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LPD Plans to Fight a Losing Fight

July 1, 2008 at 9:05am By: Mr. Wilson Posted in The Lincolnite Blog

It may be a futile effort, but Chief Casady reports that his officers will be hard-asses this year when it comes to ticketing fireworks-related violations. Expect a ticket, rather than the usual warning or finger-wagging, if you are caught with fire crackers, bottle rockets, or other no-nos.

I wish LPD the best of luck, but I suspect it’s a lost cause. One week of super-strict enforcement will breed resentment and bitterness, not compliance. Fortunately, LPD has a hefty amount of goodwill to burn, so it’s not like the city is likely to turn on them, especially on a topic that’s only relevant to most people for, at most, 5 days out of the year.

I’ll be curious to see how the enforcement efforts work out. If you notice any effects one way or the other, do let us know.

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Foley Fanboy Strikes Again

July 1, 2008 at 9:00am By: Mr. Wilson Posted in The Lincolnite Blog

I have to admit, I’m a bit of a Foley fanboy. But why not? He seems to be doing a nice job, and the fruits of his office’s efforts are government accountability and taxpayer savings.

I’m bringing up Foley again because the Journal Star ran a feature on him recently. Check out the comments for a glimpse into what others are saying about him.

Frankly, it’s nice to see a guy on the right wing encouraging more openness, more efficiency, and less spending. I don’t think I could support Foley for certain other public offices, but as Auditor, he’s doing just fine.

All this talk about the State Auditor’s office makes me wonder: who audits the Auditor?

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The Near South is a Steal

July 1, 2008 at 8:40am By: Mr. Wilson Posted in The Lincolnite Blog

Lincoln’s own Near South neighborhood is one of the best places in the midwest to buy an old house, according to This Old House. That’s a nice little honor for a neighborhood that has been fighting to improve itself—and doing a pretty good job at it.

Hat tip: Journal Star

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I’m Getting the Itch to Move North

July 1, 2008 at 8:30am By: Mr. Wilson Posted in The Lincolnite Blog

I can’t really explain it, but I’m starting to feel the itch to move north. If things go well, maybe I’ll even build my own place. Something like this (warning: obnoxious music), perhaps.

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