This reporter has come into possession of explosive news concerning the 9/11 tragedy. It appears that Donal Trump played a big part in getting those planes to slam into the twin towers. His motive? The twin towers were taller than his Trump Tower. That just wouldn't do. For months, Trump worked with his Saudi friends to make this day possible. They rehearsed and rehearsed and rehearsed. On the big day, Donald Trump gave each of the "co-conspirators" a smooch on the cheek. Then he beat it out of town.
True? It wouldn't surprise me.
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Friday, October 12, 2018
The Holiday Train is again ready to light up Wisconsin in 2018
From JSOnline:
Lainey Seyler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 4:20 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018 | Updated 5:08 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018
The 20th annual Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is rolling through Wisconsin again this year, bringing cheer, Santa and live music at every stop.
The 14-car train decorated with thousands of lights will make stops in 13 Wisconsin communities in early December. Each stop lasts 30 minutes and features a concert from the Sam Roberts Band.
The event is free, but CP encourages attendees to bring nonperishable foods to donate to local food banks. There are no rides available, but the train is free to see.
See more: https://www.jsonline.com/story/travel/2018/10/11/holiday-train-again-ready-light-up-wisconsin-2018-20th/1606352002/
Lainey Seyler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 4:20 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018 | Updated 5:08 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018
The 20th annual Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is rolling through Wisconsin again this year, bringing cheer, Santa and live music at every stop.
The 14-car train decorated with thousands of lights will make stops in 13 Wisconsin communities in early December. Each stop lasts 30 minutes and features a concert from the Sam Roberts Band.
The event is free, but CP encourages attendees to bring nonperishable foods to donate to local food banks. There are no rides available, but the train is free to see.
Here are the stops in Wisconsin:
Dec. 6
7:20 p.m.: Amtrak Depot, 9900 East Exploration Ct., Sturtevant
8:35 p.m.: Amtrak Depot, 433 W. St. Paul Ave., Milwaukee
Dec. 7
4:15 p.m.: Harwood Avenue crossing, Wauwatosa
5:45 p.m.: Level Crossing at Cottonwood Avenue, Hartland
6:55 p.m.: Silver Lake Street, north side of the tracks, Oconomowoc
7:55 p.m.: Brandt-Quirk Park parking lot (ball diamond), adjacent to track, Watertown
9:05 p.m.: Amtrak Depot, Columbus
Dec. 8
1:15 p.m.: 400 West Oneida Street, Amtrak Station, Portage
2:45 p.m.: 100 La Crosse Street, Amtrak Depot, Wisconsin Dells
4:15 p.m.: Division Street railway crossing, Mauston
5:30 p.m.: 205 North Superior Avenue, Amtrak Depot, Tomah
6:40 p.m.: Corner of South Water Street and Milwaukee Street, Sparta
8:45 p.m.: Amtrak Station, 601 Saint Andrew Street, La crosse
See more: https://www.jsonline.com/story/travel/2018/10/11/holiday-train-again-ready-light-up-wisconsin-2018-20th/1606352002/
Shorewood High cancels 'To Kill a Mockingbird'; critics planned protest over use of racial slur
From JSOnline:
Annysa Johnson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Published 3:35 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018 | Updated 7:28 a.m. CT Oct. 12, 2018
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Shorewood High School, 1701 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood (Photo: C.T. Kruger, Staff Photo by C.T. Kruger)
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When Shorewood High School chose "To
Kill a Mockingbird" as this year's annual fall play, it seemed a
relevant commentary on the times.
Based
on the Harper Lee classic about a white southern lawyer defending an
innocent black man in the 1930s, it is a story about segregation and
racism, a broken criminal justice system and the sacrifices of those who
would stand up for what is right.
But Lee's book,
which has been banned by many schools across the country, remains as
controversial today as it did when she wrote it. On Thursday, just hours
before the curtain was to go up, Shorewood canceled the production in
response to a planned protest over the use of the 'N' word in some
scenes.
News of a protest had circulated on social
media early in the day. And by mid-afternoon, Superintendent Bryan
Davis pulled the plug, saying the district should have done a better job
engaging the community "about the sensitivity of this performance."
"We’ve concluded that the safest option is to cancel the play," Davis said in a statement.
The decision has angered and disappointed students and parents on both sides of the debate.
"That
was never our request. We asked for the word to be omitted," said
Patience Phillips, the mother of three African-American students
involved in the protest.
"I understand that the
children put a lot of work into this play," she said. "This doesn't
create dialogue. It causes more of a division."
I agree with the cancellation of the play. We have no right to edit someone else's work. Today it's the n-word; tomorrow it's the freedom word.
Corruption
Dear City of Racine Alderpersons,
In regards to making City of Racine - a "City of Choice" -
See RJT: "Making Racine the region's "Community of Choice"
I suggest:
1.
Fairly assessing Cory and Rebecca Masons lakefront house at 3907
Lighthouse Drive - from the low ball assessment of $400,000 to $ 800,000
Plus, so that they pay their fair share - see:
2. Firing (generally and regularly) incompetent and part time City Attorney (Geneva Village Judge) Scott Letteney - see:
3.
Defending Alderperson Sandy Weidner for doing the job she was elected
to do - payimg her complete legal bills - and having generally
questionably competent Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave demand
his removal!
Until then - it is clear that general incompetence and malfeasance is in charge of City of Racine!
Sincerely, Tim & Cindy
WSJ Editorial
Dear City of Racine Alderpersons,
When
even the Madison based Wisconsin State Journal is calling a Racine
County Judge - unbalanced and acting outside the bounds of his
authority - it is time to end the charade - and *FIRE* City Attorney
Scott Letteney and stop the purely political persecution of Alderperson
Sandy Weidner.
From WSJ:
The very fact that a court case exists
should not be shrouded in secrecy — especially when it centers on a
modest request for city documents under Wisconsin’s open records law.
Racine
Ald. Sandy Weidner asked for slides from a presentation her city
attorney, Scott Letteney, had shown at a closed-door meeting with city
officials last year. Many of the slides contained emails Weidner had
sent, using her city email account. Letteney thought information in the
emails should have been kept confidential, and he wanted a city ethics
panel to review whether Weidner’s transparency violated city rules.
