The Virginian Pilot reported today that the budget deficit for Norfolk for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2008 is expected to be a minimum of $18.6 million. Based on economic forecasts, if the city does not give employees raises, start new programs or fund new projects, it will need to find another $18.6 million … Continue reading Norfolk budget shortfall minimum $18.6 million
Author: Vivian J. Paige
A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!
Wednesday update (01/16): restoration of voting rights
Weekly update of my legislative agenda issue. I was planning to do these updates in the same order that I released the list; however, the Senate Privileges and Elections committee's actions on Tuesday forced me to move it up. There are only two bills on this issue (so far) this session: Senator Yvonne Miller's SJ7 … Continue reading Wednesday update (01/16): restoration of voting rights
It’s back!
American Idol, that is. My winter entertainment. This season's opening show is halfway over as I write this. The first stop on the Idol audition tour is Philadelphia. They have picked up a couple of really good singers. And suffered through some pretty horrible ones. Of course, these early shows are more about the latter … Continue reading It’s back!
So who’s going to win the Super Bowl?
Well, I'll make that pick next week 🙂 In the meantime, let's take a look at this weekend's matchups. On the AFC side, we have the New England Patriots playing at home against the San Diego Chargers. I really had hopes that the Colts were going to be playing in this game, since I think … Continue reading So who’s going to win the Super Bowl?
Think Shannon may be running for AG?
Del. Steve Shannon (D-35) has been rumored to be planning a run for attorney general in 2009. Taking a look at the bills he has introduced, I'd say he's laying the groundwork 😉 Notice his tag cloud? The largest item is crime. Among the bills he has introduced: HB964: Increases penalties for a convicted sexual … Continue reading Think Shannon may be running for AG?
Tuesday update (01/15): Payday lending
Weekly update of my legislative agenda issue. Once again, not much to report except committee assignments. Nearly all of the bills are in the HC&L (House Commerce & Labor) committee or the SC&L (Senate Commerce & Labor) committee. The HC&L committee meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1/2 hour after adjournment, while the SC&L committee meets Mondays, … Continue reading Tuesday update (01/15): Payday lending
Senate P&E Agenda Tuesday: redistricing & voting rights
The Senate P&E committee meets Tuesday afternoon at 4pm On the docket are the following bills (ones included in my legislative agenda are in bold): SB7 - absentee voting for persons with disability or illness (Deeds) SB53 - paper and electronic pollbooks (Whipple) SB62 - voter registration, procedures for applications and receipts (Howell) SB70 - … Continue reading Senate P&E Agenda Tuesday: redistricing & voting rights
What she said
from Assembly Access: Now, Mr. Speaker and ladies and gentlemen of the House, we have a real opportunity and a real privilege. Because during the next 55 days, we can take action on all those problems. Or not. You go, girl 🙂
Bill highlight: Colgan’s SB582 – income tax conformity
Sen. Chuck Colgan (D-29) has proposed SB582, which will roll Virginia's income tax conformity date forward from 12/31/06 to 12/31/07. As I mentioned earlier, I would like to see this bill taken up as soon as possible. (Of course, what I'd really like to see is a bill that simply makes Virginia tax law conform … Continue reading Bill highlight: Colgan’s SB582 – income tax conformity
Watching from the couch
That's where the Cowboys will be next week after losing to the Giants 21-17. 😆 My favorite team? The Washington Redskins and whoever is playing against the Cowboys 😉
VIVIAN J. PAIGE | All Politics is Local 