http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/bal-md.taxes28nov28,0,6583640.story
Looks likie Baltimore and Montgomery Counties are going to need some creative accounting skills to make up these losses!
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Hogan Appears Close to Gov Bid
http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/politics/bal-md.hogan28nov28,0,896027.story?track=rss
Ewwww BARF BUS?
http://www.diamondbackonline.com/news/dots-says-vomit-policy-meets-state-standards-1.945741
DOTS says vomit policy meets state standards
But state and union say investigation will continue
"Barf Bus": UMD Drivers Raise Health Concerns Over Drunks On Buses:
http://www.wusa9.com/rss/local_article.aspx?storyid=94121
DOTS says vomit policy meets state standards
But state and union say investigation will continue
"Barf Bus": UMD Drivers Raise Health Concerns Over Drunks On Buses:
http://www.wusa9.com/rss/local_article.aspx?storyid=94121
O'Malley's Cuts Don't Address Entire Budget Situation
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/11/28/community_times/perspectives/opinion/doc4b0c542230ac5677983110.txt
While O’Malley has avoided destructive moves in shrinking the budget, he hasn’t been willing to impose Draconian reductions in anticipation of continuing weak revenue collections.
So Maryland has undergone a modified version of the Chinese water torture: Every few months, the governor announces more spending cuts for state agencies. Drip, drip, drip.
While O’Malley has avoided destructive moves in shrinking the budget, he hasn’t been willing to impose Draconian reductions in anticipation of continuing weak revenue collections.
So Maryland has undergone a modified version of the Chinese water torture: Every few months, the governor announces more spending cuts for state agencies. Drip, drip, drip.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Happy Turkey Day
Despite all of the BS and bad stuff we've been dealing with, we all do have alot to be thankful for. Have a good and safe Thanksgiving.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
O'Malley: Public funds shouldn't be used to buy out Friedgen
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/terps/bal-sp.terpsfoot25nov25,0,5896248.story
Gov. Martin O'Malley waded into a brewing controversy over football coach Ralph Friedgen's contract at the University of Maryland, saying that public money shouldn't be used to buy out his contract if that's what officials in College Park decide to do.
O'Malley declined to define what he meant by "public funds," saying he didn't want to weigh in on a "hypothetical" situation. The university, which receives state funding, also could fund a buyout in the form of a loan from the school's endowment or with private funds. Friedgen earns $2 million annually and has two years remaining.
Gov. Martin O'Malley waded into a brewing controversy over football coach Ralph Friedgen's contract at the University of Maryland, saying that public money shouldn't be used to buy out his contract if that's what officials in College Park decide to do.
O'Malley declined to define what he meant by "public funds," saying he didn't want to weigh in on a "hypothetical" situation. The university, which receives state funding, also could fund a buyout in the form of a loan from the school's endowment or with private funds. Friedgen earns $2 million annually and has two years remaining.
State budget cuts hit health care, roads, counties
http://www.carrollcountytimes.com/articles/2009/11/25/community_times/news/stories/doc4b0c4ac04ae90441770112.txt
The State Highway Administration is to save close to $15 million by reducing costs for mowing, litter pick-up, spraying, maintenance, sweeping, pavement repair, line striping and consultant services.
The State Highway Administration is to save close to $15 million by reducing costs for mowing, litter pick-up, spraying, maintenance, sweeping, pavement repair, line striping and consultant services.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Let's Help If We Can ... OFF TOPIC
http://mddailyrecord.com/2009/11/22/no-recovery-in-sight-for-regions-food-charities/
This is off topic but I feel a worthwhile cause. There are many unemployed people in Maryland who are having a difficult time, some of whom could be our co-workers, family members, etc. As the holidays approach, despite the state of things with our jobs and the budget, let's try to be a little giving towards those who are worse off. There are many canned good and dry foods collections going to be coming out ... give a canned good and help those that are struggling if you can.
This is off topic but I feel a worthwhile cause. There are many unemployed people in Maryland who are having a difficult time, some of whom could be our co-workers, family members, etc. As the holidays approach, despite the state of things with our jobs and the budget, let's try to be a little giving towards those who are worse off. There are many canned good and dry foods collections going to be coming out ... give a canned good and help those that are struggling if you can.
Politics Colors Budget Debate
http://www.hometownannapolis.com/news/gov/2009/11/23-20/Politics-colors-budget-debate.html
But for Del. Steve Schuh, R-Gibson Island, the problem extends beyond a "misleading" slide in a PowerPoint presentation.
For him, the accounting discrepancy demonstrates a dangerous policy decision. By using temporary stimulus dollars to prop up long-term program commitments, Schuh said, the state is continuing to outstrip its means.
"Another option (with the stimulus) would have been to spend it on increasing programs or projects that would have a finite life," he said. "When that money runs out, we are going to be left with an incredibly difficult choice."
But for Del. Steve Schuh, R-Gibson Island, the problem extends beyond a "misleading" slide in a PowerPoint presentation.
For him, the accounting discrepancy demonstrates a dangerous policy decision. By using temporary stimulus dollars to prop up long-term program commitments, Schuh said, the state is continuing to outstrip its means.
"Another option (with the stimulus) would have been to spend it on increasing programs or projects that would have a finite life," he said. "When that money runs out, we are going to be left with an incredibly difficult choice."
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