News Coverage From the CivFed Forum
Sun Gazette – Spending Practices Kelly said the county staff should not add the 37 new staff positions proposed by County Manager Barbara Donnellan and should defer filling positions that have been open for lengthy periods cut bonuses to senior staff, cut aid to the Artisphere art center and stop considering end-of-year surplus funds as a piggy bank for County Board pet projects.
Sun Gazette – Trolley This project is a complete boondoggle,” said Republican Mark Kelly
Clarendon Patch “If you force folks to put all their expenditures online, you’re going to see a lot more responsibility in what they spend money on,” Kelly said. “Looking at specific items, as well as an overall culture of transparency and accountability will help us find savings.”
From the you just can’t make this stuff up file – “Housing 4 Hipsters”
On March 12th, Arlington taxpayers will be pleased to host you at the Housing 4 Hipsters happy hour. Food is free.
Check it out: http://www.arlnow.com/2012/03/05/affordable-housing-tips-at-housing-4-hipsters-event/
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