News Topic - Michael Bloomberg
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Running On EmptyWith his Wall Street savvy, Mayor Michael Bloomberg now tops the list of experts calling for struggling General Motors to be parked in bankruptcy court for an overhaul instead of letting Uncle Sam pour more billions into the wrecked company...
New York Post – Nov 8, 2008 10:41 AM [GMT] – comment?
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Bag Tax: Mayor Wants Shoppers To Pay For Plastic
With the Big Apple strapped for cash and Mayor Michael Bloomberg looking for ways to penny-pinch – including issuing a mandate that would have grocery stores charges shoppers a fee for using plastic bags – New Yorkers are reacting to the idea that would help save the environment and the ci ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 7, 2008 4:52 PM [GMT] – comment?
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With the Big Apple strapped for cash and Mayor Michael Bloomberg looking for ways to penny-pinch – including issuing a mandate that would have grocery stores charges shoppers a fee for using plastic bags – New Yorkers are reacting to the idea that would help save the environment and the ci ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 7, 2008 4:52 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Bloomberg Explains Rainy-Day Fund, Triborough Renaming Costs
Here are some highlights from Michael Bloomberg’s weekly radio interview with WBAC’s John Gambling this morning.In discussing the fiscal crisis, Bloomberg said the city is obligated to balance its budget each year and cannot hold onto surpluses because it’s prohibited from creat ... more »
The New York Observer – Nov 7, 2008 3:16 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Here are some highlights from Michael Bloomberg’s weekly radio interview with WBAC’s John Gambling this morning.In discussing the fiscal crisis, Bloomberg said the city is obligated to balance its budget each year and cannot hold onto surpluses because it’s prohibited from creat ... more »
The New York Observer – Nov 7, 2008 3:16 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Mourning NYPD officer killed in Afghanistan
Sgt. Deon Lamarr Taylor, the New York City police officer and Army National Guard reservist killed while serving his second tour of duty in Afghanistan, was remembered yesterday by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly as a heroic protector of his family, city and nation.
Newsday.com – Nov 7, 2008 05:00 AM [GMT] – comment?
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Sgt. Deon Lamarr Taylor, the New York City police officer and Army National Guard reservist killed while serving his second tour of duty in Afghanistan, was remembered yesterday by Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly as a heroic protector of his family, city and nation.
Newsday.com – Nov 7, 2008 05:00 AM [GMT] – comment?
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Mayor: Citizens Must Ante Up To Pay NYC Employees
A day after announcing sweeping budget cuts, Mayor Michael Bloomberg isn't mincing words, saying it's only going to get worse before it gets better. In a one-on-one interview with CBS 2 HD the mayor warned of deficits from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and New York State that w ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 11:28 PM [GMT] – comment?
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A day after announcing sweeping budget cuts, Mayor Michael Bloomberg isn't mincing words, saying it's only going to get worse before it gets better. In a one-on-one interview with CBS 2 HD the mayor warned of deficits from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and New York State that w ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 11:28 PM [GMT] – comment?
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NYers None Too Happy About Bloomberg Budget Cuts
Mayor Michael Bloomberg's budget cuts are costing you more than you think. New Yorkers can expect to be hit with tax hikes, job losses, extra charges for the commute, and even a trip to the grocery store.
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 9:30 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Mayor Michael Bloomberg's budget cuts are costing you more than you think. New Yorkers can expect to be hit with tax hikes, job losses, extra charges for the commute, and even a trip to the grocery store.
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 9:30 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Recchia Petitions Against Bloomberg Budget Cut
City Councilman Domenic Recchia, who helped lead Michael Bloomberg's effort to extend term limits, is now organizing to stop the mayor from rescinding the $400 property-tax rebate. read more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 7:52 PM [GMT] – comment?
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City Councilman Domenic Recchia, who helped lead Michael Bloomberg's effort to extend term limits, is now organizing to stop the mayor from rescinding the $400 property-tax rebate. read more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 7:52 PM [GMT] – comment?
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The Fidler Theory of Bloomberg's Homeowner Rebate Cut
Lew Fidler thinks Michael Bloomberg’s plan to rescind the $400 rebate for property owners is bad, politically. Almost suspiciously so.“When I heard about the rebate proposal, I thought he was trying to think he was trying to drive his numbers down so low as to make next year’s e ... more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 6:42 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Lew Fidler thinks Michael Bloomberg’s plan to rescind the $400 rebate for property owners is bad, politically. Almost suspiciously so.“When I heard about the rebate proposal, I thought he was trying to think he was trying to drive his numbers down so low as to make next year’s e ... more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 6:42 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Vallone on Bloomberg Cop Cuts, Criminals, Roaches
In a likely preview of a Democratic line of attack in next year's mayoral election, the chairman of the City Council’s committee on public safety, Peter Vallone Jr., says he's concerned that Michael Bloomberg’s proposal to eliminate the incoming class of po read more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 6:03 PM [GMT] – comment?
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In a likely preview of a Democratic line of attack in next year's mayoral election, the chairman of the City Council’s committee on public safety, Peter Vallone Jr., says he's concerned that Michael Bloomberg’s proposal to eliminate the incoming class of po read more »
The New York Observer – Nov 6, 2008 6:03 PM [GMT] – comment?
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Expert: Bloomberg's Tax Plan Could Be 'Disaster'
These tough economic times have Mayor Michael Bloomberg considering some harsh measures to balance the city budget. One of the most controversial ideas is the repeal of a promised $400 property tax rebate There will be 1,000 fewer police officers to fight crime, yet 200 new traffic agents to slap dr ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 5:06 PM [GMT] – comment?
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These tough economic times have Mayor Michael Bloomberg considering some harsh measures to balance the city budget. One of the most controversial ideas is the repeal of a promised $400 property tax rebate There will be 1,000 fewer police officers to fight crime, yet 200 new traffic agents to slap dr ... more »
wcbstv.com – Nov 6, 2008 5:06 PM [GMT] – comment?
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