Sunday, November 11, 2012

Obamacare won't be repealed. States now must act. - CSMonitor.com

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As House Speaker John Boehner said this week, the presidential election confirms that the Affordable Care Act 'is the law of the land.' But the fight over 'Obamacare' is not over as states decide whether to craft their own insurance exchange program or leave it to Washington.

Click on the following to read all of the story:  Obamacare won't be repealed. States now must act. - CSMonitor.com

BDR articles of the past week which may be of interest

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To read more click on the following:  http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/belvidere-council-recognizes-police-approves-advisory-ballot-questions/

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To read more click on the following:  http://www.belvideredailyrepublican.net/news/belvidere-police-department-awarded-traffic-enforcement-grant/

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Boone County Board member resigns - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star

Jennifer Wheeler

A Boone County Board member resigned after losing his seat in the Nov. 6 election to facilitate a smooth transition between the boards.

Pat Mattison resigned effective Nov. 7 to allow a newly-elected board member to become acquainted with local issues before beginning the term in December.

“I hope this provides whoever is appointed in my place the opportunity to get a head start on getting informed on many issues and to be able to hit the road running in making critical decisions,” Mattison added.

Click on the following for all of the details: Boone County Board member resigns - Rockford, IL - Rockford Register Star

More Changes to Open Meeting Act

 

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Friday, November 9, 2012

Boone County proposes spending $7000-$14,000 for aid in closing its books

In addition to its regular auditing fees to the auditing firm, Boone County is negotiating with another accounting firm to prepare the the closing statements for the auditing firm to begin the audit.  Such closing statements are the responsibility of management.

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Wednesday, November 7, 2012