The Town Board meeting on Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 - during the Public Input portion at the beginning of the meeting - Barone went up to speak, finished his input, then the board called Tamara D., but she wanted to speak about the MP at the Public Hearing. Then the board calls "David Allen" - and Barone says that he is there to read a letter from David Allen because Mr. Allen could not attend the meeting.
MJD says "I don't think you can do that, sir."
Showing posts with label Open Government. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Open Government. Show all posts
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Tentative 2012 Budget
For your reading pleasure.....Town of Irondequoit link to budget.
I haven't had a chance to review it thoroughly yet, but there is a slight increase in the tax rate, up $.13 from last year. It was $6.51 per $1,000. assessed valuation last year. It is tentatively $6.64 per $1,000. assessed valuation for 2012. That could change - up or down - by the time it's all said and done.
I haven't had a chance to review it thoroughly yet, but there is a slight increase in the tax rate, up $.13 from last year. It was $6.51 per $1,000. assessed valuation last year. It is tentatively $6.64 per $1,000. assessed valuation for 2012. That could change - up or down - by the time it's all said and done.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Sea Breeze Water District Audit
From January 2007 - January 2010. I thought it would be good to put this audit from last year up. Especially since the meeting last night - and because I noticed someone searched "comptroller sea breeze water district". I didn't see the Special Town Board Meeting last night - but I heard that the S.B.W.D. can't make payroll, and things don't look too good.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Cross Endorsement Ad In I-Post
Happy Labor Day! Hope you're enjoying not laboring today, and if you are laboring, bully for you! You hard worker, you. That holiday pay is niiiiiice.
There was a 4 page ad in this week's I-Post. You might have missed it since it was an insert this time instead of an ad directly on the page of the paper.
I decided to scan the ad and put it on here in a pdf - it might be a little choppy because it was an odd size ad, and it didn't fit in my scanner.....but you'll be able to read it, and it might help you understand a little better.....the process of a cross endorsement, and how your ballot might look. Barone Ad in MPN
***Note: Christian Redder is listed as a candidate in the Democrat Primary for Town Board in this ad - but as far as I know, he is no longer interested in running for Town Board and has chosen not to run due to family reasons (.Link to I-Post story that quotes Redder as saying he is not running.)
In a nutshell, if you vote for MJD, Aldersley, and Perticone on Primary Day - you will only see those names appear on BOTH the Republican and Democrat lines in the November General Elections.
If Democrats vote for Ament in the Democrat Primary for Town Supervisor - he will win the primary and you will see Ament's name on the Democrat line, and MJD's name on the Republican line in the November General Elections. (She will have lost the Democrat primary and only appear on the Republican line.) It doesn't mean that Ament will be Supervisor - it just means his name will appear on the November ballot. You'll have a choice in November instead of MJD's name on both D&R lines.
If Republicans vote for Moore and Nottel in the Republican Primary for Town Board - they will win the primary and you will see Moore and Nottel's name on the Republican lines, and Aldersley and Perticone's names on the Democrat lines in the November General Elections. (Aldersley and Perticone would have lost the Republican primary and only appear on the Democrat line.) It doesn't mean that Moore and Nottel will be on the Town Board - it just means that their names will appear on the November ballot. You'll have a choice in November instead of Aldersley and Perticones names on both D&R lines.
So many people are confused about this cross endorsement and they don't understand the process. Some are confused on how Democrats can be on Republican primary ballots and Republicans on Democrat primary ballots - and some of them are just saying "Oh bother. This is too confusing. I'm not even going to go vote on September 13th."
Isn't that the attitude they are hoping for?
Making voter apathy even MORE apathetic? It can certainly work in their favor, that's for sure.
If you want choices this November - GO VOTE IN THE PRIMARY. They certainly aren't giving the voters any choices.
The voters have to vote to give themselves choices. How sad is that? Here are some articles about the primary, and candidate's previews in the I-Post.
IPost. August, 4th.
IPost. August, 31st. Meet the Candidates, Republican Primary Town Board.
IPost. August, 31st. Meet the Candidates, Democrat Primary Supervisor.
There was a 4 page ad in this week's I-Post. You might have missed it since it was an insert this time instead of an ad directly on the page of the paper.
