Recent Published Columns & Commentaries
Debating Dissolution of a Village Requires Time for Study
Informing voters by providing a fair and balanced presentation of the facts and options, and then empowering them to vote for the future of their community, is democracy at its best.
Charles Zettek, Jr., Rochester (NY) Democrat & Chronicle, 03-20-10
Consolidating Governments Is About More than Just Saving Money
There’s clearly more at stake than just trying to reduce local taxes, although that is a good starting point. Making the effort to change has many benefits beyond tax savings.
Charles Zettek, Jr., Rochester (NY) Democrat & Chronicle, 06-07-09
Government Consolidations Could Save $1.4 Billion Across NY
Government expenditures are so high in NYS, even a conservative estimate shows some $1.4 billion could be saved by pursuing government consolidations.
Charles Zettek Jr. , WXXI Public Broadcasting, 05-22-09
Consolidations Could Mean Savings for Taxpayers
Benefits of consolidation emerge through long-term cost savings, efficient use of community resources, and property tax reductions.
Charles Zettek, Jr., Rochester (NY) Democrat & Chronicle, 03-02-09
Unlock Possibilities
Albany parishes should find other uses for buildings after churches close.
Bethany Welch, Albany (NY) Times Union, 01-14-09
Reverse the Vote or Risk Another Great Depression
The $700 billion bailout is a distasteful but necessary move to re-energize the tight credit market and avoid potentially severe economic consequences.
Kent Gardner, Rochester (NY) Democrat and Chronicle, 09-30-08
Tax Cap Would Lighten Homeowners' Unduly Heavy Load
We can reduce high local property taxes by spending less on schools, while still providing students with an excellent education.
Kent Gardner, Rochester (NY) Democrat and Chronicle, 08-17-08
Inspired Employees Could Pay Off
When a weakened economy forces job and program cuts on the state, the governor and the Legislature should emphasize workforce engagement if they want to do more with less.
Angela DiNisco and Bethany Welch, Albany Times-Union, 08-05-08
Discuss the Property Tax Cap
Shouldn't we at least talk about the notion of capping school property taxes?
Erika Rosenberg, Albany Times-Union, 06-20-08
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