02-18-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City forced to scale down nonprofit funding - Local organizations have asked for 70% more money than is available, officials say."
02-16-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City could lose millions in unpaid redevelopment funds - But staffers say future remains murky as lawmakers try to restore funding."
02-16-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City's portfolio value down $2 million - The second quarter drop is caused by low interest rates."
02-02-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Local redevelopment agencies begin their wind down - Officials navigate uncharted waters as they put agencies out of business."
01-26-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City asks for $70M to cover leftover redevelopment costs - Finalizing redevelopment obligations will cost about $70 million."
01-20-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Residents vent over water rates - Proposed increases are needed for improvements, officials say."
01-11-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells and Brittany Levine, "Glendale officials to host meetings on proposed water rate changes"
01-08-12, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, Maria Hsin and Brittany Levine, "Cities seek clarity on redevelopment ruling - Officials try to assess damage as 80 jobs hang in the balance."
12-30-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, Maria Hsin and Brittany Levine, "Cities grapple with redevelopment decision - Court's agreement that state can end redevelopment agencies throws several local projects up in the air."
12-30-11, Article in the Los Angeles Times by Maura Dolan, Jessica Garrison and Anthony York, "California high court puts redevelopment agencies out of business - More than 400 agencies will close after Feb. 1."
12-29-11, "California’s Redevelopment Nightmare Coming To An End - California Supreme Court Upholds Law Abolishing Redevelopment Agencies"
12-06-11, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Harry Zavos of Glendale, "Redirected funds would cover water-rate hike"
12-01-11, Rafi Manoukian and Harry Zavos explain how raising Glendale water rates can be avoided!
12-01-11, Proposal by Rafi Manoukian to return illegally transferred funds back from General Fund to GWP rejected
11-30-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Water rates could be divided into multiple tiers - Instead of the current flat per-gallon usage rate, proposed plan would use series of tiers."
11-29-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Council to rule on water rate increases - Plan suggests hikes through 2015 to keep Glendale Water & Power afloat."
11-29-11, Final Report by Willdan Financial Services, "Glendale Water & Power Water Rate Redesign"
11-28-11, Glendale City Council to RAISE Water Rates in SPECIAL early morning meeting!
11-25-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City tries to collect $1.6M from delinquent residents - Glendale official calls the system 'haphazard.'"
11-20-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Glendale City Council rejects parcel tax for libraries - Members' 3-2 vote against paying for survey means the issue won't go to voters."
11-19-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City's portfolio value shrinks - Council members call for review."
11-19-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City ducks under its budget marks - Austerity pays off for last fiscal year; jury still out on how current year will fare."
09-27-11, Video: "According to Harry Zavos, Glendale Electric Rate Increases Require 2/3 Public Vote Approval"
10-05-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Water rates may trickle upward"
09-14-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Utility considers another water rate hike - Glendale Water & Power is looking at small increase for regular users, large increase for excessive users"
08-31-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Amid redevelopment cuts, council ponders increasing their pay - Move would be reaction to loss of income resulting from a drop in the city's population."
08-23-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City's portfolio shortchanged by low interest, weak economy - The rate of return and continuing weak economy have reduced the value of the city's investments, treasurer says."
08-23-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Glendale appeals redevelopment payout amid legal challenge"
08-18-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "City union agrees to contract - The concessions will help close an $18-million budget shortfall."
08-07-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Brittany Levine, "Council pay exceeds state guidelines - Amount paid for redevelopment agency role is being reviewed by city."
07-19-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Police union agrees to cut pay, contribute more to retirement - The officers will take a pay cut and contribute more to retirement, saving the city $2.21 million."
07-08-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Want to play bingo? Adopt a pet? It'll cost you - It's going to cost more to license Fido, as new revenue is sought."
07-05-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Gary Huerta, "Unclassified Info: Paying extra for a brand name"
06-29-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council approves layoffs, cuts to balance budget - Balance is achieved through cuts, layoffs and fee increases for public services."
06-29-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Deukmejian among budget casualties - Naturalists will no longer greet visitors ats the popular wilderness park."
06-29-11, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Lisa Charles of Glendale, "Council spends, spends, spends"
06-27-11, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Harry Zavos of Glendale, "Council undermines respect for law"
06-28-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Managers pay up to help balance budget - Glendale leaders agree to pay higher health-care, pension costs to balance budget."
06-24-11, Bruce Philpott reveals what Glendale Fire Chief Harold Scoggins did NOT tell the Glendale City Council
06-23-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Public shrugs at budget cuts - Plans to shore up the $18-million gap include city employee concessions and reductions in park services."
06-18-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Nearly 30% of city employees make at least $100K"
06-18-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Proposed city budget includes layoffs"
06-17-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Rose float on the chopping block"
06-11-11, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "It's time to take on the unions"
05-27-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Fire Dept. plan would save city $2.5M - Proposed changes in the face of budget cuts include shifting EMTs' role in the department."
05-27-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Police propose eliminating youth programs, officers to balance budget - Elimination of youth programs and two officer positions would save nearly $370,000."
