Today’s Hour features the first of sure to be many stories of how Republican Mayor Moccia is outmaneuvering Democrats on the council. To appreciate the deft display of political savvy you have to understand that despite the Mayor’s contention that the appointments to the many boards and commissions are by the mayor, the reality is that the mayor requires council approval. Check meet balance. Since the majority of the council is held by the Democrats, that would mean that like the previous two years, some sort of checkpoint charlie like negotiations should take place. Naturally, such negotiations don’t take place in the newspaper, but we have some jockeying of who is wearing the pants going on, so the Hour reports:

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After some upgrading issues, at long last, well, long for me, we are on the new site. There’s still some kinks to work out, so bear with me as I address them over the next few days. Thanks to all who provided early feedback. Please keep those suggestions coming.

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