First, "lame duck" Carter turned on his fellow Council Members, Bill Garner, Barry Gillaspie and Salette Latas.
Next to get the wrath was his very good friend David Andrews, who Carter saw fit to remove from his position as our Town Manager.
Now, Carter comes after Mike Zinkin.
Is it any wonder Carter finished 6th out of seven candidates in his lame attempt to seek reelection to the Town Council?
All he does in his Explorer letter is repeat old "garbage." Carter is not smart enough to realize that Mike Zinkin will NOT lose votes by upholding the Town Codes and the General Plan. As a sitting council member, you would think Carter would understand that simple credo.
Here's his letter----if anyone cares.
Zinkin actions were delays for OV businesses
This letter is written by myself as a voter and a citizen of Oro Valley.
Mike Zinkin in his talks has put forth the image that he is for small business and will aid them in the work of getting plans approved, etc.
I have followed and attended the majority of the Development Review Board meetings. As chair of DRB, Mr. Zinkin needs to explain his votes on several issues that delayed the plans and work for construction. Examples include decisions on Arbys using Yokohama Rice bowl existing building, the shade of brown to be used on Wal-Mart stores, and whether palm trees planned for the In-And-Out Burger site could be used. All of these substantially delayed the project completions and contributed to the "hard to work with" perception that business people have had with Oro Valley.
Another item, which has amazed me, is his coming out with a major decision on the existing Kai land and by flyer putting out the message that he would do his best to control any use of the land other than what the local neighbors want.
It should also be noted that neither Mr. Zinkin nor Mr. Rabb were sufficiently interested in next year's budget to attend the April 24 Saturday budget study session. Mr. Hiremath, Waters and Hornat were all in attendance and contributed with questions.
And we understand that a complaint has been filed regarding Mr. Zinkin's unauthorized use of the town's seal in campaign literature that was mailed to town residents.
One thing that you learn at an early date is that there are seven voters on the council and four will do a majority and can vote in an item.
Looking forward to the up and coming election results and the outcome of the end results.
KC Carter, Oro Valley
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Kathy Pastryk Says "Hiremath Is A Disciple Of Special Interests"
Please read Kathy's letter to The Explorer.We certainly agree with her analysis.
Hiremath is a disciple of special interests
Since 2008, the Town of Oro Valley has not contributed to the Northern Pima County Chamber of Commerce. Partially due to budget constraints, town council voted not to fund the former Greater Oro Valley Arts Council), TREO, the Tucson visitors bureau and others having little to do with business in Oro Valley.
Lo and behold, these organizations now endorse Satish Hiremath for mayor of Oro Valley. Hiremath's statement on the matter is that the organizations will provide levels of service that "we as elected officers" are responsible for in providing for "our" citizens.
Wait a minute. Who are "we elected officers?" Does Satish Hiremath think that he is already elected? Perhaps so. Said organizations have contributed heavily to his campaign, so the assumption may be that this upcoming election is a "done deal."
Not so fast, Dr. Hiremath.
Mike Zinkin is in this race to win. Many know that he has regularly participated in a wide range of town activities over the years.
While Hiremath was cleaning teeth, Zinkin's genuine, sustained interest in town government led him study and graduate twice from Oro Valley's highly regarded Citizens' Planning Institute.
What did Hiremath, as head of GOVAC, do for local artists? Nada mucho. He used taxpayers' money to bring in jazz musicians from all over the country, then charged $75 per person for tickets. Was this truly serving the needs of OV citizens?
Meanwhile, Zinkin safeguarded our town code and quality of life. Serving on and chairing the Development Review Board, he ensured that developers' and architects' projects were both practical and harmonious with Oro Valley's exceptional surroundings. Zinkin knows and respects Oro Valley's general plan and our strategic plan. We can count on him to adhere to both.
While Hiremath attended a single town council meeting to beg for GOVAC money (storming out when council refused), Zinkin put in long hours with our young people, officiating at youth sports.
