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ffof
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 10:12 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Fred- well said.


K- Just because you don't like Fred's answer, does not mean it is not honest. Your illogic is laughable, and it makes you look even more ridiculous if that's possible.
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Strawberry
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 10:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

This is a recent picture of Kathleen.
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ajc
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 11:18 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"...mayors get political heat or credit whatever they do."

Correct, heat comes with the political territory, and those who can't stand the heat need to get out of the kitchen. Politics is a hot topic not just on Maplewood on Line, but everywhere. However, I'm not sure some of us around here will ever get used to it, and the truth is it doesn't matter. Political discourse is what it is, for better or for worst.

Fred, you're a stand up classy guy, and Maplewood is damn lucky to have you as its Mayor. You're our home grown hero, and your dedication, long record of service, and generosity to our town is something every resident should be proud of. You're a great American even if you're a Democrat...

Wendy, FWIW, when you put yourself out there and you engage other people for what they do or say, you need to expect you're going to get some feed back. I'm sorry you feel it's OK for me to be laughable, but not you... None the less I offer you my apology for going over the top...

Dave, I hope Fred cleared up what you and I couldn't. Listen, not to worry, Rock and Roll and politics are here to stay. I owe you a beer...
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Wendy
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 11:26 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

There is a difference Art between calling someone's comments or actions laughable and calling someone laughable. You also called me small-minded. There's a subtle difference between criticizing someone's posts and criticizing them. If you continue to miss the difference I have a feeling you'll be taking an unintended break from MOL.

But in any event (in honor of your posting style) I appreciate your recognition that what you said to me deserves an apology.
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ajc
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 12:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"There's a subtle difference between criticizing someone's posts and criticizing them."

My sincere apology was in order for calling you small minded, and I see the "very" subtle difference where someones comments or actions can be called laughable without calling them laughable. However, I hope you understand that more often than not, when anyone puts their comments out here they are going to be subject to criticsm aimed more at the person who said it than the message itself.

Allow me to digress; both you and Kathleen's feelings that Fred should change the name of his event is so outlandish it just crys out for criticsm. You might as well have told him to change the names of his children. You both certainly have the right to your opinions, but the level of personal hostility toward him is clearly uncalled for...

I learned a long time ago I can't change anyone but myself. Therefore, moving forward I will try harder to take your advice and critize the message rather then the messenger. Peace be with you...
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johnny
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 1:10 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Kathleen-

David Huemer is just as guilty as Fred in the Democratic Party feud. His actions have been just as sophmoric and petty as anyone else.
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Joan
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 1:22 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Is everyone losing sight of the fact that this thread is based on a quote in the News Record?? Haven't you all learned by now to look beyond the connotation of the words used in the questionable reporting by that newspaper to the reality of what's behind them?

The bottom line is that a number of great people worked to establish a great fundraiser which is going to result in the funds being available to provide for needs which could not otherwise have been met due to budgetary constraints.

We should all be asking what we can do individually and collectively to maximize our town's ability to provide for such worthy causes rather than attacking persons who just trying to help us all. Everyone involved deserves our thanks!

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galileo
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 1:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thank you Fred for all your enthusism and hard work.The Mayor's Ball is a wonderful idea and a great fundraiser.Being on the township committee is sometimes a thankless job.I admire all its members,including David Huemer.I wish you guys would patch things up. It's so evident at the township meetings.
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johnny
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 3:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Joan-

I'm not talking about the Mayor's Ball.

I'm talking about the Dem Party in general. It's a mess and it's embarrassing to the Town of Maplewood.
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bottomline
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 3:14 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

“What might be persuasive as an answer is not another disingenuous MOL post but some action in the real world…”

Fred is functioning in the real world of township government everyday, while hardly ever posting on MOL. So are other hard-working public officials like DeLuca, Huemer, Leventhal and Pettis, along with dozens of other appointed volunteers. How about you? What are you doing in this context besides being an armchair quarterback on MOL?