05-13-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Libraries could shoulder brunt of budget cuts - Suggested moves to balance the budget include closing Casa Verdugo branch, converting Chevy Chase."
05-11-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Bill Kisliuk, "Consultants suggest fee hikes to close deficit - Council will mull recommendations to add a variety of charges to close budget deficit."
05-07-11, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "City needs to retire its utility crutch"
05-06-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council targets electricity funds - City is exploring a plan to transfer money from Glendale utility to the General Fund."
04-26-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council works to eliminate $18M shortfall - Several services are in jeopardy as city looks to eliminate $18M shortfall."
04-21-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City's budget gap much wider than expected - The budget process is complicated by reduced revenue and rising pension and healthcare costs."
04-18-11, Video: “Rafi Manoukian States His Objectives as Newly Elected Glendale City Councilman”
03-22-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Increased employee healthcare costs set to expand deficit"
03-22-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City rejects audit commissioner's request for financial reports - Additional financial reports beyond the scope of commission's authority."
03-16-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Bill Kisliuk, "City makes next move in high-stakes game - More than $32 million is transferred from redevelopment agency to city coffers."
03-01-11, Article by Herbert Molano, “Electric Utility Cost Comparison”, published in March/April 2011 issue of Business Life.
02-15-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Investment earnings keep falling - City officials predict that this year's revenues will be about $3.5M lower than expected."
02-05-11, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Glendale braces for pension bill to balloon"
01-14-11, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Harry Zavos of Glendale, "City lagging in explaining transfer"
12-16-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Budget woes linger into 2011 - Officials hold off on more cuts to public services until an assessment of tax revenues."
12-04-10, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "There's always room for transparency"
12-02-10, Message from Barry Allen to Melanie Hicken Regarding Her Glendale Performance Bonuses Article
12-02-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Roughly $1M in bonuses to city execs in 8 years - No bonuses have been paid out since 2008 amid budget deficits."
11-29-10, Al Hofmann Contends that Annual Transfers to the General Fund are Irresponsible
11-27-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "New pipeline pricier than expected - Council approves $4.3-million contract for major repair at reservoir."
11-16-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Treasurer wants more investment flexibility - Borucki says city's policy is too restrictive amid PERS requirements."
11-09-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Pension costs sting budget - City officials forecast millions more in shortfalls, largely due to high retirement tabs."
11-09-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Recruits set to replace retiring firefighters - Battalion Chief Corey Creasey and Fire Engineer John Deneen are calling it a career."
11/08/10, “MORE SENSE OF ENTITLEMENT” by Mike Mohill
11-06-10, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Employees' contract looks like a fair shake"
11-03-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City employees forced to take pay cuts - Council imposes a contract similar to one that was overwhelmingly rejected by union."
11-02-10, Video: “Harry Zavos Questions the Legality of GWP Transfers of Water Fees to the General Fund ”
11-02-10, Video: “Bob Getz Talks to the Glendale City Council About Proposed Water Rate Increases”
09-18-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Employee union votes down deal - City workers reject proposed contract — deemed a final offer by officials — by a wide margin."
09-16-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jeff Gottlieb, Ruben Vives and Richard Winton, "California prosecutors accuse Bell leaders of plotting to enrich themselves"
09-06-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Bill Kisliuk, "Gatto hopes for pension reform - Assemblyman to hold meeting next month to outline measures which will protect cities."
08-24-10, Video: “Laura Friedman on Business taxes”
08-18-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City portfolio dips again - Low interest rates continue to keep earnings from investments low."
08-08-10, What is the Intent of State Controller John Chiang Regarding the Posting of City Salary Information?
08-08-10, Harry Zavos’ Unpublished Letter to the GNP Regarding Legality of GWP Transfers of Water Fees to the General Fund
08-07-10, Message from Hal Weber to Glendale City Council Members Regarding “Salary Information Subterfuge”
08-07-10, Herbert Molano Addresses the Deceptive Salary Transparency of the City of Glendale
08-06-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Salaries get prime online placement - Bell scandal leads city officials to add a link on website's home page."
08-05-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Utility: Rate hikes aren't enough - Water officials say even with the unpopular proposed increase, they're still short."
08-04-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City execs agree to concede - Top-level employees agree to pay higher costs for health care, retirement."
08-03-10, Bruce Philpott Comments on Glendale’s Policy of Labeling “Borrowed Money” as “Income”
08-03-10, Herbert Molano Reflects on the Coverage of Glendale Financial Issues by the Glendale News-Press
08-02-10, Al Hofmann Wonders if the “Gadflies” Really Misrepresented Glendale’s Pension Facts
08-01-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Catherine Saillant, Los Angeles Times, "Other cities stuck with the tab for Bell officials' massive pensions"
07-28-10, Bruce Philpott Regarding Glendale City Manager Starbird and Randy Adams’ Pension
07-28-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Bill Kisliuk, "Glendale seeking to block Adams' pension benefits - City will be on the hook for $500,000 to $600,000, according to CalPERS."
07-23-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Glendale won't pick up Adams' pension - Money for former police chief would be paid by the city of Bell, whose residents are incensed over record-high salaries."