Zinkin has wisdom derived from genuine experience with our townspeople and our businesses. Hiremath is a dilettante and a disciple of special interests.
Kathleen Pastryk, Oro Valley
Hiremath is a disciple of special interests
Since 2008, the Town of Oro Valley has not contributed to the Northern Pima County Chamber of Commerce. Partially due to budget constraints, town council voted not to fund the former Greater Oro Valley Arts Council), TREO, the Tucson visitors bureau and others having little to do with business in Oro Valley.
Lo and behold, these organizations now endorse Satish Hiremath for mayor of Oro Valley. Hiremath's statement on the matter is that the organizations will provide levels of service that "we as elected officers" are responsible for in providing for "our" citizens.
Wait a minute. Who are "we elected officers?" Does Satish Hiremath think that he is already elected? Perhaps so. Said organizations have contributed heavily to his campaign, so the assumption may be that this upcoming election is a "done deal."
Not so fast, Dr. Hiremath.
Mike Zinkin is in this race to win. Many know that he has regularly participated in a wide range of town activities over the years.
While Hiremath was cleaning teeth, Zinkin's genuine, sustained interest in town government led him study and graduate twice from Oro Valley's highly regarded Citizens' Planning Institute.
What did Hiremath, as head of GOVAC, do for local artists? Nada mucho. He used taxpayers' money to bring in jazz musicians from all over the country, then charged $75 per person for tickets. Was this truly serving the needs of OV citizens?
Meanwhile, Zinkin safeguarded our town code and quality of life. Serving on and chairing the Development Review Board, he ensured that developers' and architects' projects were both practical and harmonious with Oro Valley's exceptional surroundings. Zinkin knows and respects Oro Valley's general plan and our strategic plan. We can count on him to adhere to both.
While Hiremath attended a single town council meeting to beg for GOVAC money (storming out when council refused), Zinkin put in long hours with our young people, officiating at youth sports.
Zinkin has wisdom derived from genuine experience with our townspeople and our businesses. Hiremath is a dilettante and a disciple of special interests.
Kathleen Pastryk, Oro Valley
Oro Valley Resident Chooses Mike Zinkin & Matt Rabb For Mayor & Council
Jo Di Gennero analyzed the candidates and decided Mike Zinkin & Matt Rabb are the best choice for mayor and council. Her husband concurs. Read why in her Explorer letter.
In past, people of OV were 'taken for ride'
I am a recently retired, average Oro Valley citizen who was never involved with politics until now. I am learning as much as I can about the candidates so that I can become an educated voter. I am not part of a special interest group and I will not allow any special interest group to sway my vote.
I am worried about the future of my community. Things happened in the past that totally disregarded the views and opinions of the people who live here. I think citizens were "taken for a ride" and I don't want to see this continuing.
The coming election In Oro Valley is very important. I urge people to see through the "smoke screen" that is being created. It happened before, so I hope we don't let it happen again.
My husband and I will be voting for Mike Zinkin as mayor and Matthew Rabb for council. We feel that these are the only two candidates that we can count on to serve us, as citizens who live here, and not the interests of outside agencies that support the other candidates.
I can only pray that all other Oro Valley voters will become familiar with the candidate's views, see what special interest groups support them ( ask why) and then, cast an educated vote.
I would like to see a debate between the candidates but as to date, the other candidate has refused to debate with Mike Zinkin. We should wonder why the other candidate is not willing to do this.
Josephine Di Gennaro, Oro Valley
In past, people of OV were 'taken for ride'
I am a recently retired, average Oro Valley citizen who was never involved with politics until now. I am learning as much as I can about the candidates so that I can become an educated voter. I am not part of a special interest group and I will not allow any special interest group to sway my vote.
I am worried about the future of my community. Things happened in the past that totally disregarded the views and opinions of the people who live here. I think citizens were "taken for a ride" and I don't want to see this continuing.