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Joan
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 4:02 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Johnny:

My post was directed mostly to Dave and is intended to be a comment on the general tone of a significant number of posts on this thread. It is by no means directed towards everyone.
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ajc
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 4:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"I wish you guys would patch things up."

You're dreaming, as a matter of fact I think you're all dreaming! What___, you wish they would patch things up like they're little chidren at play, or how about like a couple living in a bad marriage? Get real!!!

Why doesn't someone comment on what "is" so evident? I'll tell you what I see as evident... The only way things will improve is when the voters are willing to break them up. David wants his moment in the sun, and Vic wants it just as bad. They both feel they have to be in control.

The promise of working together for the community last year was a joke from the moment I heard Vic announce at the reorganization meeting that he was a "Left Wing Liberal" and proud of it!!!

Is this what Maplewood is all about? Is this the politics Fred has brought forth? No way on either count.

This town will never be able to truly call itself diverse until its politics are diverse... IMHO, it's always been more about the who than the what with Vic and David....


The reason I'm in this fight is I can't stand it when politicians are responsible to do a job and all they do is play politics. Rather than sort out the best choices for the majority, they jerk around trying to please their base and fight with any opposition to their own ideas and programs. It's always their way or the highway.

One example of the incompetence of the previous administration was their inability to close a deal on the new police station. This coupled with their continuing interference after the fact has resulted in the cost to our tax payers doubling; and now they want to take back control.

The theme of this thread like so many others is not about the Mayor's Ball or anything else it starts off to be, it's about bashing the opposition and the continuing push to get back in power.

Another example of Vic and David's interest in the overall best interest of the community is the bed and breakfast ordinance. Can Maplewood/South Orange residents benefit by having local accomodations for friends and relatives when visiting? You bet they can! Chances of attracting a hotel or motel, and finding a place to build it is slim to none. The next best choice is allowing a number of homes to provide accomodations through a fair and reasonable bed and breakfast ordinance.

For the past five years Frick and Frack have done everything in their power to kill it, and when they realized its time has finally come, rather than try to make it the best ordinance it could be, they did everything they could to make it restrictive as they could resulting in it being near impossible for most locations in town to become one.

Are these the kinds of relationships we want to see patched up? Better question; are these the kind of leaders we want in office to look out for the overall best interests of our community?

Personally, I don't want to see the politicians who are playing to their base so they can try to remain in office. I want the politicians who are team players and work together for the community as a whole.

BTW, Bottomline, like you, being an armchair quarterback on MOL is all that is available for those of us who haven't made it to the Chairs on High... Maybe you and others here should try running sometime, it's well worth the effort...


IMHO, the only way to patch things up on the township committee is through the election process that begins at the County Committee level by the forty some elected representitives of the people, not by a handful of politicians looking to bypass the system for their own personal power...

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sbenois
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 5:09 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Dearest Arturo,

I wonder if you could enlighten me on how you go about deciding which phrases and sentences get the bold type versus the underline. Similarly, an education on how you choose between double size bold and the italicized underline would be appreciated.

Thankey.
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Lydia
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 5:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Political or not - I think calling the event "the Mayor's Ball" instead of "Fred's Ball" (no pun intended) means that it's an event that can/should continue with whomever is Mayor.

The event raised a ton of much-needed dough this year and last year, plus people had a good time, it's hard for me to find fault in that.

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anon
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 5:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

While the just-over primary had alot of nastiness and negativity there is nothing wrong with contested primaries.(There was a recent NY Times editorial praising the NY State GOP for setting one up for the Governor's race, and condeming the Dems for avoiding a primary). Since the local GOP has all but disappeared if we didn't have contested Dem primaries the voters wouldn't have much of a say at all. Would you rather have Township officials picked by a handfull of political insiders in a smoke-filled/smoke-free back room?

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Bob K
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 6:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Anon, true enough, but if this year holds true to form the election of TC members will be decided by less than 2,700 of the roughly 14,000 registered Democrats here in Maplewood. I wouldn't even mention the Republicans who might cross over in a general election. That is less than 20 percent of the eligible Democratic voters according to Larry's figures.



