First you are correct that deals are made everyday, however what distinguishes what Piotrowski's offer to Meegan in this case was that Meegan was precluded from voting on her husband's promotion. That provides the beneficial element of the bribe allegation. Had it been anyone elses appointment where she was not so precluded from voting on you would be correct.
The recording is available at: http://www.buffalonews.com/city/comm...icle335995.ece
On the left hand side of the article.