Elyria in a bind over City Hall bids and union pact
Bay Mechanical and Electrical Corp of Lorain bid the lowest for Elyria City Hall electrical and mechanical work, saving about 600000 on an 8.65 million project. Mayor Bull Crace signed a project labor agreement with unions, forcing nonunion bidders to unionize or be barred, triggering lawsuits and a bidding dilemma for the city.
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Common Pleas
Amy H Johnson Elyria
Greenspan backs private accounts to bolster Social Security
Alan Greenspan urged personal investment accounts in congressional testimony, aligning with Bush's social security push. He argued revenue from investments could fund future liabilities while preserving a safety net, with think tanks backing this reform as a viable, wealth-building option for workers.
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Lorain teacher seeks coaching interview amid hiring turmoil
Lorain Admiral King High School faces criticism as a teacher who applied for the varsity baseball coach post alleges a promised interview never occurred. The letter argues for new leadership, equal opportunity concerns, and asks residents to support a fair selection process.
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Anthony Cassano
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Ray Ebersole
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Vic Furiga
Washington Elementary
Irving Junior High
Lorain Middle School
Lorain City
Buckeye
Joe Torre
Board of Education
Alex Rodriguez
Martinez Seeks Active Role as HUD Secretary in Bush Era
New HUD secretary Melquiades Martinez, a Florida official and Bush ally, promises an active, growth friendly agenda. He supports affordable housing through tax credits, maintains Section contracts, and aims to curb suburban sprawl with smart growth while facing widespread housing needs and long term management reforms.
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Minnesota
Public Strategies Group
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