07-16-10, Sue Sarkis Reminds Us of the History of Civil Service Employee Retirement Packages
07-15-10, Greg Wilkinson Finds Hal Weber’s Pension Formula "A Breath of Fresh Air"
07-14-10, Mike Mohill Responds to Hal Weber’s Pension Comments
07-14-10, Hal Weber Responds to Mike Mohill’s “Glendale Pension Plan” Proposal
07-13-10, City Council Meeting, Oral Communications, Mike Mohill, “Glendale Pension Plan”
07-05-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Utility's bond rating may drop - Agency warns that Glendale Water & Power is losing too much revenue."
07-03-10, Hal Weber Comments on Fitch Downgrade of GWP 2008 Water Revenue Bonds from Stable to Negative!
07-03-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Contract talks stalled, police say - Union officials say their proposal would save $4M, but city says figure is more like $1.1M."
06-30-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Firefighters agree to concessions - Tentative contract, which sets up $3M in savings, is expected to be approved next week."
06-28-10, E-Mail from Herbert Molano to Glendale City Council Members Laura Friedman and John Drayman, “CPI and labor negotiations”
06-26-10, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Losses could have been worse"
06-24-10, Herbert Molano on Vanguardians, The Thompsons, and the final budget approval session
06-17-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Trash rates about to rise - Cost for single-family homes will increase about 53 cents a month."
06-16-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City to transfer reserve funds - Millions are needed to help balance the liability insurance fund."
06-09-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council banking on police union - City budget is relying on concessions from officers association regarding scheduled pay increase."
06-08-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City in a fix over health care - Rising costs for employees create another budget problem for council."
06-07-10, Greg Wilkinson’s Reaction to Herbert Molano’s “Sinister Move?” Message to the Glendale City Council
06-07-10, Herbert Molano Regarding the Timing of Public Employee Benefits Introduction - Sinister Move?
06-05-10, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Fiscal taboo has its place"
06-03-10, Alert by Hal Weber to Those Interested in Glendale’s Financial Situation”
06-02-10, Mike Mohill’s Suggestion to the Glendale City Council, “BUDGETING: KEEP IT SIMPLE!”
06-03-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council may tap reserve - Move is seen as a last resort, but $35-million shortfall might force transfer."
06-02-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City budget is still $3.6 million behind - Officials hope hiring freeze of more than 80 positions will bring a surplus."
05-23-10, Message from Al Hofmann to the City Council Regarding “Pensions Received in 2009 by Retired Glendale Employees”
05-23-10, Answers to Richard Dickinson’s Questions Regarding “Pensions Received in 2009 by Retired Glendale Employees”
05-23-10, Sue Sarkis Comments on “Pensions Received in 2009 by Retired Glendale Employees”
05-23-10, Richard Dickinson Responds to “Pensions Received in 2009 by Retired Glendale Employees”
05-20-10, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by GREG HISCOTT of Glendale, "Let’s merge cities into Bur-glen-dena".
05-11-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City counts on $3M in cuts - Budget that’s being turned in will assume concessions from employees."
05-10-10, Message from Sara Connors to Hal Weber, “Council Pay”
05-07-10, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by HARRY ZAVOS of Glendale, "Financial warnings to city were ignored"
05-06-10, “Greek crisis now, Spain crisis next, Glendale crisis tomorrow” by Herbert Molano
05-06-10, “Recession? Not according to Glendale executive pay trends” by Herbert Molano
05-03-10, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Bill Case of La Crescenta, "Taxpayers on the hook for pensions"
04-28-10, Harry Zavos Comments on Glendale’s Pension Commitments
04-27-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City looks for budget boost - Bus, trash service are among areas that might see rising fees."
04-25-10, Response by Bruce Philpott to GNP Article and Molano's Commentary Regarding Glendale Pensions
04-25-10, Hal Weber Comments on the Responsibility of Glendale City Council Members for Retirement Obligations
04-24-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Pensions:City can’t keep up with cost - Glendale is being forced to contribute more to CalPERS than it can afford."
04-21-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Funds come up light - Improvements to the city's infrastructure will be difficult to pay for this year, as the $5 million available is about $15 million less than normal."
03-31-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City prepares for cuts - Officials hope unions will help lessen the effect on services."
03-30-10, Herbert Molano's PowerPoint Presentation During Budget Study Session #1 Regarding Glendale's Unsustainable Pension Burden
03-30-10, Power Point Slides shown by Director of Finance Bob Elliot during Budget Study Session 1, Fiscal Year 2010-2011
03-28-10, Vanguard News Service Article, “MILLIONS IN GLENDALE PENSIONS - THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG”
02-18-10, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Less development hurting city budget - Officials hope hiring freeze will maintain finances through the year."
02-16-10, Elliot and Starbird Spin Current Budget Numbers at City Council Meeting!
