Daily Archives: January 9, 2005

Is there any entity which does not have eminent domain powers?

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

I was reading this column by real estate writer Nancy Sarnoff about a group of folks from a neighborhood near where I work trying to fight against the construction of a big Med Center parking garage when I came across … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Is the honeymoon over?

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

Seems like just last week we were looking back on how successful a year Mayor Bill White had in 2004. (See also his interview in the Texas Observer.) Since then, White has been pummelled for problems with the Safe Clear … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The fun begins on Tuesday

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

Tuesday is the day that state legislators are sworn in, marking the start of the 79th biennial 180-day session. Many of the problems of 2003 will be back in 2005 – budget shortfall, a tax structure in dire need of … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Perry’s endorsements so far

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

Having previously announced the support of conservative groups, Governor Perry has released a list of fellow Republican officeholders who really really like him. The endorsements for Perry were from Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst, Attorney General Greg Abbott, Agriculture Commissioner Susan … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Another reason why It’s Worth It

Posted on January 9, 2005 by Charles Kuffner

This morning, Tiffany and Olivia and I walked to the new Berryhill near our house for breakfast tacos. It’s about 70 degrees outside, with clear and sunny skies. In a month or so, I expect many of you who are … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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