Letteney refused Weidner’s request for the records, prompting Weidner’s legal challenge.
Enter
Judge Gasiorkiewicz. Rather than rule on the merits of the case in
public, he sealed the case from public view. It still doesn’t show up,
for example, on a public website providing citizens with information
about court cases. And, oddly, one of Gasiorkiewicz’s rationales for all
this secrecy is to protect Weidner’s privacy, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
But
Weidner is the one who wants the documents released. It makes no sense
to suggest her privacy is being protected. And it certainly should make
the public wonder what exactly Racine officials are trying to hide.https://madison.com/wsj/opinion/editorial/racine-county-judge-goes-overboard-with-secrecy/article_535ef24d-114d-511d-b957-35e2b8c413f6.html
Stop hiding the truth - Stop protecting an incompetent part-time City Attorney, Scott Letteney, - and STOP persecuting Alderperson Sandy Weidner who was just performing her duties as an Alderperson.
Sincerely,
Tim & Cindy
Four for Fridays!
Good morning everyone I am so sorry for the last two weeks of not posting Four for Fridays. I have been down sick with the flu and I am getting a little better each day. I just hope everyone stays nice and warm. Here are your questions.
1) Are you ready for this nasty cold weather?
2) What temperature would you rather have all year long?
3) Do you try to stay inside when it is cold outside?
4) Do you have your car ready for the cold weather?
Have a nice weekend and stay warm!
1) Are you ready for this nasty cold weather?
2) What temperature would you rather have all year long?
3) Do you try to stay inside when it is cold outside?
4) Do you have your car ready for the cold weather?
Have a nice weekend and stay warm!
MTP Relocation Promises
Dear Board of County Supervisors,
It is
very disconcerting when MTP Village President (David DeGroot) and Board
Members completely abrogate their promises, contracts, policies, and
procedures; which it has previously delivered/instituted in dealing with
Residents - especially in relation to the proposed Foxconn Development;
to deal in bad faith with displaced Residents, especially in regards to
those with disabilities/fixed incomes/minors.
To Wit:
FORMER MT. PLEASANT OFFICIALS CALL FOR RELOCATION BENEFITS TO BE REINSTATED FOR FOXCONN FAMILY - CONDEMN CRUEL BROKEN PROMISES
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Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
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Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
We, the below signed, have come together with our combined years of
public service to urge the village board to do the right thing and
deliver the promised relocation package to Sean McFarlane and his
family.
Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
https://www.facebook.com/abettermtpleasant/photos/a.219817938350408/766492470349616/?type=3&theater
Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
https://www.facebook.com/abettermtpleasant/photos/a.219817938350408/766492470349616/?type=3&theater
Playing
fair and by the rules is something which the questionably legal
government of MTP, which often operate in violation of State Statutes in
regards to Open Meeting and Records laws - just seems unable to adhere
to.
So why can't MTP Government operate transparently, truthfully, and adhere to State Statutes?
And
why Isn't Brad Schimel and his moribund WI AG office prosecuting
frequent offenders of WI State Statutes such as MTP Village President
Dave DeGroot and (retiring) Chief of Police Tim Zarzecki?
How
can Foxconn CEO Terry Gou expect MTP Government to deal in good faith
with him when MTP Government has already shown a proclivity to cheat and
beat Residents by breaking previously agreed upon contracts and
promises?
Sincerely,
Dear Village Board
Dear Village Board,
It is
very disconcerting when the Village President (David DeGroot) and Board
Members completely abrogate their promises, contracts, policies, and
procedures; which it has previously delivered/instituted in dealing with
Residents - especially in relation to the proposed Foxconn Development;
to deal in bad faith with displaced Residents, especially in regards to
those with disabilities/fixed incomes/minors.
To Wit:
FORMER MT. PLEASANT OFFICIALS CALL FOR RELOCATION BENEFITS TO BE REINSTATED FOR FOXCONN FAMILY - CONDEMN CRUEL BROKEN PROMISES
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
We, the below signed, have come together with our combined years of
public service to urge the village board to do the right thing and
deliver the promised relocation package to Sean McFarlane and his
family.
Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
https://www.facebook.com/abettermtpleasant/photos/a.219817938350408/766492470349616/?type=3&theater
Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
https://www.facebook.com/abettermtpleasant/photos/a.219817938350408/766492470349616/?type=3&theater
Playing
fair and by the rules is something which the questionably legal
government of MTP, which often operate in violation of State Statutes in
regards to Open Meeting and Records laws - just seems unable to adhere
to.
So why can't MTP Government operate transparently, truthfully, and adhere to State Statutes?
And
why Isn't Brad Schimel and his moribund WI AG office prosecuting
frequent offenders of WI State Statutes such as MTP Village President
Dave DeGroot and (retiring) Chief of Police Tim Zarzecki?
How
can Foxconn CEO Terry Gou expect MTP Government to deal in good faith
with him when MTP Government has already shown a proclivity to cheat and
beat Residents by breaking previously agreed upon contracts and
promises?
Sincerely,
Tim & Cindy
FORMER MT. PLEASANT OFFICIALS CALL FOR RELOCATION BENEFITS TO BE REINSTATED FOR FOXCONN FAMILY - CONDEMN CRUEL BROKEN PROMISES
A Better Mount Pleasant Sends:
Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
Dear Mount Pleasant Village Trustees,
We, the below signed, have come together with our combined years of
public service to urge the village board to do the right thing and
deliver the promised relocation package to Sean McFarlane and his
family.
Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
https://www.facebook.com/abettermtpleasant/photos/a.219817938350408/766492470349616/?type=3&theater Mr. McFarlane and his family are suffering for no good reason. A landlord's relocation package is not tied to a tenant's relocation package, so the stance of village officials is both morally reprehensible and likely illegal, as evidenced by the investigation currently being conducted by the state Department of Administration.
Not only is the McFarlane family living in unsanitary conditions - mold, contaminated water - in a home the village provided, the village also reneged on a promise to make the home more accessible for Mr. McFarlane's wheelchair. More, the McFarlane's are now being evicted without another home to which they can move, a situation initiated by and only made possible because you - our village officials - are not following what's fair and outlined clearly under the law.
That Mr. McFarlane is disabled and has four children makes this situation especially egregious.
