDBG and HOME regulations where HUD requires plans and public input, but I bet you (unless you are a long time housing advocate) have never heard of it. Well, the "public hearing" was last night. I just noticed it yesterday when I was doing the week ahead and then couldn't find the plan that we were supposed to comment on. Sigh. And based on Supervisor Wegleitner's comments, I'm sure they are glad I didn't find it sooner.
End of the Third Week in May, We are Busy Bees, Cross-Pollinating.
This past week was another full one. I was very grateful for the grey and cold days at the earlier part of the week,...
Hulsey Caught Lying about Tammy Baldwin Endorsement
Props to Badger Herald columnist Sam Stevenson for investigating this issue.
On a recent Forward Lookout comment, Stevenson indicated that he had been inquiring with...
Reviewing Sheriff Mahoney’s Campaign Finance Reports
I took a look at the endorsement list and was surprised, found out some folks were improperly listed and so I thought I'd look at the campaign finance reports, because support there is unmistakable. And of course, I found more interesting stuff that I expected. And I'm wondering, do these folks all support his ICE policies? Many of the names, of course, are the same.
My Impressions of the Neighborhood Meeting on a Day Center (Updated!)
It wasn't one of a neighborhood up in arms about all kinds of NIMBY issues - they just wanted what most of us want - information and to be treated with respect. And based on their vote at the end of the meeting . . . I think many are comfortable with this happening in the neighborhood - but think it is not the best option. And they learned of another option.
County Week Ahead
BUDGET!
Board of Estimates Recap
Why we do so many reclasses, a new Finance Director and Overture employee payouts for sick leave . . . with bk comments.
Mayor, Economic Development Committee and Development Process
The Mayor visited the Economic Development Committee yesterday to talk about his State of the City Address and his charge to the committee to look at the development review process. He answered questions and they discussed how they would get this done by Labor Day. [With BK comments]
Can they really hold Senators in Contempt?
Here's a legal opinion saying why they can't . . .
Jim Carrier: Is Rhythm & Booms Worth the Cost?
This was in the Cap Times yesterday, but is worth repeating.
I hate this last minute slimy campaign crap . . .
Seriously! When overly exuberant kids on campus do this crap its one thing you might overlook, when people who have been around politics for...
1st Substantive City Police Policy Review Meeting
I hope I don't have to eat my words, but this committee looks promising! They are going to be discussing what their priorities and workplan should look like for the next year at their next meeting, so mark you calendars now if this issue is important to you! They meet 1st Thursday of the month at 5:30.