DC Metro Action is a listing of local actions, entertainment, volunteer opportunities and the occasional rant on a wide range of socially just issues.
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Monday, February 14, 2005
Where Will the Surplus Go?
Rally with the Fair Budget Coalition as it releases its budget recommendations for fiscal year 2006 for the District of Columbia. "Keeping Score – Where Will the Surplus Go? Using the Surplus to Help Families Live, Learn and Play in DC" states that District leaders should use the opportunity of the city's strong finances to make much-needed investments in DC residents – particularly low- and moderate-income residents who have not benefited from DC's economic revival.
Last year, District leaders voted to spend hundreds of millions on a baseball stadium. This year, it's time they put resources into real priorities. But this will happen only if Mayor Williams and the DC Council hear this message from a lot of residents. A big turnout is needed!
Rally at the Wilson Building (1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, room to be announced) on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at 10 a.m.
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