Author Archives: Mike Bock

At the University Of Dayton, The Nuns On The Bus Urge Students To “Help Carry Out The Mission Of The Gospel”

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Mike Bock

Yesterday, the “Nuns on the Bus” arrived at the University of Dayton and were greeted by a group of about 150, mostly students. UD is a Marianist school and several of the nuns are UD graduates. The nuns urged the UD … Continue reading →

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Kettering Council Splits On Endorsing Issues 28 / 29 — Tea Party Members vs Majority

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Mike Bock

At their meeting on October 9, 2012, the Kettering City Council, by a vote of 5 to 2, approved a resolution recommending that Kettering citizens in this election reject two proposed changes to the city charter (Issues 28/29). The two members … Continue reading →

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After Inflation, Kettering’s Issue 29 Would Reduce Mayor’s Salary Below That Paid In 1980 Or In 1998

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Mike Bock

Kettering’s Issue 29, if approved this election, will cut the pay of Kettering’s mayor and Kettering City Council members by 50%. Mayor Patterson now earns $23,500 each year and if Issue 29 is approved, his new salary will be $12,000. … Continue reading →