As elected representatives of the people of Mt. Pleasant, we wish to remind you that your primary duty is to ensure the interests of our residents. Reneging on village obligations and promises undermines the faith and trust of the public in local government.
Stop grandstanding and reinstate the McFarlane family's relocation package. Do the right - and legal - thing for them.
Sincerely,
Jerry Garski - Village President & Village Trustee (2015-2017 & 2010-2014)
Donald Schulz - Village Trustee & Town Supervisor (2013-2014 & 1993-2001)
Ken Otwaska - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Jon Hansen - Village Trustee (2015-2017)
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Bice: Brad Schimel's Wisconsin Justice Department launched probe of a former staffer after he criticized the agency in a news story
From JSOnline:
Schimel's office said it was looking into whether the retiree — Thomas Dawson, long the state's top environmental lawyer — provided confidential information to the press.
Read more: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/investigations/daniel-bice/2018/10/11/ag-brad-schimels-office-launched-probe-retiree-over-criticism-news-story/1588482002/
Daniel Bice, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Published 7:00 a.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018 | Updated 1:15 p.m. CT Oct. 11, 2018
Brad Schimel, a Republican, is attorney general for the state of Wisconsin.(Photo: Mike De Sisti, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
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Attorney General Brad Schimel really doesn't like criticism.
His agency went after an ex-assistant attorney general last year after he made critical remarks in the Journal Sentinel over a deal the Department of Justice had struck with a polluter.
Schimel's office said it was looking into whether the retiree — Thomas Dawson, long the state's top environmental lawyer — provided confidential information to the press.
Read more: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/investigations/daniel-bice/2018/10/11/ag-brad-schimels-office-launched-probe-retiree-over-criticism-news-story/1588482002/
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Dear Madame Zoltar
Hello, my mixed nuts! How are you? Thr weather can't seem to stay out of the 80's. Woo-hoo! Day before yesterrrdaywas hot as hell.I was running the a/c - in October! There's some global warming for you The scientists who study such things say that we're at a turning point. Soon, it won't matter what we do. Global warming will continue no matter what.
Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers are playing like some second string team. If Aaron Rodgers misses any more games, he should refund the team. And what's up with their field goal kicker? 0 for 4. My Lord.
Big news in the Irregular Football League: the Mighty Bears are now on top, having beaten the Half-Astrophysicists. My defeat of the Half-Astrophysicists has been called the blowout of the week:
The Orbliterators are one space above bottom. C'mon, Mr. OrbsCorbs, get your team moving!
The Journal Times carried an article sometime in the past week that looked at Mr. Cory Mason's first year as mayor. Ha-ha! All that he's done is make some speeches and issued a few directives. Puh-leez, these do not a mayor make. In fact, it's difficult to take Mr. Mason seriously. He's more like a teddy-bear. You want to hug him and squeeze him, but he could never be our leader, could he?
Here's another wek that Junior hasn't crashed his car. Hallelujah! I think that makes 2 or 3 in a row. Maybe Junior is finally growing up. Maube he's let whomever to inspect his wads pf clothing. The leather jacket that Junior wears has never been claimed. Please give a penny a week to feed and clothe your loved ones.
I finally got an Obama-phone. I figured I better be able to call home just in case somehting goes wrong with a client. Or whatever. It stays off but charged, Ready Freddy.
Thank you all for reading my blog today. Tell your relatives and friends.
madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com
The tempoerature is supposed to drop soon. Get out and enjoy the weather while you can.
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Please donate: paypal.me/jgmazelis
If you don't like PayPal, send me a note at madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com and I'll send you my street address so you can send a check or money order. Thank you.
Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers are playing like some second string team. If Aaron Rodgers misses any more games, he should refund the team. And what's up with their field goal kicker? 0 for 4. My Lord.
Big news in the Irregular Football League: the Mighty Bears are now on top, having beaten the Half-Astrophysicists. My defeat of the Half-Astrophysicists has been called the blowout of the week:
The Orbliterators are one space above bottom. C'mon, Mr. OrbsCorbs, get your team moving!
The Journal Times carried an article sometime in the past week that looked at Mr. Cory Mason's first year as mayor. Ha-ha! All that he's done is make some speeches and issued a few directives. Puh-leez, these do not a mayor make. In fact, it's difficult to take Mr. Mason seriously. He's more like a teddy-bear. You want to hug him and squeeze him, but he could never be our leader, could he?
Here's another wek that Junior hasn't crashed his car. Hallelujah! I think that makes 2 or 3 in a row. Maybe Junior is finally growing up. Maube he's let whomever to inspect his wads pf clothing. The leather jacket that Junior wears has never been claimed. Please give a penny a week to feed and clothe your loved ones.
I finally got an Obama-phone. I figured I better be able to call home just in case somehting goes wrong with a client. Or whatever. It stays off but charged, Ready Freddy.
Thank you all for reading my blog today. Tell your relatives and friends.
madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com
The tempoerature is supposed to drop soon. Get out and enjoy the weather while you can.
_________________________
Please donate: paypal.me/jgmazelis
If you don't like PayPal, send me a note at madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com and I'll send you my street address so you can send a check or money order. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
EMINENT DOMAIN ACTIONS FILED AGAINST MT. PLEASANT RESIDENTS WITHOUT VILLAGE BOARD KNOWLEDGE OR APPROVAL
A Better Mount Pleasant Sends:
“Jurisdictional offers to take property and remove owners in Foxconn area were signed and filed by hired contractors - official legal actions never discussed with Village Trustees.”
MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 8, 2018 - On September 24, 2018, Mt. Pleasant village trustees voted to approve the Award of Damages on nine parcels of land representing $4,287,300 which resulted from Jurisdictional Offers signed and filed by contractors with the county clerk on behalf of the village without trustee knowledge or approval.
Five parcels on the agenda, representing $1,309,900 in damages, were the subject of current litigation and a pending restraining order by one family to block an order to vacate their home and business within days.
“Trustees heard from angry residents demanding to know why the village was taking their land and ordering them out of their home,” says Kelly Gallaher, a spokesperson for the local grassroots organization, A Better Mt. Pleasant. “The trustees didn’t seem to understand what was happening or even the meaning of the words being used. As it turns out, the orders had already been filed at the courthouse and never discussed or approved by them prior to that night. This was literally the first time they heard about it.”
