Unions
Opinion: A Doctor’s Opinion Of Obamacare
Good, hard-working Americans shouldn’t be forced to contemplate leaving their chosen profession as they are with federal laws such as Obamacare.
US Airways Sets Terms For Takeover Of American Airlines
US Airways have filed the first paperwork to begin the process of taking over American Airlines, which is currently in Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Miami’s Budget Stalls Over Police Union Contract
The city of Miami must close a $62 million deficit in the 2012 budget. The first of two public hearings is set for Thursday night and city leaders hope agreements reached with three of four unions may help bring the city closer to a balanced budget.
Miami Employees Union Table Vote On Mayoral Recall Effort
The union representing Miami city employees have decided to table its vote on whether to join an effort to recall Mayor Tomas Regalado.
FAA Halts Ft. Lauderdale Improvement Project
The Federal Aviation Administration has halted dozens of major projects that dealt with construction and technology improvements, including a project at Fort Lauderdale International Airport.
Hollywood Commission Sets Pension Reform Referendum
As city employees shouted in anger, the Hollywood city commission unanimously passed three ordinances freezing pension plans for city employees and setting up new plans with potentially lower future payoffs. They also set a September referendum to take the changes to the voters unless they can work out a deal with employees first.
Police Union Holding Party To Leave GOP
Critics of the Republican Party have said that in 2011, the GOP has made unions a target in any budget debate. But, the Broward County Police Benevolent Association has decided to fight the GOP by having a “Party to Leave the Party” event.
Carlos Gimenez Sworn In As Miami-Dade Mayor
It’s official. Carlos Gimenez is the new Miami-Dade Mayor, three days after narrowly beating former Hialeah mayor Julio Robaina for the job. But if you expected a big, showy ceremony, you’ll have to wait.
Commission Approves Martinez As New Miami City Manager
The City of Miami officially has a new City Manager. Thursday, the City of Miami commission voted to approve Johnny Martinez’ appointment to the position, left vacant by Monday’s resignation of Tony Crapp Jr.
Martinez To Replace Tony Crapp As Miami City Manager
Miami Mayor Tomas Regalado wasted no time in finding a new city manager. Less than 24 hours after accepting the resignation of Tony Crapp, Regalado announced Johnny Martinez as his choice to become city manager Tuesday morning.
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