by Northampton Redoubt | Apr 1, 2009 | Northampton Redoubt
Ah, if I only had a brain, but no I was not attempting to create a straw man argument in my last post. Rather, I am describing, from my point of view, the less than shocking intertwining of the city's partisan political system and power infrastructure with its...
by Northampton Redoubt | Mar 25, 2009 | Northampton Redoubt
Well no surprises, Northampton's Business Improvement District passed its second reading last night and, pending some kind of litigation, is now law. That means property owners within its boundaries have thirty days to opt out. Those choosing not to opt out will...
by Northampton Redoubt | Apr 3, 2009 | Northampton Redoubt
From a Planning Dept. staff report prepared by Carolyn Misch and approved by Wayne Feiden to the Planning Board on March 26. To see the latest plans visit NorthAssoc.org: Conformance with Sustainable NH: This is in-town lot abutting the rail trail that will have...
by Northampton Redoubt | Apr 5, 2009 | Northampton Redoubt
It's official, Northampton city councilor at large Mike Bardsley has declared his candidacy for mayor. Of course as soon as he takes out nomination papers some will opine that he is grandstanding and a political opportunist as opposed to a willing public servant....
by Northampton Redoubt | Apr 7, 2009 | Northampton Redoubt
Caty Simon of Poverty is Not a Crime posted an entry this morning regarding a lawsuit opposing Northampton's Business Improvement District or BID.Read the full entry >>>>> Lawsuit poised to challenge the validity of the BID. Some excerpts:Alan...