The coming election In Oro Valley is very important. I urge people to see through the "smoke screen" that is being created. It happened before, so I hope we don't let it happen again.
My husband and I will be voting for Mike Zinkin as mayor and Matthew Rabb for council. We feel that these are the only two candidates that we can count on to serve us, as citizens who live here, and not the interests of outside agencies that support the other candidates.
I can only pray that all other Oro Valley voters will become familiar with the candidate's views, see what special interest groups support them ( ask why) and then, cast an educated vote.
I would like to see a debate between the candidates but as to date, the other candidate has refused to debate with Mike Zinkin. We should wonder why the other candidate is not willing to do this.
Josephine Di Gennaro, Oro Valley
Geri Ottoboni Reminds Us--- Mike Zinkin Says "No" To Property Tax
For those few that still do not believe Mike's position on NO property tax,please read Geri's letter to The Explorer.
Perhaps he did not hear, nor read comments
I am shocked at the postcard and recent Sun City Republican meeting that I attended, where Dr. Hiremath, implied, that if we didn't vote for him, there would be a property tax in Oro Valley. This is almost a blackmail statement.
I have attended several forums, where apparently Dr. Hiremath didn't hear, but I did hear Mike Zinkin state that he was against a property tax for Oro Valley. Not only do I have good hearing, but also my reading skills are good. I am referring to the question and answer section for the candidates in this paper.
Perhaps this needs to be repeated for Dr. Hiremath to read. Question #2 Would you put a property tax question on the ballot for voter approval? "Why or why not?" Mike Zinkin's answer: "There cannot be any property tax without voter approval. At this time, with so many of our residents on fixed incomes, facing job losses, or struggling to pay their bills, it would be premature and irresponsible to even consider a property tax. If 10 years ago the cost of government was $1,700 per resident, and now government costs $4,600 per resident, that indicates there is a lot of excess. We must be fiscally responsible and separate our wants from our needs."
My comment to Dr. Hiremath — "Read his lips."
Geri Ottoboni, Oro Valley
Perhaps he did not hear, nor read comments
I am shocked at the postcard and recent Sun City Republican meeting that I attended, where Dr. Hiremath, implied, that if we didn't vote for him, there would be a property tax in Oro Valley. This is almost a blackmail statement.
I have attended several forums, where apparently Dr. Hiremath didn't hear, but I did hear Mike Zinkin state that he was against a property tax for Oro Valley. Not only do I have good hearing, but also my reading skills are good. I am referring to the question and answer section for the candidates in this paper.
Perhaps this needs to be repeated for Dr. Hiremath to read. Question #2 Would you put a property tax question on the ballot for voter approval? "Why or why not?" Mike Zinkin's answer: "There cannot be any property tax without voter approval. At this time, with so many of our residents on fixed incomes, facing job losses, or struggling to pay their bills, it would be premature and irresponsible to even consider a property tax. If 10 years ago the cost of government was $1,700 per resident, and now government costs $4,600 per resident, that indicates there is a lot of excess. We must be fiscally responsible and separate our wants from our needs."
My comment to Dr. Hiremath — "Read his lips."
Geri Ottoboni, Oro Valley
John Musolf: Asks--"Why Obsession With MTCVB, TREO Funds?
John knows from whence he speaks. Here's his Explorer letter.
Why obsession with MTCVB, TREO funds?
On Nov. 18, the Town of Oro Valley council voted 5-0 for the suspension of all community funding for 2010/2011.
This cut-off of public funding deeply concerned two "special interest" groups: Metropolitan Tucson Convention &Visitors Bureau and Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities that were under community funding.
Not to worry. A different approach might be found to continue the tax "earmarks" for these "special interest" groups.
On Jan. 23, Mayor Loomis stated that funding should be included for MTCVB and TREO in the fiscal 2010-'11 budget under economic development.
On Jan. 27, Mayor Loomis made a motion, seconded by Councilman Al Kunisch, to add a study session for a "revised" economic development process.