02-13-10, Hal Weber Comments on the Glendale Projected Revenue Shortfall for Fiscal Year 2009-2010
December 2009/January 2010, Business Life article by John Krikorian, "CalPERS Reform Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena"
12-23-09, Column in the Glendale News-Press by Michael Teahan of Glendale, "Tropico Perspective: Names don’t need to be named"
12-21-09, Message from Hal Weber Regarding Glendale’s Unjustifiable Pension Contracts
11-12-09, Retirement Benefits Between a Typical Private Sector Worker and a Policeman or Fireman
11-11-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City happy with budget position - A $4-million surplus from last year gives Glendale a boost in difficult times."
09-05-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Elected officials aren’t paid fairly"
08-27-09, Article in the July/August 2009 Business Life by John Krikorian, "California “Retired” Government Workers in Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena Receive Pensions in Excess of --- $10,704,908 Annually"
08-25-09, Marlene Walker Adds Her Comments Regarding the Memorandum of Understanding with the Glendale City Employees’ Association
08-21-09, Herbert Molano’s Solution to Laura Friedman's Council Member Expenses
08-18-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Official: Game is protecting what cities have - Low interest rates have hurt investments, but $12.4 million was generated."
08-11-09, Mike Mohill Comments on the Memorandum of Understanding with the Glendale City Employees' Association
08-11-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council likely to OK contract - City employees union narrowly approved the pact, which doesn’t include pay raises."
08-11-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Police, fire officials expecting $2.7M - Council is likely to accept federal funding that will go toward training, new equipment."
08-05-09, Mike Mohill Provides “A Short History of Water Rates for the City of Glendale”
07-31-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Budget could cut 3 police officers - They may be assigned to other department jobs if they’re laid off, police chief says."
07-31-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Smart grid not a smart buy for city"
07-25-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Police cut 24-hour lobby hours in half - Budget constraints and an increase of emergency calls are the leading factors for the reduction."
07-24-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press POLITICAL LANDSCAPE: Public employees decry budget. - (Regarding California's tentative budget, Glendale City Manager Jim Starbird says, "This budget is irresponsible")
07-23-09, Full Content of Richard Dickinson’s Community Commentary, “ ‘Gadflies’ bring abundance of knowledge”, 07-22-09
07-22-09, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Richard Dickinson of Glendale, "‘Gadflies’ bring abundance of knowledge"
07-22-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Zain Shauk, "Cities bash budget plan - Glendale and Burbank officials come out against state’s plan to take from cities."
07-22-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Smart grid gets council approval - Glendale Water & Power official calls it the largest project utility will handle in the next two years."
07-21-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Union split on new merger - Council says city employee group’s interest in larger union has affected contract talks."
07-20-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Employees union votes ‘no’ on deal - City is now forced to negotiate a new contract with association or declare an impasse."
07-14-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Frank W. Marino of Glendale, "Employment argument wrong"
07-13-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Stanton J. Price of Glendale, "Gadflies provide an important service"
07-10-09, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "City merits much of the blame for the budget"
07-10-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Nicholas Digiovaannni of La Crescenta, "Official has scary thoughts on jail"
07-09-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Police try to create more revenue - Department hopes options, which include charging for booking fees, will stave off cuts."
07-05-09, Bruce Philpott Comments on Volunteer Firefighters
07-03-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Greg Hanoian of Glendale, "Fire critics should get facts right"
06-29-09, Herbert Molano Comments on the Bottom Line of Policing
06-27-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Pay raises will come at a cost"
06-26-09, Bruce Philpott Responds to Maria Smart’s GNP Letter, “Editors wrong to admonish police”
06-26-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Maria Smart of La Crescenta, "Editors wrong to admonish police"
06-24-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Budget puts police on chopping block - Three officers are likely to be laid off under milestone budget approved Tuesday night."
06-24-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Police officers deserve their raise"
06-23-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jon Haber, "Agency looks to protect money - City Council’s branch devoted to redevelopment issues may join anti-state effort."
06-22-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Samuel Browne of Glendale, "Man’s crusade wasn’t worth it"
06-21-09, Special Edition of the Vanguard Weekly News Regarding the Proposed 2009-2010 Glendale City Budget
06-20-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Union must ease its stance"
06-19-09, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "Has spending improved quality of life?"
06-18-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by David S. Brown of Glendale, "Citizens should chip in to cover budget"
06-18-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City wants legal expenses repaid - City can get only $29,000 of the $677,000 spent to fight critic’s lawsuit, attorney says."
06-17-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Critic has case dropped - State Supreme Court won’t hear Herbert Molano’s appeal in suit against city."
06-17-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City proposes deep cuts - Elimination of 23 vacant positions, continuing hiring freeze are among recommendations."
06-17-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council, police hit an impasse - City officials mull over the unpopular possibility of reducing public safety funding."
06-16-09, Letters in the Glendale News-Press: 1. "Union needs lesson in shared sacrifice" by John Steele of Glendale, and 2. "Disappointed with the police union" by Gerry Rankin of Glendale
06-13-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Police union won’t budge - E-mail says officers will not forgo a 6% raise despite pleas from council about budget shortfall."
06-13-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "City’s budget gap compared to others’ - Strategies for deficits have included freezing positions and reserves, cities say."