Actually the 14,000 figure seems high, but I will throw this out for discussion purposes.
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bottomline
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 6:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Bob, it's 14,000 total registered voters. Registered Dems are about 9,000 of that. So the percentages are a little higher, but your point still stands.
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anon
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 7:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Every election is decided by the people who chose to vote, but at least they get the choice. For many years there wasn't really a choice in the sense that elections were not hotly contested. For many years whomever the Republican organization chose was a shoo-in, and then for a number of years the same was true for whomever the Democratic organization chose.
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algebra2
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 10:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Talk about thread drift....
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ajc
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Posted on Saturday, June 10, 2006 - 11:23 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"I wonder if you could enlighten me on how you go about deciding which phrases and sentences get the bold type versus the underline. Similarly, an education on how you choose between double size bold and the italicized underline would be appreciated."

Please excuse the further drift Algebra, but that's what people do around here when the heat gets to hot to handle...

OK "S", it goes something, but not always like this..................

First, you always try to pick out the topic you're going to address and start your post off by putting it in bold.

Second, you usually try to italicize every other paragraph to maintain a level of visual interest, and never be afraid to dab in a little color now and again...

Finally, underline anything that supports your topic, and then go for the double bold size when your ready to drive a stake into their heart...
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Aquaman
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Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 1:41 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Ajc,

AND YOUR POINT IS????!!!!????
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ajc
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Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 7:50 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thank you for asking Aquaman.

My point is, this thread and the article about the Mayor’s Ball in the News-Record last week offered us insight not only into the great generosity of our people that exists within our community, but also gave us a small glimpse of the dark side of local politics where “No good deed shall go unpunished.”

Regardless of the rambling and often ugly remarks and petty differences expressed by a few within this thread, we must not lose sight of the purpose and the great result which came from this “Herculean Effort” for the many local programs that will benefit from it. IMHO, many of us within our "Two Towns In Harmony" owe a huge debt of gratitude to those who worked so long and hard to make the event the wonderful success it was.

Events like this just don’t happen, and they don’t automatically come with the territory. Someone has to create it and nurture it, and that special someone is our Mayor Fred Profeta. Actually, Fred is just the drawing card, a figure head that doesn’t do much but show up...

The real star behind it all this year was the events Chairwoman, Theresa Harris and her dedicated staff. Thank you, thank you, thank you Theresa, and lets hope we get you to do it again next year regardless of who our Mayor is...

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Dave
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Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 10:07 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)


Quote:

lets hope we get you to do it again next year regardless of who our Mayor is...




I vote for Art to chair next year's event.
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Factvsfiction
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Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 10:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Aquaman is still here after the primary is over? Guess you want to damage your bunch even more leading into the fall then Aqua?

Seems to me that since every single comment or act is becoming political drama on MOL you guys might as well consider taking the next step and forming armed militias and dividing the town up just like Beirut was in the old days.

Come on already, it's only politics.
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crabby
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Posted on Sunday, June 11, 2006 - 11:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

You're confused FvF. We actually all love this place and will defend it together as one....All Unite! (in our Subarus and Minivans, of course, no armored Humvees around here).
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Tom Reingold
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Posted on Monday, June 12, 2006 - 11:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I had a nice time at the ball. I should have gotten around and mingled more, but the woman next to me had such a great conversation that I didn't much.

Good food, good music, some dancing, some worthy fundraising. I won an auction which sends $150 of my money to SOMEF. Good. And we hardly ever go dancing, so this was nice.

Of course Fred gains from this politically. So? Is that his purpose for the ball, or is an incidental benefit? Don't answer that. It doesn't matter. I'm happy enough to combine socializing with fundraising, and I don't worry about who gains politically.

Someone brought it to my attention that I was seated with people who might be my political foes. Yeah, so what. I'm capable of being civil and even enjoying other people's company. If anyone can't, that's his problem, not mine.