I decided to scan the ad and put it on here in a pdf - it might be a little choppy because it was an odd size ad, and it didn't fit in my scanner.....but you'll be able to read it, and it might help you understand a little better.....the process of a cross endorsement, and how your ballot might look. Barone Ad in MPN
***Note: Christian Redder is listed as a candidate in the Democrat Primary for Town Board in this ad - but as far as I know, he is no longer interested in running for Town Board and has chosen not to run due to family reasons (.Link to I-Post story that quotes Redder as saying he is not running.)
In a nutshell, if you vote for MJD, Aldersley, and Perticone on Primary Day - you will only see those names appear on BOTH the Republican and Democrat lines in the November General Elections.
If Democrats vote for Ament in the Democrat Primary for Town Supervisor - he will win the primary and you will see Ament's name on the Democrat line, and MJD's name on the Republican line in the November General Elections. (She will have lost the Democrat primary and only appear on the Republican line.) It doesn't mean that Ament will be Supervisor - it just means his name will appear on the November ballot. You'll have a choice in November instead of MJD's name on both D&R lines.
If Republicans vote for Moore and Nottel in the Republican Primary for Town Board - they will win the primary and you will see Moore and Nottel's name on the Republican lines, and Aldersley and Perticone's names on the Democrat lines in the November General Elections. (Aldersley and Perticone would have lost the Republican primary and only appear on the Democrat line.) It doesn't mean that Moore and Nottel will be on the Town Board - it just means that their names will appear on the November ballot. You'll have a choice in November instead of Aldersley and Perticones names on both D&R lines.
So many people are confused about this cross endorsement and they don't understand the process. Some are confused on how Democrats can be on Republican primary ballots and Republicans on Democrat primary ballots - and some of them are just saying "Oh bother. This is too confusing. I'm not even going to go vote on September 13th."
Isn't that the attitude they are hoping for?
Making voter apathy even MORE apathetic? It can certainly work in their favor, that's for sure.
If you want choices this November - GO VOTE IN THE PRIMARY. They certainly aren't giving the voters any choices.
The voters have to vote to give themselves choices. How sad is that? Here are some articles about the primary, and candidate's previews in the I-Post.
IPost. August, 4th.
IPost. August, 31st. Meet the Candidates, Republican Primary Town Board.
IPost. August, 31st. Meet the Candidates, Democrat Primary Supervisor.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Do's and Don'ts
Oh September – with your trees a canopy of colors,
Starting to change like rainbow ribbons above my sun-kissed summer hair,
The cooler breezes a whisper in the air,
Calling to me like lost loved ones from long ago.
You seem familiar-and I embrace you like an old friend.
You like that? Is that positive enough for you? Is it sunny, happy shit that makes you giggle and say “wow, now we can move the town forward because she is being positive and not political”?
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Political Protestors On Town Hall Property
John Perticone and Mary Joyce D'Aurizio - why was this allowed?
It's political, isn't it?
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Master Plans & Stuff
The TB Agenda was up for about a week, and then a couple of resolutions were added at the bottom recently - just before they cancelled the TB meeting for the 16th - that meeting is now re-scheduled for Tuesday the 23rd.
The Resolutions are for the Master Plan:
Human Resources
8A2011-10 Adopt a Resolution Calling for a Public hearing on the Matter of the Update for the Town Comprehensive Plan
8A2011-11 Adopt a Resolution in the Matter of Lead Agency with Respect to SEQRA for the Master Plan
The Resolutions are for the Master Plan:
Human Resources
8A2011-10 Adopt a Resolution Calling for a Public hearing on the Matter of the Update for the Town Comprehensive Plan
8A2011-11 Adopt a Resolution in the Matter of Lead Agency with Respect to SEQRA for the Master Plan
Sunday, June 26, 2011
I'm Curious - Why Was This Brought Up At The Workshop Meeting?
