worst jobless rate was reported in the Rockford area, at 14 percent.
Chicago metropolitan area continued to surge in June, reaching 11.3 percent
Unemployment in Chicago area reaches 11.3 percent :: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES :: Business
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Anthony Dini’s Journal of the month’s happenings at County Board
This should in “no way” be considered an endorsement of Mr. Dini’s views. I just believe that both sides should be presented. I really wish someone for the “other six” also had a newsletter.
The following quotes are taken from Anthony Dini’s July newsletter is available at: http://02ce361.netsolhost.com/images/July_2009.pdf
Below are some notable quotes from Mr. Dini:
Budget: (I voted to NOT reopen
it). The board has a huge task ahead of us to focus on closing the gap
for the 2010 budget. The county is fortunate to have a “nest egg” of
extra money that has been collected in previous taxing years. This
money should be used now to assist during these difficult times, to
ensure no interruption of service to our residents.
The Failed Board Approval of Mr. Mace and Dr. O’Malley: “For … the 6
voting against these appointments (WITH NO VALID ARGUMENT), put your
personal agendas aside, grow up, and do your job!”
Board of Health: “The money paid for alcoholic beverages [by the Search Committee ] was reimbursed to the county by
one of the individuals, ON A VOLUNTARY BASIS.
Please note:
1. The incident in question is over – the money has been paid back.
2. This situation is NOT a violation of the county ethics code.
3. Members of the Board of Health are NOT employees of the county;
they are volunteers that bring a tremendous amount of resources and
knowledge to this board, in an effort to assist our county.”
Chrysler to boost cash-for-clunkers deal | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press
Chrysler will offer up to $4,500 cash or 0% financing for 72 months through GMAC Financial Services on most 2009 model vehicles. These incentives are valid through Aug. 31, 2009.
Click on the following for the rest of the story: Chrysler to boost cash-for-clunkers deal | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press
Daily Herald | Workers sue Home Depot to get overtime
Three former employees - Gary Ottaviano of Far Northwest suburban Marengo, Jenny Macias of Far Southwest suburban Shorewood, and Cruz Plaza of Algonquin were all assistant store managers who Home Depot said were exempt from state overtime laws.
Home Depot's policy, according to the suit, was to fire assistant store managers if they worked less than 11 hours a day. The assistant store managers were also not paid overtime during their training period of two to eight weeks.
Though they were considered managers, the assistant store managers had no power to hire or fire employees, and had no input to staffing.
The suit estimates there are hundreds if not thousands of people who would qualify for the legal class as assistant store managers.
Click on the following for the rest of the story: Daily Herald | Workers sue Home Depot to get overtime
Sen. Burzynski to hold meeting for seniors - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star
special senior citizen town hall meeting from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday at The Keen Age Center, 2141 Henry Luckow Lane.
Sen. Burzynski to hold meeting for seniors - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
In Manhattan, an Increase in Vacant Stores, With More to Come - NYTimes.com
Some of the more desirable shopping districts are littered with empty storefronts. For example, Fifth Avenue between 42nd Street and 49th Street, the stretch just south of Saks Fifth Avenue, has a vacancy rate of 15.3 percent
vacancy rates in Brooklyn and Queens, currently at 7 to 10 percent, will rise to 12 to 15 percent by year’s end. He said some neighborhoods have been ravaged by vacancy rates of 25 to 40 percent.
In Manhattan, an Increase in Vacant Stores, With More to Come - NYTimes.com
Small Boone foundation aims for big philanthropy - - BusinessRockford.com
“Over the next several decades, there will be a tremendous transfer of wealth. We’re establishing a vehicle (by) which people can accomplish philanthropic goals.”said Rob Funderburg
Other founders include longtime Belvidere auto dealer Jack Wolf, attorneys Kurt Tobin and Richard Van Evera, and former Alpine Bank executives Jim Cox and John Crone.
Small Boone foundation aims for big philanthropy - - BusinessRockford.com
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