Heretick on transportation plan

Steve Heretick, the Democratic candidate in the 13th Senate district, issued a statement this afternoon in response to the Republican press conference on the transportation plan. "Transportation funding requires steady, reliable funding sources," Councilman Heretick said. "After years of failing to provide real leadership on this issue, and to afford our region a real plan … Continue reading Heretick on transportation plan

Gotta love it

The Washington Post has an article on the GOP's plan to overturn the abuser fees. The money quote: "We lost the confidence of the people on this issue, and we need to fix it," [Virginia Beach State Senator Ken] Stolle said. I'd agree with that statement 😉 But the GOP proposal falls short of getting … Continue reading Gotta love it

A look at the revenue shortfall

With Monday's presentation to the money committees of the General Assembly, we now know that FY 2007 revenues were $234 million short and estimated revenues for FY 2008 will be $407 million less than previously forecasted. The Governor's remarks to the committee did not include all of the details. That task was left to Secretary … Continue reading A look at the revenue shortfall