The next mayor of Maplewood can prove herself/himself to be a big person and carry on this new tradition in the same way.

At the ball, Fred told me personally that he thinks MOL is a net negative. (That wasn't his term, but he said something to that effect.) I suppose he's just talking about politics, not stuff like Please Help, Virtual Cafe and Home Fixit. Anyway, I disagree with Fred, but he has a point. I think it's up to us to make the political discussions here a little less antagonistic. I often bore people when I say it, but my motto is, "You can't antagonize and influence at the same time."

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Factvsfiction
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 12:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Crabby-

So no one is going to drop a "smart bomb" on Aquaman?
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mem
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 12:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Tom - I agree. All these posts about the big democratic "rift" here in Maplewood is mostly just a bunch of misdirected sour grapes postings on MOL. Not to mention the loony poster.

I think Fred, Vic, etc. are doing a great job.

It's so high schoolish here on MOL to wreak havoc because of perceived partisan notions. The TC has lots of work to do and they are doing their best. Fred IS doing a wonderful job, no matter what some silly, socially immature partisaners post.
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jeffl
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 3:06 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

mem, I guess that means if someone disagrees with your opinion that makes them silly and socially immature? Just checking.
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ajc
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 3:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"All these posts about the big democratic "rift" here in Maplewood is mostly just a bunch of misdirected sour grapes postings on MOL."

Mem, that wouldn’t be so bad if it were really true, but it's not... It's also not true that they are doing thier best either. With all the friction, back-biting, and undermining of ideas, it's near impossible for anyone to do the best they can. Enough already!

Listen, if they are all equals as we hear, what’s the big deal about who is Mayor? The way to look good is NOT by making others look bad. FWIW, the cream always rises to the top anyway. IMHO, if Vic and David don’t get off it soon, I can’t imagine the voters keeping them in office for another term...
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 4:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Next year I think David H. will run unopposed in the primary. Everyone will back him, even all the "Profeta" people. Then I imagine when Vic and Fred are up for re-election, that the Vic/David side will run someone against Fred with Vic, maybe even Nancy who was a strong candidate. I hope I am wrong but the future will show if our town will unite or if one side still has sour grapes. That will be the test.
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Stevef
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 4:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Sounds like pre-soured grapes.
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ajc
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 5:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"Next year I think David Huemer will run unopposed in the primary."

And, you also imagine the following year that the Vic and David will run someone against Fred, maybe even Nancy Adams. I find your predictions are absolutely amazing. Can you share this remarkable insight you have? I mean this stuff is as good as anything Nostradamus ever came up with...

First of all, even in the unlikely event David did get the nod from the MDCC, I can’t imagine for a second that there’s not at least a half dozen other Democrats who would want to challenge him. Honestly, by the end of his second terms I’ll be surprised if David even wants to run again, or that Governor Corzine hasn’t picked him for some slot in his administration…

Listen, contrary to my strong stand against David’s politics locally, I’ve got to admit I’ve always liked him personally. The man has tons of charisma, a great wife and talented family, and a very successful career. I mean, he’s still a young man, so what the hell is he doing wasting all this talent as just a member of the Maplewood Township Committee? It's time to move up and out David, and I'll be happy to help if you want me too....
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mem
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 5:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"mem, I guess that means if someone disagrees with your opinion that makes them silly and socially immature? Just checking."

Jeffl, Yeah right, you got it.

Wherever did I say anything about my opinion?

All I really said was that it's silly and immature to wreak havoc because of perceived partisan bullsh*t. I think lots of people agree with that. Those that don't are just silly and immature. But thanks for checking.

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mem
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 5:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

ajc,

"With all the friction, back-biting, and undermining of ideas" - I can never make it to those town meetings - is this where all this occurs?
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ajc
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 6:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

...well Mem, it's usually where it starts. Tape it sometime if you can't get to a meeting or find time to watch it on Channel 35.

