A state senator who is leading the effort to protect billions in redevelopment subsidies may have more than just a passing interest in the issue. The Los Angeles Times reports that the wife of pro-redevelopment Sen. Bob Huff is a paid consultant for a company that benefits handsomely from redevelopment subsidies.
Authors:
...In an effort to support cancer victims and survivors, three pink fire trucks rolled into Kern County last weekend to support Links for Life. It's part of a cross-country cancer awareness tour.
Authors:
...State and local pension systems are facing a long-term funding issue, but are not in “crisis”, according to a report on public radio’s Marketplace. The report also suggests concerns about recruitment if pensions are wiped out.
Authors:
...Pension costs for the state of California will go down by nearly $200 million in the coming year, thanks to state workers. CalPERS reports that new collective bargaining agreements are already helping to rein in retirement costs.
Authors:
...California's public workers and retirees are hitting the road to stand up for the secure retirement they have earned. Speaking at separate events in San Diego and Riverside, CPF members joined teachers, police officers, bus drivers and other public workers to fight back against Wisconsin-style attacks on their pensions and bargaining rights.
Au...