06-08-09, “Those Pesky Gadflies” by Albert Hofmann
06-07-09, Article by Herbert Molano in the Vanguard Weekly News, “DOUBLE BUBBLE TOIL AND TROUBLE - A NEW SHAKESPEAREAN TRAGEDY”
06-04-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Civic Auditorium’s new rates agree with budgets - Groups are attracted to lower costs in tight economy, parks officials say."
06-04-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Rich Jessup of Glendale, "Citizen volunteers should help budget"
06-03-09, Hal Weber Responds to Becker Danson Regarding Pensions
06-03-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Becker Danson of Glendale, "Private employees merit same benefits"
06-03-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Budgeting process won’t wait - City officials say they’ll have to make decisions even if police negotiations aren’t finished then."
06-03-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Fire officials get funds for plan - Department slated to get money for five-year plan that would bolster future programs."
06-02-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by FROM THE MARGINS columnist Patrick Azadian, "Police need to reject raises"
05-30-09, Hal Weber Comments on Closed Door Salary Negotiations
05-30-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Fool them twice, shame on whom?"
05-29-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Hal Weber of Glendale, "Some city salaries are outrageous"
05-28-09, Bruce Philpott Comments on the Support for Assembly Bill AB 155 by Paul Krekorian and the Fire Fighters’ Unions
05-28-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Home fees supported - City shows warmth toward plan that would double fees for owners of illegal structures."
05-27-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "STAR on police chopping block - Program is one of several that could be cut to help the $9.7-million deficit in Glendale."
05-27-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Projects will be paid for by bond proceeds - Adult Recreation Center, library and community pool are among major improvements."
05-27-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Park ranger role to shift - President of association disputes plan that gives enforcement duties to police."
05-26-09, E-Mail from Greg Wilkinson to Hal Weber Regarding GNP Columnist Patrick Azadian’s Column
05-26-09, E-Mail from Hal Weber to Glendale News-Press Columnist Patrick Azadian Regarding the Glendale Budget Issue
05-25-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Harriett L. Pease of Glendale, "Retirement money doesn’t add up"
05-24-09, Response by Bruce Philpott to Hal Weber’s “The Tip of the Budget Iceberg”
05-24-09, Commentary by Herbert Molano in the Vanguard Weekly News, “Budget Woes Expose the Glendale Police Officers Association Brotherhood”
05-23-09, “The Tip of the Budget Iceberg”, by Hal Weber
05-23-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Brace for big budget impact" (Scroll down below "Caution makes sense, to a point"; The Online version of the Glendale News-Press did not cosider this editorial important enough to post it on its own merit)
05-23-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Council pressures police assn. to skip raises - Some want to wait on making cuts until the officers union makes a decision on issue."
05-22-09, E-Mail from Hal Weber to Councilmember Laura Friedman Regarding Herbert Molano’s Suggestion for Balancing the Budget
05-22-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Cuts to police, hours mulled - Council members urge police to skip pay raises for two years. Furloughs are also discussed."
05-21-09, City Council Budget Study Speech by Herbert Molano, "Creating a fair and prudent budget for Glendale"
05-21-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Fire chief adjusts staff for deficit - Non-sworn, trained officers could ride one ambulance a day for less serious emergency calls."
05-19-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Safety budget up for review - Delivery models for emergency medical services are part of Fire Department’s new proposal."
05-19-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Melanie Hicken, "Commissions say fundraising is key - They say budget cuts won’t hurt because of their cost-effective spending habits."
05-16-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "A political pigeonhole"
05-13-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Laura Drdek, "All city departments face cutbacks - With $3M added to expected shortfall, officials examine where money can be saved."
05-13-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Laura Drdek, "Pool, library improvements to get bond funds - The $20 million would not affect Glendale’s general fund, according to city official."
05-11-09, Herbert Molano Responds to Michael Morgan’s Community Commentary, “Critic from afar keeps singing same tune”
05-11-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Laura Drdek, "City sets its eye on budget - Six study sessions in the next two weeks will focus on ways to make up for massive shortfall."
05-10-09, Commentary by Herbert Molano in the Vanguard Weekly News, “When A Pension System Stinks Of Abuse”
05-09-09, Letters in the Glendale News-Press: 1. "Vicious circle includes water" by Mike Mohill of Glendale, and 2. "Some ideas to cure state budget woes" by Bob New of Glendale
05-09-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press Community Commentary by Michael Morgan of Glendale, "Critic from afar keeps singing same tune"
05-04-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press Community Commentary by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "Salaries merit discussion"
04-29-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Mandatory water cutbacks advance - Residents who say they’ve been conserving for years call proposed regulations unfair."
04-29-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Laura Drdek, "Budget gap is $6.9M - Council and city manager say layoffs won’t be among strategies to save money."
04-28-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Fight against budget begins - Several aspects of city business are under scrutiny as officials look to start trimming."
04-27-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Talk of cuts set to start - Council will begin Tuesday to outline the framework of $7M in slashes to the city budget."
04-27-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Packed agenda greets council - First meeting with new mayor and councilwoman features a bevy of big projects."
04-26-09, Marlene Walker Offers a Budget Tip to Mayor Quintero!
