NC YIPPIE
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« on: February 05, 2007, 03:39:01 PM » |
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Is this really the type of person we want representing us on the County Commission? I mean, a man who is actually willing to reach out to his former opponent? I think this kind fence riding is beneath the character of any man who would lead others. Can any of you really think this is GOOD for our community?
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« Reply #1 on: February 05, 2007, 04:00:20 PM » |
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Actually, I do think that this is a good idea, and not necessarily fence sitting on Tom's part. Tom is reaching out to differing viewpoints ... this one happens to be a conservative from the west who also happened to be one of the original members of the Strategic Plan Development Committee that crafted the adopted Strategic Plan. I believe Karl may have a great deal to offer, but I will guarantee he will speak his own mind. If we are going to work together for the future of Chatham we need to include even those with whom we might disagree.
If we all agree on everything, then all but one of us is necessary ...
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« Reply #2 on: February 05, 2007, 04:25:25 PM » |
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NC Yip ... in rereading your post, I believe I should I have expected a tongue firmly planted in your cheek. Correct? Hope so ...  |
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« Reply #3 on: February 05, 2007, 04:42:46 PM » |
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Well Yippie-- you know he only did it because the Coalition told him to. Everyone knows they own him body and soul.  |
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« Reply #4 on: February 05, 2007, 05:11:35 PM » |
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I think it was pretty smart politically speaking. Since they removed six people from the board with opinions and knowledge that they do not approve of, having one man there will likely not hurt them and gives them some political cover to the inevitable charge of packing the board.
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« Reply #5 on: February 05, 2007, 05:31:08 PM » |
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I would suggest that the BOC did pack the board with folks that share their vision. I don't think they've made any secret about that. That is what they said they intended to do. Therefore, I do not believe putting Karl on the board was a political move, but rather one to move us forward with diverse points of view that would be productive for a change.
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« Reply #6 on: February 05, 2007, 07:15:59 PM » |
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Come drive by Chatham Downs Chrsthsbftr and you will see a one perfect example of why the gang of 6 was "removed" from the planning board.  |
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« Reply #7 on: February 05, 2007, 07:23:18 PM » |
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Why would Karl Ernst want to be on a board where most people probably will not agree with him. Maybe he has always been coalition???
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« Reply #8 on: February 05, 2007, 07:44:18 PM » |
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I would suggest that the BOC did pack the board with folks that share their vision. I don't think they've made any secret about that. That is what they said they intended to do. Therefore, I do not believe putting Karl on the board was a political move, but rather one to move us forward with diverse points of view that would be productive for a change.
I am having trouble following the math here. They put people on the board that share their vision and put Karl on the board because they don't want someone that shares their vision. |
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« Reply #9 on: February 05, 2007, 07:50:32 PM » |
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Vanderbeck did what he was told to do by George the man because George the man is in control of the entire board. If you don't believe me,just go to the board meetings and watch this man do his dog & pony tricks. Vanderbeck was told to appoint Ernst because Ernst will obey and perform his tricks as commanded.
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« Reply #10 on: February 05, 2007, 08:02:46 PM » |
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 Vanderbeck did what he was told to do by George the man because George the man is in control of the entire board. If you don't believe me,just go to the board meetings and watch this man do his dog & pony tricks. Vanderbeck was told to appoint Ernst because Ernst will obey and perform his tricks as commanded.
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« Reply #11 on: February 05, 2007, 08:38:37 PM » |
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There just ain't no pleasing some folks.
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« Reply #12 on: February 06, 2007, 06:58:24 AM » |
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I thought Jeffrey Starkweather was in control of the county? Now it's George?
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« Reply #13 on: February 06, 2007, 07:18:06 AM » |
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Vanderbeck was told to appoint Ernst because Ernst will obey and perform his tricks as commanded. You obviously don't know Karl. They put people on the board that share their vision and put Karl on the board because they don't want someone that shares their vision. Karl does share the vision in a strategic plan for the County. But that does not necessarily mean he will be in lock-step with everything [pick one ... Board, George, Jeffrey, or any other monarchial despot] wants him to do. It's not 'you're either for me or agin' me' ... Chatham's future is more complex than that. Frankly, this is tiring ... cynicism and sarcasm are great tools if you wish to sit on the sidelines and snipe at those with whom you disagree ... it's much more difficult to be in the game. Of those on this board, and in this conversation ... anyone serving on a County board or committee? Anyone being denied that opportunity? Anyone???  |
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« Reply #14 on: February 06, 2007, 07:31:52 AM » |
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Sweet-
I find your comments about George Lucier very offensive. You obviously don't know the man. He's the most qualified, intelligent, CARING person to hit that board in many years. Time will tell.
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