Two Jurisdictional Offers were signed and filed in late July by Peter Meisbauer of G.J. Meisbauer, hired by the village to provide relocation services. Meisbauer represented himself in the documents as an “agent for the Village of Mt. Pleasant.” A third Jurisdictional Offer was signed and filed in September by Scott Dellenbach of Terra Ventures, hired by the village to provide property management. Dellenbach represented himself in the document as a “Village of Mt. Pleasant Real Estate Consultant.”
Jurisdictional Offers are the legal filings by a condemning authority which officially notify the occupant of the taking of their property for public use and date of expected occupancy when eminent domain negotiations fail.
“This is an official legal action taken against property owners,” says Gallaher. “These actions are taking place without the knowledge or approval of village trustees. It’s not clear these contractors have the authority to take these actions, but even if they do, why has it not been discussed with village officials?”
A Mt. Pleasant village trustee verified to A Better Mt. Pleasant on Friday, the Jurisdictional Offers which resulted in the Award of Damages voted on by trustees, were never discussed or approved with the Village Board prior to that date.
“What is the point of having elected officials at all? Residents came forward to appeal these actions directly to their local representatives, only to discover they were clueless,” says Gallaher. “Village trustees are required to approve all kinds of purchases and agreements - big and small. Actions to take property valued in the millions of dollars, and to remove people from their homes, seems like something trustees should know about. It makes us wonder exactly who is running this village?”
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A Better Mt. Pleasant is a nonpartisan, community organization dedicated to advancing a fair,
accountable and transparent local government in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin.
“Jurisdictional offers to take property and remove owners in Foxconn area were signed and filed by hired contractors - official legal actions never discussed with Village Trustees.”
MT. PLEASANT, WI OCTOBER 8, 2018 - On September 24, 2018, Mt. Pleasant village trustees voted to approve the Award of Damages on nine parcels of land representing $4,287,300 which resulted from Jurisdictional Offers signed and filed by contractors with the county clerk on behalf of the village without trustee knowledge or approval.
Five parcels on the agenda, representing $1,309,900 in damages, were the subject of current litigation and a pending restraining order by one family to block an order to vacate their home and business within days.
“Trustees heard from angry residents demanding to know why the village was taking their land and ordering them out of their home,” says Kelly Gallaher, a spokesperson for the local grassroots organization, A Better Mt. Pleasant. “The trustees didn’t seem to understand what was happening or even the meaning of the words being used. As it turns out, the orders had already been filed at the courthouse and never discussed or approved by them prior to that night. This was literally the first time they heard about it.”
Two Jurisdictional Offers were signed and filed in late July by Peter Meisbauer of G.J. Meisbauer, hired by the village to provide relocation services. Meisbauer represented himself in the documents as an “agent for the Village of Mt. Pleasant.” A third Jurisdictional Offer was signed and filed in September by Scott Dellenbach of Terra Ventures, hired by the village to provide property management. Dellenbach represented himself in the document as a “Village of Mt. Pleasant Real Estate Consultant.”
Jurisdictional Offers are the legal filings by a condemning authority which officially notify the occupant of the taking of their property for public use and date of expected occupancy when eminent domain negotiations fail.
“This is an official legal action taken against property owners,” says Gallaher. “These actions are taking place without the knowledge or approval of village trustees. It’s not clear these contractors have the authority to take these actions, but even if they do, why has it not been discussed with village officials?”
A Mt. Pleasant village trustee verified to A Better Mt. Pleasant on Friday, the Jurisdictional Offers which resulted in the Award of Damages voted on by trustees, were never discussed or approved with the Village Board prior to that date.
“What is the point of having elected officials at all? Residents came forward to appeal these actions directly to their local representatives, only to discover they were clueless,” says Gallaher. “Village trustees are required to approve all kinds of purchases and agreements - big and small. Actions to take property valued in the millions of dollars, and to remove people from their homes, seems like something trustees should know about. It makes us wonder exactly who is running this village?”
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Monday, October 8, 2018
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Lodged Objects
Dear City of Racine Alderpersons,
In addition to the proposed legislation concerning LBGQT persons,
See: Amendment would expand LGBTQ protections in the City of Racine
I ask that that the Common Council seriously consider the question of "Lodged Objects"
Especially since Mayor Cory Mason wields Blue fists....
Let Sweden lead - and Racine follow:
Sweden plans to make sex toys safer because so many people get them stuck in their rectum
"Sex toys are used in the entire world and as far as I know there is no research which can state what is the most common injury. Since these products are used everywhere it is important that the standard now being developed becomes global," explained Anna Sjögren from SIS when contacted by The Local.
The most commonly lodged objects were dildos and butt plugs, which the study by a southern Stockholm hospital found were present in just over 40 percent of cases. In the remainder, a variety of other objects, including candles, bottles and vegetables were found, though the report noted that the incidents leading to the accidents were almost always linked to "sexual pleasure".
Those who sought treatments for lodged objects were disproportionately likely to be male, with a median age of 41, though the total age range spanned from 15 to 92.
What's more, the authors noted that the true figure of sex toy retention was likely even higher than the study suggests, "given reluctance to seek care for a potentially embarrassing condition". They also suggested that a "safety string or adequate-sized stopper" could have prevented many of the affected patients from retaining the items.
The SIS' proposal for sex toy standards will be submitted to the International Organization for Standardization in the hope that it will be adopted by other countries.
"Currently there are no international or Swedish standards for these types of products. Each manufacturer and retailer have their own test methods based on standards and rules from documents with similar material or safety perspective," Sjögren said.
"This works in many cases, but guidelines in the form of a standard can contribute to the quality ensures of the products in general, with requirements on safety, consumer information and risk analysis not only stopping injuries but can lead to a reduced number on incidents."
The most commonly lodged objects were dildos and butt plugs, which the study by a southern Stockholm hospital found were present in just over 40 percent of cases. In the remainder, a variety of other objects, including candles, bottles and vegetables were found, though the report noted that the incidents leading to the accidents were almost always linked to "sexual pleasure".
Those who sought treatments for lodged objects were disproportionately likely to be male, with a median age of 41, though the total age range spanned from 15 to 92.