04-25-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Open budget season is here"
04-23-09, Comments by Bruce Philpott Regarding Excessive Overtime in the Los Angeles and Glendale Fire Departments
04-23-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Tech leader hired - City manager, mayor call executive from New York an ‘excellent choice.’"
04-21-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Utility backs tighter laws - Water and power commission supports new measures to enforce less usage in city."
04-16-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Council says yes to $40M - Money will be invested in state fund after safety assurances from treasurer."
04-13-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Treasurer seeks higher yield on $40 million - He hopes to revive the Financing Authority, which helped pay for new Police Station."
04-09-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press Community Commentary by Chris Stavros of San Pedro, "Pay raises helped keep firefighters"
04-07-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Utility defends rate structure - Disconnected service because of delinquent accounts is still rare, company says."
04-06-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Utility: We help clients - Glendale Water & Power wants to stop critics with annual report on assistance funding."
04-06-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press, "CITY TREASURER: RON BORUCKI - What investment strategy do you intend to follow through these turbulent financial times?"
04-06-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press, "CITY TREASURER: RAFI MANOUKIAN - What investment strategy do you intend to follow through these turbulent financial times?"
04-05-09, Barry Allen’s Comments in the Vanguard Weekly News on Glendale’s Finances and the 2009 City Council Election
04-03-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Don Meredith of Glendora, "Firefighters more than their earn salaries"
04-01-09, Article in the Sunroom Desk - A Glendale, California Outlook Web Site, "Glendale Firefighters Launch Defensive Strike in Government Pay Proxy War"
04-01-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Fire dept. critics rebuked - Council defends pay rates of firefighters, who will go without millions in raises."
03-29-09, Commentary by Herbert Molano in the Vanguard Weekly News: FIREFIGHTERS FOR A BETTER (AND RICHER) GOVERNMENT (COMPENSATION)
03-27-09, Richard Dickinson’s Response to Dave Weaver’s Glendale News-Press Community Commentary, “Claims of bloated salaries have no merit”
03-27-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Union declines pay raise - City Council expected to ratify firefighters’ pledge to do without cost- of-living increases."
03-25-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press Community Commentary by City Councilman Dave Weaver, "Claims of bloated salaries have no merit"
03-21-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Mike De Santis of Montrose, "Recession is not the time for tennis"
03-16-09, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Zain Shauk, "High bills cause protest - Residents complain money goes to employees high salaries. Manager says rates are low."
03-15-09, CBS2/KCAL9 Video, "Glendale Residents Protest High Utility Bills"
03-14-09, “Sustainable Glendale”, a New Website Devoted to Glendale Financial Issues
03-12-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Demotion OK’d to save new hires - To save on training costs, managers may now relocate workers instead of firing them."
03-10-09, Richard Dickinson’s Presentation to the Glendale City Council Regarding the City Budget
03-08-09, Mail from Mike Mohill to Barry Allen Regarding City Employee Salaries
03-08-09, Vanguardians’ Reporter Laurel Miller’s Commentary on the 03-03-09 City Council Meeting
03-07-09, "WOW, the recession is hurting Glendale hard with lots of budget cuts"
03-05-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Budget revision defended - Cost-cutting ideas will help combat anemic budget projections, city officials say."
03-05-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Veronica Rocha, "Fees hiked for tennis courts at certain parks - Son of man who owns courts agrees with decision to increase charges by $1 to $1.50."
03-04-09, Herbert Molano’s Commentary on Utility Rates - "Reasoning - don't leave home without it"
03-04-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Lower utility rates sought - Council deflects complaints with survey results and five-year plan for water, electricity."
03-02-09, Bruce Philpott’s Critique of Glendale News-Press Article, “New budget goes to council”
03-02-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "‘Ambitious’ plan for utility under review - Goals include rate reductions, restoring power outages within 10 minutes."
03-02-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "New budget goes to council - Proposal says sales tax revenue to be down by $3M, and hotel occupancy taxes by $300,000."
02-25-09, Message from City Council Candidate Michael Teahan Regarding $100K Club Information
02-25-09, Richard Dickinson’s Evaluation of the 2008 100K Club Information
02-21-09, Herbert Molano Regarding the "Good-by Girl" Open House for Glendale News-Press Editor Danette Goulet
02-20-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Price Mac Nair of Glendale, "Not a glorious time for Glendale"
02-19-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Tom Risen, "Police test partnership - Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena are trying out a system until May to share helicopters."
02-14-09, Editorial in the Glendale News-Press, "Pool plans shouldn’t trump other projects"
02-12-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Surplus saves cash for pool - Official warned group not to touch $1.5M earmarked for Pacific Park aquatic project."
02-11-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Pared-down pool design paddles forward - Councilman Dave Weaver leaves the chamber in protest of project amid city’s deep cuts."
02-10-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Veronica Rocha, "City cutting back on expenses - Employees have to use less electricity, and vehicle usage has been slashed to save money."
02-10-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Grant funding up to council - Commissioners submit their recommendations on which programs should get what."