At the March 24 study session, "special interest" agencies MTCVB and TREO appeared to "testify" that they needed tax "earmarks" under a "revised" EDA process to get their funding restored for fiscal 2010-'11.
At the April 7 town council meeting, a resolution was passed to create a separate line item in the economic development budget through which the council could allocate funding to economic development agencies if they so choose. This option would remove the allocation of funding for economic development agencies from the community funding process, thereby providing council the discretion to allocate funding for these agencies during the annual budget process (MTCVB and TREO were these agencies).
On April 14, a balanced budget was presented to the mayor and council. It did not include any funding for MTCVB and TREO.
At the April 24 budget study session, Mayor Loomis raised some questions. One question concerned fiscal 2010-'11 funding for MTCVB and TREO. The discussion was moved to the April 28 budget study session.
Why the obsession with MTCVB and TREO funding?
Assuming that economic development agencies are critical to the town operations and funding can be found, then the economic development manager, could advertise for competitive bids (request for proposals) from economic development organizations for developing business and tourism growth. MTCVB and TREO should not be awarded automatically.
John Musolf, Oro Valley
Why obsession with MTCVB, TREO funds?
On Nov. 18, the Town of Oro Valley council voted 5-0 for the suspension of all community funding for 2010/2011.
This cut-off of public funding deeply concerned two "special interest" groups: Metropolitan Tucson Convention &Visitors Bureau and Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities that were under community funding.
Not to worry. A different approach might be found to continue the tax "earmarks" for these "special interest" groups.
On Jan. 23, Mayor Loomis stated that funding should be included for MTCVB and TREO in the fiscal 2010-'11 budget under economic development.
On Jan. 27, Mayor Loomis made a motion, seconded by Councilman Al Kunisch, to add a study session for a "revised" economic development process.
At the March 24 study session, "special interest" agencies MTCVB and TREO appeared to "testify" that they needed tax "earmarks" under a "revised" EDA process to get their funding restored for fiscal 2010-'11.
At the April 7 town council meeting, a resolution was passed to create a separate line item in the economic development budget through which the council could allocate funding to economic development agencies if they so choose. This option would remove the allocation of funding for economic development agencies from the community funding process, thereby providing council the discretion to allocate funding for these agencies during the annual budget process (MTCVB and TREO were these agencies).
On April 14, a balanced budget was presented to the mayor and council. It did not include any funding for MTCVB and TREO.
At the April 24 budget study session, Mayor Loomis raised some questions. One question concerned fiscal 2010-'11 funding for MTCVB and TREO. The discussion was moved to the April 28 budget study session.
Why the obsession with MTCVB and TREO funding?
Assuming that economic development agencies are critical to the town operations and funding can be found, then the economic development manager, could advertise for competitive bids (request for proposals) from economic development organizations for developing business and tourism growth. MTCVB and TREO should not be awarded automatically.
John Musolf, Oro Valley
Do We Want Four More Years Of Paul Loomis? We Say "NO!"
It won't be Loomis, as such, but a continuation of the same policies. That is why we need to elect Mike Zinkin Oro Valley Mayor. Here's my Explorer letter.
Why would OV take Loomis' suggestion?
As a close observer of Oro Valley politics, I couldn't help but notice that our "lame duck" mayor, Paul Loomis, would like his "legacy" continued for four more years.
Without trying to offend the almost 3,000 voters that saw fit to vote for Loomis in the primary, why in the world would the overwhelming majority of Oro Valley citizens want four more years of Loomis, by taking his advice, and voting for Dr. Hiremath?
It would be one thing if Loomis gave even one coherent reason to vote for "his" candidate, but the best he could come up with in his April 21 Explorer letter was, quoting Loomis:
"Dr. Satish Hiremath has demonstrated his commitment to Oro Valley for many years, and he has the experience to lead Oro Valley in the future." and "Dr. Hiremath also has the support of many people who care about Oro Valley."
