Massport took another step forward in its long-term plan to confront the impacts of climate change last week ... but there was something missing from its news release: As the Massachusetts Port Authority develops its long range strategic … [Read more...]
Where is this guy? What would he do about the MBTA?
I wonder what our former governor's thoughts are about the current MBTA funding scheme. A little leadership from the executive branch would be refreshing. I don't think anyone is playing us like a violin to gain critical mass for a … [Read more...]
Massport booze cruise: the gift that keeps on giving
Remember this oldie but goodie? (Photo via the Boston Herald) That, of course, is the end of the ill-fated Massport booze cruise back in 1999. Once the story (and that photo in particular) hit the papers, then-Massport director (and … [Read more...]
Score one for Frank Phillips
... and minus one for me. Gov. Patrick confirms that he's considering legislative pay raises as a bargaining chip for the legislature forking over control of rogue agencies:The governor said it is unlikely that lawmakers will put in for … [Read more...]
Quid pro quo? How can you know?
So, the Globe's Frank Phillips reports that Gov. Patrick is thinking of trading legislative pay for control of rogue state agencies like Massport and the 'Pike. Mark Bail has held forth already, as has Dan Dunn. I'll add some … [Read more...]
Patrick vs. Big Dig Culture: Round 1
Like Romney before him, Patrick wants to take control of the the Turnpike Authority and Massport:"I want to make sure that the government is organized in a way that enables us to drive the agenda we were elected to drive," Patrick said as … [Read more...]
Kirwan New A & F Secretary
GOVERNOR-ELECT PATRICK SELECTS LESLIE KIRWAN AS ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE SECRETARYAppointment Reflects Patrick's Commitment to Fiscal DisciplineBOSTON - Wednesday, December 06, 2006-Governor-elect Deval Patrick today announced his … [Read more...]