Listen, "S", Steel, Bottomline, and other Molers show up from time to time. Maybe you should join us some night? I usually bring a bottle of good Port, and some imported cheese. It always seems to go well with all the wise crackers who show up. Personally, I think some evenings it's right up there with some of the "What Exit?" shows I've seen in the past...

Listen, why not think about coming down next Tuesday night. It should be a real hoot with the Bed and Breakfast Ordinance and my neighbors all coming down for the public hearing and the final reading. We should see Vic and David give a Premier performance as they wrap up their continuing descent against it...

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Bob K
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 6:58 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Most likely the next candidate from the DeLucaites will be Annette DePalma.
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algebra2
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 8:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I'm still wondering why Annette wasn't chosen this time around...She would have knocked Kathy Leventhal off, easy.
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jeffl
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 9:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"Fred IS doing a wonderful job, no matter what some silly, socially immature partisaners post."

Okay, I should clarify, this statement seems to mean that if you don't think Fred is doing a wonderful job you are silly, and socially immature. Do I have that wrong?
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ajc
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Posted on Tuesday, June 13, 2006 - 9:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"...the next candidate from the DeLucaites will be Annette DePalma"

When will that be Bob? November 2008 is a long way off and a lot can happen between now and then. How about talking to us about 2007? Do you agree with, or are you a visionary like Fmertz?
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BGS
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 8:27 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

ajc-I am so sorry that I have a previous very important meeting at Morrow....(church lady here.....) My good wishes go out for Le Saisons....and you and Libby on this issue!!
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mem
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 9:51 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Jeffl,

"Okay, I should clarify, this statement seems to mean that if you don't think Fred is doing a wonderful job you are silly, and socially immature. Do I have that wrong?"

Yes jeffl.. You do have that wrong. But thanks for your little attempt at clarification.

What I said was, "It's so high schoolish here on MOL to wreak havoc because of perceived partisan notions."

Then I proceeded to say I thought Fred was doing a great job. Two separate statements, not to be related.

So, jeffl, when do you graduate high school?

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fmertz
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 10:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Alg- maybe you can be Annette's campaign manager.
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mem
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 10:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

"I'm still wondering why Annette wasn't chosen this time around...She would have knocked Kathy Leventhal off, easy."

Who the heck stole my friend Algebra's password?
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jeffl
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 10:54 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

mem, I give.

Peace.
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Strawberry
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 10:55 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

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ajc
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 11:13 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Thank you BGS... Actually, this new ordinance is more about our community finally getting bed and breakfast services than Art Christensen or Les Saisons. I have been a strong advocate for this ordinance since 1998 when I chaired the Bed and Breakfast Study Committee for Maplewood's Economic Development Committee.

I'm pleased that it appears next week will be another step forward in insuring that Maplewood remains one of the best places to live in America. Having convenient places for residents to put up family members and friends when visiting them is an important factor when choosing someplace to live. Congratulations are in order for everyone who over the years have continued to support this initiative.
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sk8mom
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 3:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Why the Mayor's Ball? Why not the Mayor's Hoedown, Pie-Eating Contest, or Knit-A-Thon?
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ajc
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 4:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Dear Sk8mom,

Where have you been for the past 127 posts on this thread? I think you should go back and read the past posts or go back to sleep...
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sk8mom
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Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2006 - 11:35 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

Read 'em all. Found them lacking a certain element of irreverance. You may not find that important, but that's my post and I'm sticking to it.

Party on, dudes.
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ajc
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Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 7:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only)

I’m not sure about irreverance, and if you mean irreverence, in that you found them lacking a certain element of disrespect, then you have me totally confused...

You’re in luck Sk8mom. I happen to just love moms. Big ones, little ones, young, old, whatever; I’ve always shown a lot of respect and hold a very high opinion of all moms. I think moms are just great...

Listen, I also read ‘em all again and found them lacking. So, if you feel that they are lacking a certain level of what ever it is you mean, then I’m with you mom... them last 127 posts were damn sure lacking something!

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