Handful Of Aldermen Haven't Taken Furlough Days
With all the talk about the unions and layoffs, it's easy to forget that those city workers who still have jobs were asked to take furlough days to help ease some budget issues. But as the Tribune reports this morning, seven aldermen have yet to chip in their part by going a day without pay. The seven are: Alds. George Cardenas (12th), Frank Olivo (13th), Howard Brookins (21st), Daniel Solis (25th), Scott Waguespack (32nd), Richard Mell (33rd) and Brian Doherty (41st). Mayor Daley requested that city workers take as much as three weeks off without pay, but we doubt anyone has done that yet. The Tribune has full reports of who has, and who hasn't, taken one (or a few) for the team.
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When Daly requests you take three weeks off without pay, is that a suggestion or a rule? I am not sure I understand it. If it truly is optional and a way to "chip in" or "take one for the team" then it is one of the most ridiculous things I have ever heard. Who would actually do it??
It seems they're completely voluntary.
Jeeeeezus. I can't blame these Aldermen if it is optional.
Translation for people who work in the real world: Your boss saying "We would like you would take three weeks off with out pay. But if you don't want to do it you don't have to."
to be honest, I'm stunned 43 aldermen DID take the voluntary furlough day.
It is supposed to be a "part-time" job. You know, one that pays over six-figures.
How about another request to the Aldermen: Do your friggin job!
Does anyone actually believe Aldermen do work? Perhaps Daley can explain it better: You Aldermen keep doing what you do, except for 3 weeks we won't pay you. Since they do pretty much nothing (and all have side businesses) they really cannot complain.
richard mell? no way, i don't believe it.
According to the most recent budget there are 8 alderman who did not take the $6,000 pay raise effective Jan 1. Does anyone know who if any of these guys are the same ones who did not accept a raise?
Dopplerd: Yes, Alderman Waguespack DID NOT take the $6,000 pay raise.