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Economics lesson: supply and demand for firefighters in Miami

By Steve McGough / February 3, 2009 /

A story at the Fox News 7 Web site caught my eye this morning. Almost 1,000 applicants lined up for 35 available firefighter positions that will be available in the City of Miami. Three of those who were waiting in line were interviewed, the first was a former Marine who was unemployed and the other…

Local taxes not enough – California town to charge $300 for 911 calls

By Steve McGough / February 22, 2010 /

This summer Tracy, California plans to charge residents a $300 fee for 911 medical calls unless you have “purchased” a $48 annual subscription. In my opinion, user fees for parks and other state and local recreation activities may be appropriate, but for emergency services?