Friday, June 17, 2011
Public Hearing On 6/21/11
Town Board Meeting Agenda for 6/21/11 lists a Public Hearing to "Adopt a Resolution Adopting Local Law #1 of 2011 Amending Chapter 51 of the Town of Irondequoit Code Relating to Purchasing Policy". Basically, the amendments increase the "ceiling" of public works contracts, goods and services, and bids. The resolution below states that:
"the amendments and additions proposed by the Town Comptroller would conform the Town Code to amendments to the General Municipal Law relating to the dollar value of contracts for goods and services and for public works subject to formal bidding; would clarify the role of the Town Board relative to appropriations for contracts; would authorize the Town Supervisor to implement regulations consistent with Board policy; and would establish policy preferences for (a) considering the life cycle costs or goods or services when evaluating bids or proposals and (b) encourage environmentally preferable purchasing whenever feasible and economically responsible...."
"the amendments and additions proposed by the Town Comptroller would conform the Town Code to amendments to the General Municipal Law relating to the dollar value of contracts for goods and services and for public works subject to formal bidding; would clarify the role of the Town Board relative to appropriations for contracts; would authorize the Town Supervisor to implement regulations consistent with Board policy; and would establish policy preferences for (a) considering the life cycle costs or goods or services when evaluating bids or proposals and (b) encourage environmentally preferable purchasing whenever feasible and economically responsible...."
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Um, Yes, Really.
UPDATE AT BOTTOM OF BLOG 6/17:
May 17th, 2011 Town Board Meeting.
At the May 17 Board Meeting there was a Public Hearing to discuss programs to spend federal Tax Dollars from HUD in the CDBG program. Part of that dealt with the roof at Pinegrove.
Some residents had raised the question of how much work or how much money needs to be spent on the roof. They thought it might be too much, and could that money go for the "poor people" it is intended to help instead of an overpriced roof.
May 17th, 2011 Town Board Meeting.
At the May 17 Board Meeting there was a Public Hearing to discuss programs to spend federal Tax Dollars from HUD in the CDBG program. Part of that dealt with the roof at Pinegrove.
Some residents had raised the question of how much work or how much money needs to be spent on the roof. They thought it might be too much, and could that money go for the "poor people" it is intended to help instead of an overpriced roof.
Friday, February 4, 2011
So....This Is What Representation Feels Like
It feels really, reaaalllllllly good.
Governor Cuomo, I am with you on this. No doubt about it. I demand change!!
I watched his budget message on the website live feed on the 1st - and the one in Westchester, which is below.
Governor Cuomo, I am with you on this. No doubt about it. I demand change!!
I watched his budget message on the website live feed on the 1st - and the one in Westchester, which is below.
newyorkstateofficeofthegovernor on livestream.com. Broadcast Live Free
Monday, January 3, 2011
New Year - New Governor - What Can We Expect?
I don't know - I'm not a psychic. But, so far, I like what I'm seeing, and it's only "Day 3".
Today, Governor Cuomo has announced a 5% REDUCTION in his salary as Governor (which has not changed since 1999), as well as Lt. Governor Duffy, and newly hired senior members of the Administration who are filling existing position in the Executive Chamber. He's also seeking to reduce the Executive Chamber Budget by 5%.
From the press release:
Today, Governor Cuomo has announced a 5% REDUCTION in his salary as Governor (which has not changed since 1999), as well as Lt. Governor Duffy, and newly hired senior members of the Administration who are filling existing position in the Executive Chamber. He's also seeking to reduce the Executive Chamber Budget by 5%.
From the press release:
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Did Congel Pay His Taxes?
I was told (through articles and news reports) that he paid on March 15th - but when I click on the parcel ID #'s for the property included in the P.I.L.O.T. - it says he's still delinquent.
County tax rolls are usually filed around July 1st, so if he did pay in March, I would assume that this would be reflected in the information on the tax portal website. It isn't. It says he's still delinquent.
092.05-1-85.111
092.05-85.2
092.05-1-87.1
092.05-1-84
092.05-1-18
092.05-1-17
092.05-1-19
092.05-1-16
092.05-1-9
I'll use the first property as an example.
County tax rolls are usually filed around July 1st, so if he did pay in March, I would assume that this would be reflected in the information on the tax portal website. It isn't. It says he's still delinquent.
092.05-1-85.111
092.05-85.2
092.05-1-87.1
092.05-1-84
092.05-1-18
092.05-1-17
092.05-1-19
092.05-1-16
092.05-1-9
I'll use the first property as an example.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Comedy or Tragedy?