What's more, the authors noted that the true figure of sex toy retention was likely even higher than the study suggests, "given reluctance to seek care for a potentially embarrassing condition". They also suggested that a "safety string or adequate-sized stopper" could have prevented many of the affected patients from retaining the items.
The SIS' proposal for sex toy standards will be submitted to the International Organization for Standardization in the hope that it will be adopted by other countries.
"Currently there are no international or Swedish standards for these types of products. Each manufacturer and retailer have their own test methods based on standards and rules from documents with similar material or safety perspective," Sjögren said.
"This works in many cases, but guidelines in the form of a standard can contribute to the quality ensures of the products in general, with requirements on safety, consumer information and risk analysis not only stopping injuries but can lead to a reduced number on incidents."
Sex toys lodged in the rectum is an embarrassment which should not be allowed to go public - and be covered by City provided health insurance.
I am asking that the City Council maintain safeguards and privacy for those that use sex toys and might find themselves in compromising positions from their use.
City of Racine Attorney Scott Letteney can provide appropriate legal guidance -
Sincerely,
Tim & Cindy
RDA Loses over $7M
Dear City of Racine Alderpersons,
The 2017 Audited Financial Statement reveals the following:
City of Racine Taxpayers who feel the burn that the ever increasing property taxes and fees imposed by City of Racine Mayors and Alderpersons are becomingly more and more onerous and out of line with the Consumer Price Index, aren’t just imagining that burning feeling – it is real, as the 2017 Audited Financial Statement reveals.
It is just Business as Usual in City of Racine, as the unaccountable Racine Development Authority lost $7,304,144 in TID collections, and passed that cost on to Residential taxpayers – with NO repayment schedule required – since the Residential taxpayers are on the hook and going to pay – through extortion – aka onerous property taxes, by any other name….
Former Mayor John Dickerts much bally-hooed Tid 18 – Machinery Row was the loss leader – costing taxpayers nearly $7,000,000 – not counting the destruction ,clean up costs and planning time wasted by the RDA in concocting yet another failed plan for the criminally led City of Racine:
Well, well, the spectacularly *FAILED* Machinery Row Project might actually COST taxpayers $65M when it is all done and settled…. instead of bring in Constructive and Productive Development. Residential Taxpayers will *NEVER* see any tax relief in criminally led Mayor Cory Mason’s Blue Fist Collective!
Meanwhile, Former Mayor John Dickert’s bestest personal friend – Micah Waters – continues to hold onto the former Porter’s Property while refusing to pay the property taxes due and shifting that burden to the much beleagured Residential Taxpayers living in City of Racine. City Officials plan on Residents being deaf, dumb, and blind – and they are correct!
Don't stop Believing.... (the lies of the Corporate Clowns leading Residents into never ending Debt and lies of future City led productive ventures)
Sincerely,
Saturday, October 6, 2018
Friday, October 5, 2018
"Lodged Objects"
"Sex toys are used in the entire world and as far as I know there is no research which can state what is the most common injury. Since these products are used everywhere it is important that the standard now being developed becomes global," explained Anna Sjögren from SIS when contacted by The Local.
The most commonly lodged objects were dildos and butt plugs, which the study by a southern Stockholm hospital found were present in just over 40 percent of cases. In the remainder, a variety of other objects, including candles, bottles and vegetables were found, though the report noted that the incidents leading to the accidents were almost always linked to "sexual pleasure".
Those who sought treatments for lodged objects were disproportionately likely to be male, with a median age of 41, though the total age range spanned from 15 to 92.
What's more, the authors noted that the true figure of sex toy retention was likely even higher than the study suggests, "given reluctance to seek care for a potentially embarrassing condition". They also suggested that a "safety string or adequate-sized stopper" could have prevented many of the affected patients from retaining the items.
The SIS' proposal for sex toy standards will be submitted to the International Organization for Standardization in the hope that it will be adopted by other countries.
Four for Fridays!
Here's this week's questions:
1) Who's buried in Grant's tomb?
2) Why did the chicken cross the road?
3) Are you celebrating Columbus Day next Monday?
4) What's the meaning of meaning?
Thanks for playing. The winning blogger will get fame and fortune. In case of a tie, a fight to the death will take place.
1) Who's buried in Grant's tomb?
2) Why did the chicken cross the road?
3) Are you celebrating Columbus Day next Monday?
4) What's the meaning of meaning?
Thanks for playing. The winning blogger will get fame and fortune. In case of a tie, a fight to the death will take place.
Danger of Particle Accelerators
Martin Rees, a well-respected British cosmologist, has a warning about particle accelerators. There is a small, but very real possibility of disaster. Rees claims Earth could be crushed to the size of a soccer field by particle accelerators.
The Large Hadron Collider, which is a particle accelerator, shoots particles at incredibly high speeds, smashes them together, and scientists observe the fallout. According toScience Alert, these high-speed collisions have helped us discover a lot of new particles, but according to Rees, these discoveries come with several risks to humanity. In a new book, called On The Future: Prospects for Humanity, he gives some pretty dire possible outcomes of this type of advancement in science.
https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2018-10-02/renowned-cosmologist-warns-earth-could-be-crushed-particle-accelerator“Maybe a black hole could form, and then suck in everything around it,” he writes, as Sarah Knapton reported over at the Telegraph.But there’s an even more sinister way that Earth could be destroyed by the particle accelerators built on it. According to Rees, this would be a “catastrophe that engulfs space itself.”
“The second scary possibility is that the quarks would reassemble themselves into compressed objects called strangelets. That in itself would be harmless. However, under some hypotheses, a strangelet could, by contagion, convert anything else it encounters into a new form of matter, transforming the entire earth in a hyperdense sphere about one hundred meters across.”
That’s about the length of one soccer field or 330 feet.
“Empty space – what physicists call the vacuum – is more than just nothingness. It is the arena for everything that happens. It has, latent in it, all the forces and particles that govern the physical world. The present vacuum could be fragile and unstable,” Ress said.
“Some have speculated that the concentrated energy created when particles crash together could trigger a ‘phase transition’ that would rip the fabric of space. This would be a cosmic calamity, not just a terrestrial one.”