02-10-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Nancy Michael of Glendale, "Police cuts will entice criminals"
02-09-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Pool funding losing some security - Nonprofit leaders say the $1.5 million from block grants could go to them, instead of the pool."
02-06-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Veronica Rocha, "Police working with fewer officers - Department had 7 more last year. Chief points to the economy as cause of staffing shortfall."
02-04-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Budget gap is gaping - City’s cost-cutting measures will include a hiring freeze to fight $8.4M shortfall."
02-04-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Council ranks 11 projects for federal funding - A compressed natural gas fueling station, interagency communications system top list."
02-03-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Utility plan is unveiled - Glendale Water & Power hopes measures will reduce outages, increase efficiency."
02-02-09, Sue Sarkis’ Opinion Regarding Glendale Civil Service Employee Salaries
02-02-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "City looks to cut costs - Special council meeting will focus on fleshing out ways to save money amid tight budget."
01-30-09, Herbert Molano Responds to the Opinions of Nancy Kent and Sharon Weisman Regarding Glendale Management Compensation
01-30-09, Nancy Kent Responds to Christian Arbid's Attack on Mirna Stanley and Sharon Weisman, "City Officials Aren’t the Overpaid Ones"
01-27-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "City preps for stimulus cash - Projects must meet funding guidelines to receive part of $825M package."
01-21-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Council puts park on hold - Financing for renovation will be discussed at a meeting next week."
01-18-09, Letter from Man on the Street to the Vanguard Weekly News
Regarding Yousefian’s Voting Record on City Employee Salary Increases
01-15-09, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Do city officials even read these measures?"
01-13-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Utility bills hit by economy - Percentage of customers who defaulted or fell behind went way up in 2008."
01-13-09, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Bill Fabian of Glendale, "Just how much do city officials get?"
01-04-09, Article in the Vanguard Weekly News Regarding “Creative borrowing catches up with California cities”
01-01-09, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Water rates officially go up 12.4% - Unit price for first 1,000 cubic feet will go up a penny to encourage water conservation."
12-31-08, Glendale News-Press Article, "What To Watch IN 2009 - Officials brace for budget crunch"
12-27-08, Bert Ring Cartoon in the Glendale News-Press, "Aw heck, let's take a break. This can wait till next year."
12-18-08, Glendale News-Press Community Commentary Article by Bruce Philpott, "Council no longer fiscally responsible"
12-11-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "Councilmen should put all on the table"
12-02-08, Bruce Philpott’s Oral Communications Presentation to the Glendale City Council Regarding the 2009 Budget
12-02-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Big budget gap expected again - Deep cuts will likely be necessary next year, officials say. Council argues about culpability."
11-28-08, An Open Letter to the Glendale City Council Regarding a
Serious Fiscal Crisis, by Bruce Philpott
11-27-08, City of Glendale 2008 Budget Slideshow, by Herbert Molano
11-27-08, “Three Top Dogs in the Henhouse”, by Herbert Molano
11-27-08, “Rube Goldberg meets our tax and spend councilmen”, by Herbert Molano
11-20-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Fee increases approved to help midyear cuts - Late fees, maximum limits, lost items, returned check all raised."
11-18-08, Oral Communications Presentation by Al Hofmann Recommending Immediate Cuts to the City Budget
11-18-08, Bruce Philpott’s Oral Communications Presentation to the Glendale City Council Regarding the 2009 Budget
11-04-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Treasurer: Glendale’s investments ‘safe, sound’ - Despite $29M drop including $22M lump sum to PERS, he says the city’s portfolio is fine."
11-03-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Nick Friesen, a member of the Glendale Audit Committee, "Some kudos to those who pay attention"
10-30-08, Unedited Version of Herbert Molano’s Glendale News-Press Community Commentary, "Glendale needs fiscal transparency"
10-29-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Consulting contracts draw scrutiny - Slow economy has two councilmen questioning what are normally routine approvals."
10-29-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Glendale Fire Chief Harold D. Scoggins, "Fire Department critic is misinformed"
10-29-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by David Smith of Glendale, "Philpott unqualified to judge staffing"
10-23-08, Unedited Version of Bruce Philpott’s Glendale News-Press Community Commentary, “Trimming fire staff will save city money”
10-22-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Albert Hofmann of Glendale, "Do the numbers add up for Borucki?"
10-21-08, Glendale City Council Oral Communications Presentation by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "THE RECESSION IS HERE!"
10-15-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Mary Ann Prelock of Glendale, "Borucki is the man for money"
10-11-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Treasurer considers reelection - Soured economy causes him to ‘rethink’ running, and family input will sway decision."
10-10-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Carole Weling of Glendale, "Fire Department critic is accurate"
10-09-08, E-Mail from Dave Moreno Regarding the 10-07-08 Special City Council Meeting Discussing Revenue Options
10-08-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press by Monty Cochran of Glendale, "Want cash? Then trim expenses"
10-08-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Councilman jabs colleagues on money - Yousefian criticizes fellow members’ fiscal decisions. Others on the dais rebuff his claims."
