Good police work underscores need to keep our own department
We know. In recent weeks, police officers, firefighters and public employee union members have come under a lot of criticism and outright attack on their collective bargaining rights, salaries, benefits…
Finally, common sense breaks out in a council meeting
The city can now take a collective deep sigh of relief. At a special meeting Wednesday evening, the City Council did the right thing and voted to apply for an…
Taking a state loan is the sensible approach to saving the city
Judging by what we heard at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, it looks like the council may take another vote on whether to apply for an emergency state loan. Let’s hope…
Cure for economy is turning into a race to the bottom
This week, Gov. Rick Snyder released what he calls the “Citizens Guide to Michigan’s Financial Health.” We’re going to bet a lot of folks will pass on reading this one.…
Without any other option to consider, outsourcing is worth a look
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the council directed the city manager to look into the feasibility of outsourcing all city services. On the surface, that sounds like a radical move.…
Time is running out for unions to save their jobs
The City of Port Huron is proposing to eliminate its Police Department and replace it with county sheriffs. The City of Camden, New Jersey is laying off over 300 police…
Vote against loan puts Hamtramck’s future in jeopardy
Irresponsible. Yes, that’s the word to describe the actions of City Councilmembers Tom Jankowski, Kazi Miah, Mohammed Hassan and Cathie Gordon. These four councilmembers voted against having the city apply…
Hamtramck is running out of time for Gov. Snyder to decide
Now that we’re into a new year, city officials should take a step back and make plans for the coming 12 months. On top of that list of things to…
Hamtramck’s financial story is the story of America on the downslide
By now, most of our readers are probably aware that Hamtramck’s financial crisis has made national headlines. The city’s request to go into bankruptcy made it to the pages of…
It’s the holiday season, and it’s a time to reflect and spread cheer
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone. This past year has been a roller-coaster ride for many. Homeowners have been hit with foreclosures and the city is almost bankrupt. The regional…
