My wife and I moved to Oro Valley in 1993. At that time, David Andrews was working as the Finance Director for Oro Valley for more than a year. After thirteen years, David became the Assistant Town Manager, and in a very smart move, in September 2006, the Town Council voted unanimously to promote David to the position of Town Manager.
One thing has been consistent all during David's tenure with Oro Valley. His caring and diligence and hard work on behalf of the citizens of our community has always been in the forefront. Anyone that knows David, or even watches his demeanor at Town Council meetings can readily see a low key, dedicated worker that is always concerned with the people that work for him, but more important, the people that he works for---the citizens of Oro Valley.
Does David ever get angry? I'm sure he does, but I can honestly say I have never seen it in all the years I've been attending or watching council meetings.
That was until last night! David, for the first time that I'm aware was outwardly agitated by the mayor and the other 3 members that totally usurped David's recommendation to be fiscally responsible. Was David sorry for himself? I doubt it. He was sorry, because he knew the actions of Loomis, Kunisch, Carter & Abbott were wrong and would ultimately be harmful to Oro Valley.
We noted the actions the council took in our posting last night, so we won't repeat it here. See Council Votes To "Raid" Contingency Fund With Total Disregard Of "Unintended Consequences"
Why these four think they have more knowledge than David on the financial situation facing Oro Valley is hard to fathom. Needless to say, once again David Andrews did the best he could for the people of Oro Valley. This time, his best, was not good enough.
That is a shame!