10-05-08, Herbert Molano’s Guest Editorial on Glendale Finances in the October 5, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
10-05-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the October 5, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
10-04-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "City Council looks for cash - New taxes are one solution to give residents services they need, such as libraries, police."
09-15-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "It’s a lipstick jungle all right"
09-11-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "Safety net should not be in disrepair"
08-17-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the August 17, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
08-11-08, "Glendale City Salary Schedule --- Complete and Up to Date", by Bruce Philpott
08-02-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "City salaries contributing to budget woes"
07-29-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Council to mull fee hikes - Proposed increases would cover costs of city services that haven’t been raised in several years."
07-27-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the July 27, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
07-25-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Budget cuts force libraries to reduce hours - Mornings lose the most, and new Adams Square site will be open only five days a week."
07-20-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the July 20, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
07-03-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "City needs a Suze Orman of its own"
06-28-07, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG, "Clarifying group’s budget position" by Margaret Hammond of Glendale
06-28-07, EDITORIAL in the Glendale News-Press, "Losing a library is a cut the city can’t afford"
06-28-08, Glendale News-Press Article by Reporter Jason Wells, "Budget input is queried - Frequent critic Barry Allen files a challenge to city leaders’ new fiscal plan for Glendale."
06-27-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Utility bills are poised to go up - Water and Power officials say the city’s residential customers will pay a 6.8% increase."
06-26-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Bruce Philpott of Glendale, "Council must cut back on expenditure"
06-25-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Balanced budget gets OK - Council approves $775-million plan amid political debate; Yousefian casts lone ‘no’ vote."
06-25-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Pamela Tom of Glendale, "Don’t let library be a budget-cut casualty"
06-24-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Residents fight for library - People protest next to Chevy Chase branch asking that it not become a victim of cuts."
06-24-07, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG, "Don’t close Chevy Chase Library" by Larry Varnes of Glendale
06-23-08, E-Mail from Graeme Whifler of Glendale, "Sacking Chevy Chase" (Including rally photos!)
06-23-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "City budget up for adoption amid scrutiny - Bob Yousefian is the only councilman expected to oppose passage Tuesday despite complaints."
06-23-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Veronica Rocha, "Residents are worried about police, fire cuts"
06-22-08, Chart Prepared by Herbert Molano Showing Glendale Salaries Outstripping Core Tax Revenue
06-22-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the June 22, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
06-22-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Lyn Ribisi of Glendale, "Please save our Chevy Chase library"
06-19-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Yousefian digging in on budget - Councilman’s siding with City Hall critic has many Glendale leaders upset."
06-17-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Scott Linder of Glendale, "City should follow private sector’s lead"
06-17-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Roland McGhie of Glendale, "Employees ought to think of others"
06-12-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Yousefian slams city budget plan - Councilman claims the strategy will fail to fill $9.9-million shortfall in the city’s finances."
06-12-08, GLENDALE CITY COUNCIL MEETING WRAP-UP in the Glendale News-Press, "PAY RAISES ADVANCES"
06-10-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Pay hikes may come for some - As council cuts back on budget, nearly 2,000 city employees might get salary raises."
06-10-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Susan N. Stephenson of Glendale, "Setting intelligent limits is challenge"
06-10-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Dick Seeley of La Crescenta, "Caruso should give back to city coffers"
06-05-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Budget cuts will hit everywhere - Even Police and Fire departments suffer slashes as staffers battle to make up shortfall."
05-29-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Leaders planning cuts in city services - Council is eyeing layoffs, reductions in programs and hiring freezes for $9.9-million deficit."
05-18-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the May 18, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
05-14-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Revenue report is a mixed bag - Projections made to council suggest that several programs are coming up lean because of budget"
05-11-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the May 11, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
05-04-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the May 4, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
05-04-08, Full Version of Barry Allen’s Letter to the Glendale News-Press Mailbag published on 05-02-08, "City must stop massive salaries"
05-02-08, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Barry Allen, "City must stop massive salaries"
04-30-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Council prepares for budget cuts - City executives have been asked to find areas to trim from departments amid $9.4-million gap"
04-20-08, DM’s Letter on Glendale’s Exorbitant Salaries in the April 20, 2008 Vanguard Weekly News
04-20-08, Barry Allen’s Comments on Glendale Finances in the April 20 Vanguard Weekly News
04-18-08, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Budget figures in question - Finance Department official is replaced as $167.8-million improvement plan funds are examined"
01-05-08, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Mike Mohill of Glendale, "Unions control city’s salaries"
12-22-07, Community Commentary in the Glendale News-Press by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "This union of managers makes absolutely no sense"
12-19-07, Article in the Glendale News-Press by Jason Wells, "Council OKs executives’ pay raises - City officials say the hikes are necessary to keep talented people from seeking new jobs elsewhere"
10-17-07, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Greg Hiscott of La Cañada Flintridge, "Residents can see salaries for themselves"
10-17-07, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Gene Gustavson of Glendale, "Salaries are affected by unions' power"
10-12-07, Letter in the Glendale News-Press MAILBAG by Herbert Molano of Tujunga, "Time to discuss the high salaries of city employees"
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