Thursday, October 4, 2018
Racine elected official found in contempt for discussing secret open records case
From JSOnline:
John Diedrich, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 5:50 p.m. CT Oct. 3, 2018 | Updated 6:13 p.m. CT Oct. 3, 2018
RACINE – A Racine Common Council member was held in contempt by a judge Wednesday for violating his secrecy order in an unusual records case that has been entirely shielded from public view.
Racine County Circuit Judge Eugene Gasiorkiewicz found that Sandy Weidner violated his sealing order by sharing court records with others. After the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported a story with details from the court records, the Racine city attorney asked the judge to have her found in contempt.
Gasiorkiewicz issued no fine against Weidner but said she would face $1,000 a day in fines if she violates his order again. An attorney representing the City of Racine unsuccessfully sought to fine Weidner $15,000 for the disclosure.
The judge ordered the city to tally its legal fees associated with the contempt case but said he would not require Weidner to pay them until an appeal in the matter is done.
The case stems from a request by Weidner to get records that were shared in a closed session by the city attorney.
An attorney for the Journal Sentinel, USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council is seeking to intervene in the case to protect the right to examine sealed court files and to argue proceedings should be conducted in open court.
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
The League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Janesville will host a watch party in
Janesville to watch the 1st District Congressional debate to be held in
Oak Creek on Friday, Oct. 19.
The party was organized after Democrat Randy Bryce and Republican Bryan Steil did not respond in time to an Aug. 15 request to debate in an event organized by the league and Forward Janesville, league President Linda Reinhardt said. UW-Whitewater at Rock County will host the party in Allen Hall, 2909 Kellogg Ave.
The league hoped to host a debate in late September or early October so people who vote early could have a chance to hear from the candidates, Reinhardt said.
The only candidate who agreed to the debate was Ken Yorgan, who is running as an independent, Reinhardt said.
Bryce and Steil have agreed to three debates in October, starting with the Oct. 19 event.
The watch party is open to the public. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for the debate scheduled to start at 7:30. The debate will be broadcast live at wiseye.org and jsonline.com.
The second debate will be in Kenosha. The third debate will be Oct. 29 in Rock County, but a specific location has not been determined.
https://www.gazettextra.com/news/local/st-district-debate-watch-party-set-for-oct/article_e98758a0-1373-59f5-800d-b035258cabbc.html#tncms-source=article-nav-nextThe party was organized after Democrat Randy Bryce and Republican Bryan Steil did not respond in time to an Aug. 15 request to debate in an event organized by the league and Forward Janesville, league President Linda Reinhardt said. UW-Whitewater at Rock County will host the party in Allen Hall, 2909 Kellogg Ave.
The league hoped to host a debate in late September or early October so people who vote early could have a chance to hear from the candidates, Reinhardt said.
The only candidate who agreed to the debate was Ken Yorgan, who is running as an independent, Reinhardt said.
Bryce and Steil have agreed to three debates in October, starting with the Oct. 19 event.
The watch party is open to the public. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for the debate scheduled to start at 7:30. The debate will be broadcast live at wiseye.org and jsonline.com.
The second debate will be in Kenosha. The third debate will be Oct. 29 in Rock County, but a specific location has not been determined.
Dear Madame Zoltar
Hello to my tribe! How are you? The weatherr has been so strange. Tomorow is supposed to get into the 80's, sandwihed in by two days in the 59's. And rain, rain, rain. Well, I guess not so strange by Racine Standards. I'm sure that the people from Foxconn are receiving an education Wait till they're buried in a foot of snow.
This week's Irregular Football League standings show me getting pretty low and The Mighty Bears are firmly in second place, trying to knock over the Half-Astrophycisists:
Even Mr. OrbsCorbs is ahead of me.
I had a chance to watch a little of last wel's Packer game. I must say, they looked good to me. I inderstamnd that Aaron Rodgerrs was complaining about the offense after the game. He'd do better to keep his mouth shut and stay healthy. Please, Aaron, don't get injured again.
Hey, hey, things are popping all over downtown thanks to Foxconn. The old Y will be turned into apartments. Zahn's has been bought, but the owner isn't sure what to do with it. Focxonn will take over 1 Main Place to make way for an innovation center. They keep talking about smart cities but I'm afraid Racine is terminally stupid.
I wonder what alternatives to apartments the new owner of Zahn's is considering. I can't think of anything else that would make money. Watch out that you don't listen to the lies you are told by DRC and others. Do market studies. Non-native company. See what they say
Junior cracked up his third car. How long has he been driving? The insurance won't cover it. Señor Zanza has said nothing. At least, not to me. What is it with driving and that boy?
Who will be our next governor? Tax and spend Tony Evers, or Uh, What? Scott Walker? I'm told that the rest of the stat4e hates Foxconn because of all the resources it's taking. Interesting.
Just so you know, I'm betting on Scooter. That doesn't mean I agree with him, but I expect him to win. The Republicans aren't done with us yet. One more term is all he asks for. One more term to permanently muck up a few projects.
If I was president, I would order everyone to shut up. Shut up and take a look at the life you're leading. Shut up, it ain't that bad. You have a job, an apartment, and a car. Shut up, that's great.
Shut up, I love you all. Thank you all for reading my blog today. Or at least for logging in. You're my friends. You're the reason I write this. You're the reason I rise in the morning.
_________________________
Please donate: paypal.me/jgmazelis
If you don't like PayPal, send me a note at madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com and I'll send you my street address so you can send a check or money order. Thank you.
This week's Irregular Football League standings show me getting pretty low and The Mighty Bears are firmly in second place, trying to knock over the Half-Astrophycisists:
Even Mr. OrbsCorbs is ahead of me.
I had a chance to watch a little of last wel's Packer game. I must say, they looked good to me. I inderstamnd that Aaron Rodgerrs was complaining about the offense after the game. He'd do better to keep his mouth shut and stay healthy. Please, Aaron, don't get injured again.
Hey, hey, things are popping all over downtown thanks to Foxconn. The old Y will be turned into apartments. Zahn's has been bought, but the owner isn't sure what to do with it. Focxonn will take over 1 Main Place to make way for an innovation center. They keep talking about smart cities but I'm afraid Racine is terminally stupid.
