Emil Franzi writes about issues of concern in his "Inside Track" column that appears in The Explorer. In the January 30 issue, Mr. Franzi addresses Oro Valley's propensity to get involved with legal issues, usually being on the wrong side. Franzi writes about our recent encounter with Oro Valley and as he reports there were other instances, even more egregious and certainly more costly to the taxpayers.
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You can read Franzi's column here.http://www.explorernews.com/article/show/21321
15 comments:
What gives the town of Oro Valley the right to spend tax money fighting freedom of speech & freedom of the citizens to be involved in the Referendum and Initiative process.
Geez no wonder we don't trust our government and our politicans
They need to understand that this is our town, our town hall and our money they are spending.
oro Valley is so out of control with spending and then to spend our tax money fighting citizens who are participating in the process is just another slap in the face.
Over $110,000 spend of our money to fight freedom and the rights of the citizens.
If people are not po'd they should be!!!
And why no answer about who filed this complaint??
We need to know. This is a simple
request. Why are they dragging their feet?
The source of the complaint was identified to Art and the Star on Monday
Yes. On Jan 28,the Town Clerk advised the name of the "citizen" that initiated the action concerning the blog.
At this time, I would rather not publish the name of the person, as I do not have it in writing from the Town Clerk---only verbally.
I will be happy to report the name here, unless it becomes public prior to my doing so.
I will say this. I do NOT know the "citizen," but I do know the "inquiry" was via email and was from a "Mr. & Mrs," and both are well known by the Mayor and especially some of the Council Members.
Perhaps, the Az Star reporter can determine how and why the "citizen" saw fit to initiate this action after the blog has been endorsing Bill Garner & Salette Latas for many months prior to this "inquiry."
Art
Well then could you please publish the name with a notation or disclaimer that this informaton was provided verbablly by the town clerk.
Too much already
Without making light of a serious situation, maybe we should do "A Question Of The Week"----Name the citizen that started the town on their ill conceived endeavor?
The winner can get five minutes---not three, to address the Town Council and tell them why they believe voters should not vote for any incumbent in the upcoming election.
Another alternative----Terry Parish is welcome to tell you the name as he certainly knows who it is.
At this point, I'd rather it be him than me----as I surely don't want to lose my "Not required to form a Political Committee status!"
Art, you say that you will be happy to report the name here, unless it becomes public prior to you doing so.
I eagerly await the news!
Let the reader decide if there is any connection to the elections or not.
So I have been out on business and I come back to this?
Wasn't this the information that was so feverishly requested? And now, it will not be revealed?
Art, it appears that you are withholding something from this blog. Is this 'citizen'(Mr. & Mrs.) so powerful that you are threatened and running scared?
I have been 'poking' around a bit and have uncovered some interesting information. (Of which I am afraid to post, because there is an air of secrecy and fear).
It appears to me that there is something bigger lying beneath the surface of Oro Valley and that the corruption runs deeper than anyone is willing to dicuss on this blog. Am I missing something?
Please look at the AZ Daily Star article; "Town tells blogger he needs to register", look at comment number 62, and tell me what the HELL in going on in OV?
Hey, who's comment was deleted? I just want everyone to know THIS time it wasn't me!!!
There is nothing sinister going on here. The deleted comment was from "Ms Coyote," who saw fit to delete it.
I have been advised by the Town Clerk who the "citizen" was that initiated this "inquiry" concerning me and the blog. I will have this information in writing, as Ms. Culvelier has mailed it to me, per my request. Once I have it, I will be happy to report it for all to see. It should be no later than tomorrow.
Some may recognize the name: others may not. Those who recognize the name may not be surprised.
Art
Thanks Art... I have my idea of who it is, but wanted to keep my allegations to myself. I understand the need to get it in writing!
Did you look at the other comment I referenced?
(Please look at the AZ Daily Star article; "Town tells blogger he needs to register", look at comment number 62...)
Do you have any guesses? Can this be true..can the Magistrate in OV be covering and conspiring?
"OVWebSleuth"-- The writer of the #62 comment using the pseudonym, "Stosh" is the same person who wrote me a number of emails previously, which I chose to not share. In his last email, he gave his true name.
While it certainly appears that those in our town government who know about the "situation," wish to "keep it under wraps," I can assure you, it does not involve any council person or staff member.
There are really more than enough issues that should concern all the citizens, and this one probably does not deserve any further discussion.
Let me assure everyone, the story that "Stosh" relates has absolutely no bearing on our taxes, our "giveaways," our not adhering to town codes, our frivolous way of spending OUR money or anything of REAL importance.
It does involve a personal matter and pertains to an OV employee.
I think we should let it go at that.
Art
The same type of "comments" are also posted in the Sonoran Alliance, but under another "name".
I wasn't implying that this was a council member, it very clearly states it was an employee.
I guess my concern, (even though it has nothing to do with taxes, giveaways..etc..) is that once again, MY tax money was spent to cover something up. To say this is not of REAL importance...IS WRONG! (if it wasn't important, then why cover it up?)
The more I see and hear, the more I realize that our govt from employee to council to Magistrate and all around...is corrupt.
It is time to clean house in OV and make a govt in which we can be proud. It is embarrasing to admit in my professional life that I live in OV...how many laughs and hoots I receive!
ovwebsleuth....
You continue to make accusations, spread untruths and make comments that can only lead one to the conclusion that you have an alternative ax to grind.
Be objective, factual, compassionate or (my thought)
fade into obscurity. I have yet to see anything constructive to any discussion added by you.
OVOT
You talk about being constructive? Is that what you believe you are? You are so VERY ANGRY all of the time, it is hard to see YOUR objectivity through your angry asinine comments... Why are you so ANGRY?
I have YET to spread any untruths! I have been careful to post ONLY the information in which there are legitimate resources to back up what I have posted.
I DO have much more info, but it is based on word-of-mouth and I have chosen not to share that info here.
I will fade into obscurity once Parish and Dankwerth are no longer on council!..No wait, I cannot promise that..!
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