I, and many others, ask, "Just exactly what experience Loomis is talking about?" The good dentist has absolutely zero experience in Oro Valley government. Should one vote for this man because, according to the mayor's rationale, many people support him?
There is only one candidate that will take us away from the "Loomis legacy." That candidate is Mike Zinkin, the only candidate beholden to the people of Oro Valley, not all the outside special interest groups
Art Segal, Oro Valley
Why would OV take Loomis' suggestion?
As a close observer of Oro Valley politics, I couldn't help but notice that our "lame duck" mayor, Paul Loomis, would like his "legacy" continued for four more years.
Without trying to offend the almost 3,000 voters that saw fit to vote for Loomis in the primary, why in the world would the overwhelming majority of Oro Valley citizens want four more years of Loomis, by taking his advice, and voting for Dr. Hiremath?
It would be one thing if Loomis gave even one coherent reason to vote for "his" candidate, but the best he could come up with in his April 21 Explorer letter was, quoting Loomis:
"Dr. Satish Hiremath has demonstrated his commitment to Oro Valley for many years, and he has the experience to lead Oro Valley in the future." and "Dr. Hiremath also has the support of many people who care about Oro Valley."
I, and many others, ask, "Just exactly what experience Loomis is talking about?" The good dentist has absolutely zero experience in Oro Valley government. Should one vote for this man because, according to the mayor's rationale, many people support him?
There is only one candidate that will take us away from the "Loomis legacy." That candidate is Mike Zinkin, the only candidate beholden to the people of Oro Valley, not all the outside special interest groups
Art Segal, Oro Valley
Phil Richardson: Why You Should Vote For Mike Zinkin As Oro Valley Mayor
I've seen a lot of politicians come and go in the past half-century. I've also been in the advertising business most of my life and a great amount of my income was derived from political advertising. So, the current campaign for Mayor of Oro Valley has drawn my interest more so than usual.
The politically active are very much aware that I've become a fan of Mike Zinkin’s common sense views on governance, finance and modest demeanor. He is what we old, skinflint, conservative, pro-business people recognize as a true team leader.
Mike is a rare find: A fiscal conservative with a forward looking game plan on how to work full time to enlist a team dedicated to leading Oro Valley out of the doldrums.
What brought me to writing this missive are those giant postcards from his opponent. The first thing I noticed was a clever but totally false claim that his opponent is “the one candidate for mayor in opposition to a property tax.” Over six months ago, Mike Zinkin told us he opposed a property tax. He repeated it in forums and newspaper accounts many times. I can only conclude that the writer of that postcard presumes that no one is paying attention. That’s an insult.
Then, I just got a giant postcard last week with the logos of a lot of organizations that back Mike’s opponent. My first appraisal is that a relatively few of their number live in Oro Valley.
All of those outside interests pouring money into the campaign expect something in return. They and the folks who keep dreaming up new ways to tax and spend, want to return to the ways that have led Oro Valley to the brink of insolvency.
If you've been impressed by this deluge of advertising dollars, let an old street fighter remind you of something. If you took every member of all of those big-money organizations who are allowed to vote in the coming Oro Valley election and put them in the bleachers at the next football game at CDO High, they wouldn’t fill but a small section of the seats.
There are a lot more of us then there are of them! It’s as simple as that. All you have to do is vote on Election Day May 18, to prove that money won’t buy every election.
My greatest experience in this regard and I know in the memories of many of my readers was the Presidential race of 1948. If you were alive then and paid attention to the heavy money backing Tom Dewey, you might have thought that Harry Truman didn’t stand a chance. But he proved them wrong. Nobody liked Harry Truman….but The People. I’ve since seen this repeated time and time again.
With a very small investment of your time you can make a huge difference on Election Day, May 18.
-Phil Richardson
The politically active are very much aware that I've become a fan of Mike Zinkin’s common sense views on governance, finance and modest demeanor. He is what we old, skinflint, conservative, pro-business people recognize as a true team leader.
