OK, when 4 people send me the same link I am perhaps too pigeonholed. Here is an article from the[…]
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Good first step for the process redesign group
I was not at the meeting, but I have to say I am very pleased with their first action. Link[…]
Read moreCity staff attempting to prevent due diligence?
Twice in the last month I have pursued tax records when I suspected that the city was providing services or[…]
Read moreThis is why taxpayers give developers $20 million every year.
I can’t even begin to express my disgust with these proposed appointments (specifically the process not necessarily the people).
Read moreQ & A: Why so much for the fire department site?
There has been a lot of interest in this topic so I wanted to provide some additional thoughts on this[…]
Read moreMay 16, 2011 City Council Update
Latest update with special guest! This update includes discussion on: Villa / Chateau Road Safety Future Fire Station Location Purchase[…]
Read more$9.00 for a gallon of gasoline…
It’s coming if current trends continue. If the growth in gasoline prices between 1990 and today were to continue we[…]
Read moreQ & A: Do Development Fees cover Costs?
Paid consultant Glenn Dorfman made the claim that developer fees cover the cost of development. As it turns out he[…]
Read moreFederal Budget Compromise and Cities
I am still waiting to see how the budget compromise will affect Rochester, but here is a high level summary[…]
Read moreCities set to get Variance Powers Restored
A recent supreme court decision took away cities ability to do variances. This has caused a number of issues for[…]
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