In the April edition of ‘Ask the Mayor,’ Larry Morrissey and Michael Koolidge discussed how prevailing wage laws affect the city of Rockford and its budget.

The Mayor's brief explanation of the term was having government bureaucrats decide, based on market data, what rate will have to be for various types of work performed for the city:

Remember, once a month, Rockford Mayor Larry Morrissey comes to the 1440 WROK studio to take your questions on his “Ask the Mayor” program hosted by Michael Koolidge. The Mayor will talk with Michael about issues impacting the city and its residents and will take comments and questions from our listeners.

The next edition of “Ask The Mayor” airs Friday, May 29, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

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