I wonder what alternatives to apartments the new owner of Zahn's is considering. I can't think of anything else that would make money. Watch out that you don't listen to the lies you are told by DRC and others. Do market studies. Non-native company. See what they say
Junior cracked up his third car. How long has he been driving? The insurance won't cover it. Señor Zanza has said nothing. At least, not to me. What is it with driving and that boy?
Who will be our next governor? Tax and spend Tony Evers, or Uh, What? Scott Walker? I'm told that the rest of the stat4e hates Foxconn because of all the resources it's taking. Interesting.
Just so you know, I'm betting on Scooter. That doesn't mean I agree with him, but I expect him to win. The Republicans aren't done with us yet. One more term is all he asks for. One more term to permanently muck up a few projects.
If I was president, I would order everyone to shut up. Shut up and take a look at the life you're leading. Shut up, it ain't that bad. You have a job, an apartment, and a car. Shut up, that's great.
Shut up, I love you all. Thank you all for reading my blog today. Or at least for logging in. You're my friends. You're the reason I write this. You're the reason I rise in the morning.
_________________________
Please donate: paypal.me/jgmazelis
If you don't like PayPal, send me a note at madamezoltar@jtirregulars.com and I'll send you my street address so you can send a check or money order. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Downtown Racine Foxconn innovation center announced
From The Journal Times.com:
RACINE — The Foxconn Technology Group on Tuesday announced plans to open an innovation center in Downtown Racine where the company will work with community partners to develop and implement “smart city” innovations.
RACINE — The Foxconn Technology Group on Tuesday announced plans to open an innovation center in Downtown Racine where the company will work with community partners to develop and implement “smart city” innovations.
According to a release from the governor's office:
Foxconn Place Racine and the Wisconn Valley Innovation Center will connect Foxconn with institutions of higher education, businesses, local governments and the community to bring “smart city” research and development to the Racine area and beyond, according to a news release from Gov. Scott Walker that coincided with a news conference Tuesday afternoon in Downtown.
Read more: https://journaltimes.com/news/local/downtown-racine-foxconn-innovation-center-announced/article_8a076a0e-75fe-5b83-80f0-68e62db07066.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
Read more: https://journaltimes.com/news/local/downtown-racine-foxconn-innovation-center-announced/article_8a076a0e-75fe-5b83-80f0-68e62db07066.html#tracking-source=home-top-story
VOTE!!!
From The Shepherd Express:
by Art Kumbalek
Oct. 02, 2018
3:51 p.m.
I’m Art Kumbalek and man oh manischewitz what a world, ain’a? So listen, I’m not going to take up any of your time this week ’cause you’ve got a job to do. And that is that Early Voting/In-Person Absentee Voting season is upon us, so I want you to drop whatever it is you’re doing right now and proceed directly to your polling joint and get your ballot into the hopper—especially you diehard and could-be-Democrat-this-time voters, what the fock.
Here in Brewtown, this is the schedule on a silver platter for you’s early birds ’cause that’s the kind of guy I am:September 24 – October 12 Monday—Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Zeidler Municipal Building, 841 N. Broadway (no voting at Market Street entrance) Midtown Center, 5700 W. Capitol Drive (located west of Pick ‘n Save, enter lot at 58th & Capitol) Mitchell Street Library, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. AND: Monday, October 15 – Sunday, November 4 Monday—Friday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturdays (Oct. 27 & Nov. 3 only) 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays (Oct. 28 & Nov. 4 only) 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Zeidler Municipal Building, 841 N. Broadway Midtown Center, 5700 W. Capitol Drive Mitchell Street Library, 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Zablocki Library, 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave. Center Street Library, 2727 W. Fond du Lac Ave. Mill Road Library, 6431 N. 76th St. UWM Peck School of the Arts, 2419 E. Kenwood Blvd. (located in the Helene Zelazo Center across from the student union) MATC, 700 W. State St. (MATC students and faculty only for this location, schedule subject to MATC hours) *Voting hours at UWM on Friday, October 26 are 8am to 12pm only *No voter registration on November 3 or November 4 *No Sunday hours at MATC locationOK, so let’s get going—the sooner we get our voting done, the sooner we can all have a nice cocktail or three as reward for a job well done, ’cause I’m Art Kumbalek and I told you so.
Monday, October 1, 2018
From Racine County Cirruption
Attention Judge Gag-the-bitch
You may silence Sandy, but you won't silence us.
A "gofundme" account has been established to help with
Sandy Weidner's legal fight.
Please help her fight the good fight against the evil empire.
https://www.gofundme.com/help-alderman-fight-secret-court
We at RCC say
GAME ON!
You may silence Sandy, but you won't silence us.
A "gofundme" account has been established to help with
Sandy Weidner's legal fight.
Please help her fight the good fight against the evil empire.
https://www.gofundme.com/help-alderman-fight-secret-court
We at RCC say
GAME ON!
Gasiorkiewicz - Letteney - Cohen
conspiring clowns
Marijuana referendum questions go to voters Nov. 6 in 16 Wisconsin counties, two cities
On July 13, 2017, State Representative Melissa Sargent holds a news conference to announce legislation to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Eye
When voters in 16 Wisconsin counties and two cities go to the polls Nov. 6 they will join a nationwide debate by marking their ballots for or against legalizing marijuana use either for medical reasons or personal recreation.
The advisory referendum questions are scattered on local ballots throughout the state, from Milwaukee and Dane to La Crosse and Langlade counties and the cities of Waukesha and Racine. All were approved by county boards or city councils.
Supportive officials and marijuana legalization activists say the referendums will provide a measure of public opinion that can be shared with the state Legislature, and possibly spur new laws relaxing or eliminating current prohibitions on pot.
Read nire:https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2018/08/31/marijuana-nov-6-ballot-16-wisconsin-counties-2-cities/1110640002/
Go Fund Me
Dear City of Racine Alderpersons,
When City Attorney Scott Letteney failed in his duty to protect and maintain the dignity and integrity of he chose to attack the whistle-blower, instead of admitting his error.
When Racine County Circuit Court Judge Eugene Gasiorkiewicz chose to abuse his authority and seal an open records case - likely precedent setting - he over-reached the bounds of his authority and assisted in concealing the error of City Attorney Scott Letteney.
It is time to stop the charade and pretense of legal process under the color of law.
