Newsom vetoes foot patrolsBy Tim Redmond
Late on a Friday, at the slowest possible time in the news cycle, when politicians make moves that they hope will get very little media attention, Mayor Gavin Newsom vetoed a plan to require police foot patrols in high-crime areas. That marks a dramatic shift in his position. Just a few days ago, he was prepared to sign the bill.
The veto sets up a fascinating showdown: Are there eight votes on the board to override the mayor? The measure passed 7-3 on its first round, with only Supervisors Aaron Peskin, Michela Alioto-Pier and Sean Elsbernd in opposition and Jake McGoldrick absent. Willl eight votes hold?
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No, it only passed 7-3. Jake McGoldrick was absent during the vote. What do you think the chances are that Newsom will get away with it, Tim?
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November 3, 2006 10:06 PM
Yeah, thanks, that was my mistake and I've corrected it in the item. It was 7-3 with McGoldrick absent. I think Jake will stick with the progressives and Newsom will face his first veto override. It's about time.
(Tim Redmond)
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November 6, 2006 05:19 PM