I'm thinking a little of both.
A "Reality Show" couldn't write a script any better than this. It has bumbling clowns, a "shady" non-licensed private I, connected political players, appointed and elected officials, and a police report to back it all up. Incredibly entertaining.
Newsworthy? Absolutely. As much as Robutrad was - and that was on the front page of the D&C for months. Mention some shenanigans with CDR working their magic against the County Executive and her Administration, which includes names of people connected to the current Mayor who is running for Lt. Governor.....and this gets a few hours on the main page only to be buried in the archives late that night.
Funny how that all works.
A "Reality Show" couldn't write a script any better than this. It has bumbling clowns, a "shady" non-licensed private I, connected political players, appointed and elected officials, and a police report to back it all up. Incredibly entertaining.
Newsworthy? Absolutely. As much as Robutrad was - and that was on the front page of the D&C for months. Mention some shenanigans with CDR working their magic against the County Executive and her Administration, which includes names of people connected to the current Mayor who is running for Lt. Governor.....and this gets a few hours on the main page only to be buried in the archives late that night.
Funny how that all works.
Friday, August 27, 2010
You Down Wit' C.I.P.?
Town Board has a special announcement on their meeting agenda page - thought y'all might be interested in it. Link.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Walking The Walk
I don't know if you've noticed, but I complain a lot on here. I do...I know this, and I accept it. I don't know if everyone else is as accepting. :) But...ya know what? They may have a point in being "less receptive" to my complaining if I don't offer some type of solution, or alternative.
I know I have made some suggestions in the past, or I've said to just "do away" with some things to save some money and help municipalities run more efficiently. I don't always focus on the solutions (sometimes I do), and instead only point out the problems (a majority of the time).
I know I have made some suggestions in the past, or I've said to just "do away" with some things to save some money and help municipalities run more efficiently. I don't always focus on the solutions (sometimes I do), and instead only point out the problems (a majority of the time).
Friday, February 26, 2010
Q&A
Here are some questions that I have been asked in the past month.
Q: Is the ice skating rink going to be built?
A: No, not this year apparently. Camp Eastman land was not level enough to facilitate the ice rinks. I do not know if it's going to happen next year either.
3/3/10 MPN article on ice rink.
Q: Was Marty Piecuch fired?
Q: Is the ice skating rink going to be built?
A: No, not this year apparently. Camp Eastman land was not level enough to facilitate the ice rinks. I do not know if it's going to happen next year either.
3/3/10 MPN article on ice rink.
Q: Was Marty Piecuch fired?
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
First Week Officially Over
I would imagine that "getting through" the first week is a tough one for the new Supervisor, but it seems to be going smoothly so far.
According to the twits (tweets?) at irondemocrats, "After 60 days transition, so far new administration at Town Hall has only appointed a new Bingo Inspector. 5:30 AM Jan 6th from web"
Really? That's it? Three whole days after they officially took office, they just appointed a Bingo Inspector?
According to the twits (tweets?) at irondemocrats, "After 60 days transition, so far new administration at Town Hall has only appointed a new Bingo Inspector. 5:30 AM Jan 6th from web"
Really? That's it? Three whole days after they officially took office, they just appointed a Bingo Inspector?
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
PB Meeting 11/23
There was the approval of the draft FEIS for 500 Newport Rd. With a couple of edits, it will become the FEIS. Unfortunately, any of the links to the DEIS (draft environmental impact statement) on the Town's website is gone now - any of the links just go to the Costich website. Hopefully, the FEIS will take it's place at some point.
Here is the link to the PB meeting (from the pledge to the end) for November 23, 2009.
A gentleman had stated that the meeting wasn't valid because
Here is the link to the PB meeting (from the pledge to the end) for November 23, 2009.
A gentleman had stated that the meeting wasn't valid because
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Lifting The Cloak Of Secrecy
From Public Employee Contracts:
Oh, Irondequoit had done a blog about a comment in the D&C article, which brings up the points about open meetings, taxpayer involvement, and negotiations with public employee contracts.
Continued....
Oh, Irondequoit had done a blog about a comment in the D&C article, which brings up the points about open meetings, taxpayer involvement, and negotiations with public employee contracts.
Continued....
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