Thursday, March 28 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-03-28 15:56:34 GMT
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Michigan's tougher emergency manager law takes effect Thursday. However, its opponents are seeking to block it in federal court, saying the measure is unconstitutional.
Tuesday, March 26 2013 11:22 PM EDT2013-03-27 03:22:01 GMT
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
On the day Kevyn Orr takes over the management of the city, effectively removing Mayor Dave Bing and the Detroit City Council from power, Fox 2's Charlie LeDuff goes back 40 years for a unique look back at the time Detroit elected its first African-American mayor.
Monday, March 25 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-03-26 03:14:42 GMT
As Detroit's new EFM takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
As Detroit's new emergency financial manager takes the reigns, young adults with a vested interest in the city are concerned about the future. However, the governor wants them to know they can be part of the change and the solution.
Monday, March 25 2013 9:18 PM EDT2013-03-26 01:18:49 GMT
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Kevyn Orr, Detroit's new financial emergency manager, met with several city leaders during his first day on the job, but not everyone is thrilled with his arrival.
Monday, March 25 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-03-25 23:23:58 GMT
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Detroit's EMS and police departments are getting a much needed shot in the arm from the corporate world. There will be new ambulances in the next four to five months and 100 new patrol cars within 60 to 90 days.
Monday, March 25 2013 12:56 PM EDT2013-03-25 16:56:46 GMT
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager).
Fox 2's Maurielle Lue reports protestors are still gathering, waving flags and signs against Detroit's new E.F.M. (Emergency Financial Manager). Despite the snow and chilly temperatures, the protest was strong for more than half an hour.
Friday, March 22 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-03-22 15:33:37 GMT
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday called for a mass, non-violent demonstration in Michigan to protest the appointment of an emergency manager over Detroit's finances.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-03-20 02:32:53 GMT
We're days away from having an emergency financial manager on the job in Detroit. Tuesday, some citizens spoke out on the controversial measure.
We're days away from having an emergency financial manager on the job in Detroit. Tuesday, some citizens spoke out on the controversial measure.
LANSING, Mich. ‒ Gov. Rick Snyder today announced his determination that the city of Detroit is in a financial emergency and that no satisfactory plan exists to resolve it. The Governor reached his conclusion after thorough review and consideration of the unanimous, independent review team's report, which he received on Feb. 19, 2013, under Public Act 72 of 1990 (Local Government Fiscal Responsibility Act).
"Additional action is needed to fix the financial crisis in Detroit," Gov. Snyder said. "Chronic budget troubles have taken a significant toll on everyday life for citizens in the city. Detroiters deserve to feel safe when they walk down the street, to have their street lights on, to have the bus show up to take them to work. Working together in partnership we can and will develop solutions to fix the city's finances, stop the cycle of overspending and one-time fixes and collectively get Detroit on the path being a great city once again."
Under PA 72, the city now has 10 calendar days to request a hearing before the governor or his designee. If requested, the hearing would take place at the Richard H. Austin Building in Lansing, on Tuesday, March 12, 2013. Following the hearing, or after the 10-day period expires, the governor will confirm or revoke his original determination. If confirmed, the management of the emergency would be assigned to the Local Emergency Financial Assistance Loan Board, who would be charged with appointing an Emergency Financial Manager or EFM.
A preliminary review of the city's finances, conducted last fall, found that a "serious financial problem" existed in Detroit as a result of several issues. An independent, 6-member financial review team, appointed by Gov. Snyder on Dec. 18, 2012, concluded unanimously that a financial emergency exists in Detroit, and that no satisfactory plan is in place to address the city's fiscal crisis. The review team submitted its report to the governor on February 19th.
"The partnership between Detroit and the state has resulted in great things happening in the city, improved schools, a thriving Midtown, new businesses, and a revitalized riverfront," said Snyder, "But we can't allow a continuing fiscal crisis to stand in the way of Detroit's reinvention. Solving the financial problems will lay a solid foundation for future growth and lead to a thriving, vibrant Detroit.
For more information about PA 72, visit the Local Government Fiscal Health page on the Department of Treasury's Web site at www.michigan.gov/treasury.
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