Mike is a rare find: A fiscal conservative with a forward looking game plan on how to work full time to enlist a team dedicated to leading Oro Valley out of the doldrums.
What brought me to writing this missive are those giant postcards from his opponent. The first thing I noticed was a clever but totally false claim that his opponent is “the one candidate for mayor in opposition to a property tax.” Over six months ago, Mike Zinkin told us he opposed a property tax. He repeated it in forums and newspaper accounts many times. I can only conclude that the writer of that postcard presumes that no one is paying attention. That’s an insult.
Then, I just got a giant postcard last week with the logos of a lot of organizations that back Mike’s opponent. My first appraisal is that a relatively few of their number live in Oro Valley.
All of those outside interests pouring money into the campaign expect something in return. They and the folks who keep dreaming up new ways to tax and spend, want to return to the ways that have led Oro Valley to the brink of insolvency.
If you've been impressed by this deluge of advertising dollars, let an old street fighter remind you of something. If you took every member of all of those big-money organizations who are allowed to vote in the coming Oro Valley election and put them in the bleachers at the next football game at CDO High, they wouldn’t fill but a small section of the seats.
There are a lot more of us then there are of them! It’s as simple as that. All you have to do is vote on Election Day May 18, to prove that money won’t buy every election.
My greatest experience in this regard and I know in the memories of many of my readers was the Presidential race of 1948. If you were alive then and paid attention to the heavy money backing Tom Dewey, you might have thought that Harry Truman didn’t stand a chance. But he proved them wrong. Nobody liked Harry Truman….but The People. I’ve since seen this repeated time and time again.
With a very small investment of your time you can make a huge difference on Election Day, May 18.
-Phil Richardson
No Surprise In Explorer Mayor Endorsement
We believe Dave Perry, Editor & Publisher of The Explorer is an honorable man.
We also think he is a pretty smart businessman.
That is why, once again, we find ourselves of different sides of an issue. It's not the first time, and most likely won't be last time we question Mr. Perry's editorials.
This time, it is his support for Satish Hiremath for OV mayor.
Why is it smart for The Explorer to come out for this candidate?
How many people pay for a subscription to this newspaper? We don't know anyone that does.
How does The Explorer survive? The answer is "advertising."
Who is perceived as the best pal of the business community; the one candidate that has endorsements from the both the Tucson & N. Pima Chamber of Commerce?
Does anyone think it is in the best interests of The Explorer for them to endorse Mike Zinkin, the candidate that believes our General Plan & Town Codes MUST be adhered to?
Our blog has NO advertising. We are beholden to no one. We are two OV senior citizens completely independent.
We ENDORSE MIKE ZINKIN FOR MAYOR OF ORO VALLEY.
Please consider this before you vote---if you haven't already done so.
Here's The editorial.
http://www.explorernews.com/articles/2010/05/05/opinion/editorials/doc4be0b40f23e89931791802.txt
We also think he is a pretty smart businessman.
That is why, once again, we find ourselves of different sides of an issue. It's not the first time, and most likely won't be last time we question Mr. Perry's editorials.
This time, it is his support for Satish Hiremath for OV mayor.
Why is it smart for The Explorer to come out for this candidate?
How many people pay for a subscription to this newspaper? We don't know anyone that does.
How does The Explorer survive? The answer is "advertising."
Who is perceived as the best pal of the business community; the one candidate that has endorsements from the both the Tucson & N. Pima Chamber of Commerce?
Does anyone think it is in the best interests of The Explorer for them to endorse Mike Zinkin, the candidate that believes our General Plan & Town Codes MUST be adhered to?
Our blog has NO advertising. We are beholden to no one. We are two OV senior citizens completely independent.
We ENDORSE MIKE ZINKIN FOR MAYOR OF ORO VALLEY.
Please consider this before you vote---if you haven't already done so.
Here's The editorial.
http://www.explorernews.com/articles/2010/05/05/opinion/editorials/doc4be0b40f23e89931791802.txt
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