Windfall refuels airport dreams / Privatization could bring payoff for county, but chances are uncertain
Source: By STEVE SCHULTZE, Journal Sentinel (WI), Posted: Dec. 24, 2007
Privatizing the operation of Mitchell International Airport could bring as much as $1 billion to the county, a tantalizing prospect that's captured the attention of Milwaukee County Executive Scott Walker.
..... "You can always generate savings on labor costs if you cut wages and benefits," said Richard Abelson, executive director of District Council 48 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union. "That doesn't necessarily translate into a better airport."