Please consider:
Wisconsin does not and should not have secret courts, especially when it comes to the litigation of open records issues. The public has a right to know when public officials seek to quash our right to know. Sandy Weidner has spent $20,000 of her own money for the right of the public to access your government records. This is a case about the will to secrecy running amok. Please consider joining the fight to help Sandy a true patriot shine light on the right to access our government! Please donate or share we will keep you informed as events unfold.
Sanda Weidner has represented Racine Wisconsin"s 6th District for nearly 20 years. Last year, she was running for mayor and being critical of the status quo.
Ald. Sandra Weidner told the Milwaukee Journal she was in the midst of running for mayor last summer when City Attorney Scott Letteney called a closed-session meeting of the Executive Committee and urged all council members to attend. She said he gave a PowerPoint presentation of roughly 30 emails, most of which were hers, characterizing them as improper sharing of confidential information with the public.
The committee then recommended, and the Common Council approved, asking the city's Ethics Boards for an advisory opinion on whether the emailing activities violated Racine's ethics ordinance.
Weidner said she and her attorney sought copies of the presentation's slides but were denied by Letteney, who said he could not disclose things presented or discussed in a closed session. So Weidner filed a petition for a court order under Wisconsin's open records law.
But at the first hearing on the case, in January, Racine County Circuit Judge Eugene Gasiorkiewicz, after meeting with lawyers in his chambers, told others there for the hearing that they had to leave because he was sealing the case. It can't be found on CCAP, the state's online court records index, and if you search by the case number, the result says only that the case is sealed.
"We're seeing more and more efforts by all three branches of government to take the public's business private," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editor George Stanley said. "Now, a judge had decided he can seal off all information about an Open Records case, and a taxpayer-funded city attorney is seeking to punish an elected official for daring to let the public know about it.
"He wanted to publicly humiliate me. Said he’s tried everything in his power to 'monitor my behavior,' " she said. The problem, she said, is that nothing she sent to constituents, in her experience, was confidential.
"To him, anything that comes into or out of the city attorney's office is covered by the attorney-client privilege," she said, a far more expansive interpretation than the law allows.
Advocates for open government are astounded and have never heard of a public records suit being sealed, or any kind of case without some record of who the parties are and why it was under seal.
Sanda Weidner has represented Racine Wisconsin"s 6th District for nearly 20 years. Last year, she was running for mayor and being critical of the status quo.
Ald. Sandra Weidner told the Milwaukee Journal she was in the midst of running for mayor last summer when City Attorney Scott Letteney called a closed-session meeting of the Executive Committee and urged all council members to attend. She said he gave a PowerPoint presentation of roughly 30 emails, most of which were hers, characterizing them as improper sharing of confidential information with the public.
The committee then recommended, and the Common Council approved, asking the city's Ethics Boards for an advisory opinion on whether the emailing activities violated Racine's ethics ordinance.
Weidner said she and her attorney sought copies of the presentation's slides but were denied by Letteney, who said he could not disclose things presented or discussed in a closed session. So Weidner filed a petition for a court order under Wisconsin's open records law.
But at the first hearing on the case, in January, Racine County Circuit Judge Eugene Gasiorkiewicz, after meeting with lawyers in his chambers, told others there for the hearing that they had to leave because he was sealing the case. It can't be found on CCAP, the state's online court records index, and if you search by the case number, the result says only that the case is sealed.
"We're seeing more and more efforts by all three branches of government to take the public's business private," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel editor George Stanley said. "Now, a judge had decided he can seal off all information about an Open Records case, and a taxpayer-funded city attorney is seeking to punish an elected official for daring to let the public know about it.
"He wanted to publicly humiliate me. Said he’s tried everything in his power to 'monitor my behavior,' " she said. The problem, she said, is that nothing she sent to constituents, in her experience, was confidential.
"To him, anything that comes into or out of the city attorney's office is covered by the attorney-client privilege," she said, a far more expansive interpretation than the law allows.
Advocates for open government are astounded and have never heard of a public records suit being sealed, or any kind of case without some record of who the parties are and why it was under seal.
Sincerely,
Sunday, September 30, 2018
1 Dead In Allentown Car Explosion
Payback is a bitch.
"Republican Gov. Scott Walker says he's the underdog in race against Democrat Tony Evers"
From JSOnline:
Bill Glauber, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 11:05 a.m. CT Sept. 30, 2018 | Updated 12:08 p.m. CT Sept. 30, 2018
Bill Glauber, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Published 11:05 a.m. CT Sept. 30, 2018 | Updated 12:08 p.m. CT Sept. 30, 2018
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Gov. Scott Walker and State Superintendent Tony Evers(Photo: Scott Walker and Tony Evers campaign)
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"Down in the polls, Republican Gov. Scott Walker claimed the role of underdog in his race against Democrat Tony Evers.
"'I kind of relish it. I like to rumble,' Walker said during an interview on 'UpFront with Mike Gousha' that aired Sunday."
Oh, please...
Staez - Cool One
Kinda fits with Jack in the Box.....
Well, I picked my baby up she slid right in
I revved my Chevy up and revved it again
Her daddy's standing out beside the street
I laid some rubber there for him to eat
She's a co-co-co-co-co-co-co-co
Co-co-co-co-co-co-co-co
Cool one
And the show now...
She reached over and she squeezed on my rocks
I lost it all in the popcorn box
I hollered louder than an Indian scout
And that's when the usher started prowlin' about
I revved my Chevy up and revved it again
Her daddy's standing out beside the street
I laid some rubber there for him to eat
She's a co-co-co-co-co-co-co-co
Co-co-co-co-co-co-co-co
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Man killed in freak car crash after trying to reach his food at Jack in the Box drive-thru in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS • A man who apparently had trouble reaching his food at a drive-thru window at a Jack in the Box restaurant on South Grand Boulevard was killed after he was pinned by his own car.
Charles Wood Jr., 20, was pronounced dead at a hospital after the accident at the restaurant Wednesday night, police said.
Wood pulled up to the drive-thru window at an angle just after 10 p.m., police said. While trying to reach his food from the window, he apparently opened his door and leaned out of his car, police said. The car was in reverse and somehow accelerated backward, pinning Wood against a tree.
Wood suffered serious injuries to his head, neck, torso and legs, police said. He was taken to a hospital and was pronounced dead there.
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