Quotes by David A. Catania

“In the long run, I think it will be good for consumers, workers and in the economic interest of our businesses.”

“Were a city with a lot of resources and a big heart.”

“When the people arrived, we addressed their needs as we found them. Once you take care of the immediate crisis, then you provide ongoing services.”

“Im pleased that we were able to move forward on this important health issue.”

“There is no monkey business going on. This is not an exemption that swallows the rule.”

“It might very well be us someday because of a natural or other emergency. Its good karma for us to be in the business of reaching out.”

“We dont see any appreciable improvement from what weve already had before us. The good news is that people want to get there.”

“If it wasnt a chaotic scene, if it was an orderly evacuation, we would be able to give you specifics about what our preferences would be, such as evacuating first the disabled, then the elderly and infants. That would of course be our preference. But the reality on the scene does not permit that. Were going to do the best we can with the resources we have.”

“I am confident in Dr. Panes leadership and ability to address these issues and identify a strong administrator.”

“This is an exercise that requires flexibility and patience. In the next couple of days, well have evacuees in Washington. Well still have them.”