"[T]he profound seriousness of Albany's fiscal situation is a matter of record"

This week in a Times Union op/ed former state Assemblyman Richard Brodsky highlighted the precarious long-term situation surrounding the city of Albany's budget: "This would normally be a moment for the political, business and labor leadership of Albany to, well, at least talk about what's coming down the road. More so, you would think, because there will be a mayoral primary election in 15 days. Two talented candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination, which is tantamount to taking office. The silence is deafening. The candidates seem to agree that the state should give them more money. Who doesn't?"

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Seriously, who didn't think Jennings would step down right before Albany went into crisis mode? All of his gimmicks were short term - enough to get him reelected a few times and now he's out and we're left stuck with the bill.

I'm torn between anticipation about the potential of the city with Jennings gone vs anxiety about the unknown implications of the mess he has left.

if the tax base (ie. citizens, as well as taxable entities) is shrinking, then how is there is need for MORE municipal services? Wouldn't we need fewer schools, police, firefighters etc. to protect and educate that smaller population?

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