Topic: A Broader View / the economy and corrections

Well Squeeze, I can tell you OSCI is still running, as is SCCI down at North Bend. Oregon just passed two emergency measures, 66 & 67, to help defray the budget downfalls we all have been feeling. Yes, furlough days are in place, with the majority of DOC staff taking 14 furloughs between January ‘10 and July ’11. Managers have been taking furloughs since March of ’09. While we may be safe from closures for the next 18 months, we are going to have to be very prudent with our costs to avoid future threats to our financial stability. With some good luck and a return of a stable economy we may get thru to a semblance of a retirement. But I’m not holding my breath.

Topic: Economy & Stimulus / Stimulus Package Response

charst46 – you’re very knowledgeable and have responded in a very astute and comprehensive manner. I applaud your frankness and objectivity in this time of frustration and fear. Good work.