Do you see photos like this in the Daily Slime? How about 47 or 16 News?
DelMarVa's Premier Source for News, Opinion, Analysis, and Human Interest Contact Publisher Joe Albero at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com or 410-430-5349
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Verizon Is Just One Of Many Recent Break Inn's In Salisbury
Do you see photos like this in the Daily Slime? How about 47 or 16 News?
A Recent Airplane Show
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One of our friends took these photos recently at the Airplane Show and I couldn't resist showing them. Makes me wish I was there! Thanks for sharing!
These photos were taken by, Joseph Choquette of Staten Island.
Question of the Day, Sun 6/29
Today's question of the day brought to you by Sbynews reader hip.boots:
If you lived in the day of the "Boston Tea Party," would you have joined in,
risking life and limb . . . against wrongful taxation? Or would you gladly be paying $4.00 for your cup of tea?
If you lived in the day of the "Boston Tea Party," would you have joined in,
risking life and limb . . . against wrongful taxation? Or would you gladly be paying $4.00 for your cup of tea?
Our Very First Mike Clone
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The last name may not be Lewis but one thing is for sure, Fruitland can now expect the very same kind of protection everyone has grown so comfortable with within Sheriff Mike Lewis.
Chief Phillips was sworn in last Friday in Fruitland and he came directly from the Maryland State Police, just as Sheriff Lewis did. Criminals have lots to worry about and Fruitland won't lose an ounce of the protection they grew so used to in the past.
Welcome aboard Chief Phillips and Congratulations Fruitland!
Hagerstown Fire Dept. Lands Federal Grants On Its Own
By DAN DEARTH
dan.dearth@herald-mail.com
GO HERE for the official article.
HAGERSTOWN — Although the City of Hagerstown in January hired a lobbying firm to help the city obtain federal funding, the Hagerstown Fire Department has gone it alone, with some success.
Hagerstown Fire Chief Gary Hawbaker said the fire department didn’t use a lobbyist to land nearly $2 million in grant money since 2002.
A committee made up of firefighters typically joins forces to write grants, he said. If they hit a snag, other fire departments in Washington County lend a hand — even though they are competing against each other — because “the pot (of available federal funding) is so big,” Hawbaker said.
The first attempt to land grants in 2002 was unsuccessful, but Hawbaker said the firefighters learned enough to improve their technique and, in 2003, they received two grants totaling about $32,000. The amount steadily increased.
This year, the fire department received $948,825 in federal grants, he said.
U.S. Rep. Roscoe Bartlett, R-6th, said he is willing to help the city obtain federal funding for its projects with or without professional help.
“I am working with the City of Hagerstown and the (Washington) County Commissioners,” Bartlett said in a prepared statement. “Lobbyists are not needed for me in assisting with their request. If they hire lobbyists, that is up to them, but lobbyists are not needed for my assistance.”
Melissa Schwartz, a spokeswoman for U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski, D-Md., wrote in an e-mail that Mikulski met with Mayor Robert E. Bruchey II and representatives of The Ferguson Group earlier this year.
“At that time, Sen. Mikulski explained that she receives far more requests than can be funded, and does what she can to fight for priority projects,” the e-mail said. “She also encouraged them to look at competitive grant opportunities ... Sen. Mikulski’s door is always open to the City of Hagerstown.”
Sue Walitsky, a spokeswoman for U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md., said Cardin also is open to discussing federal funding opportunities with the City of Hagerstown.
“Sen. Cardin is working with Hagerstown and other Maryland cities to get funding every day,” Walitsky said. “Getting (federal money) for Maryland is a part of his agenda.”
dan.dearth@herald-mail.com
GO HERE for the official article.
HAGERSTOWN — Although the City of Hagerstown in January hired a lobbying firm to help the city obtain federal funding, the Hagerstown Fire Department has gone it alone, with some success.
Hagerstown Fire Chief Gary Hawbaker said the fire department didn’t use a lobbyist to land nearly $2 million in grant money since 2002.
A committee made up of firefighters typically joins forces to write grants, he said. If they hit a snag, other fire departments in Washington County lend a hand — even though they are competing against each other — because “the pot (of available federal funding) is so big,” Hawbaker said.
The first attempt to land grants in 2002 was unsuccessful, but Hawbaker said the firefighters learned enough to improve their technique and, in 2003, they received two grants totaling about $32,000. The amount steadily increased.
This year, the fire department received $948,825 in federal grants, he said.
U.S. Rep. Roscoe Bartlett, R-6th, said he is willing to help the city obtain federal funding for its projects with or without professional help.
“I am working with the City of Hagerstown and the (Washington) County Commissioners,” Bartlett said in a prepared statement. “Lobbyists are not needed for me in assisting with their request. If they hire lobbyists, that is up to them, but lobbyists are not needed for my assistance.”
Melissa Schwartz, a spokeswoman for U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski, D-Md., wrote in an e-mail that Mikulski met with Mayor Robert E. Bruchey II and representatives of The Ferguson Group earlier this year.
“At that time, Sen. Mikulski explained that she receives far more requests than can be funded, and does what she can to fight for priority projects,” the e-mail said. “She also encouraged them to look at competitive grant opportunities ... Sen. Mikulski’s door is always open to the City of Hagerstown.”
Sue Walitsky, a spokeswoman for U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md., said Cardin also is open to discussing federal funding opportunities with the City of Hagerstown.
“Sen. Cardin is working with Hagerstown and other Maryland cities to get funding every day,” Walitsky said. “Getting (federal money) for Maryland is a part of his agenda.”
SALISBURY REALLY LOOKS BAD!
Joe:
I just came home from in town - (Salisbury) -at 9:15 p.m.
My wife and I made a trip in town to try and escape our own home for an hour or two.
I passed by the -(Crack) - Royal Farm store - but decided the crowd looked to cede so I made a U-turn and decided instead to go to WAWA. When I got to WAWA it looked like there were hookers hanging out in front of the pay phones and also what looked like to be their pimps.
I actually locked my P/U in front of the gasoline pump so as not to give anyone the wrong idea about stealing from my vehicle.
Then, when passing down in front of Pepsi Cola on my return trip home I saw two City Police officers interceding in a fracas at Pizza City.
SALISBURY IS REALLY LOOKING BAD IF YOU HAVEN'T NOTICED LATELY.
I'm just happy to have made it back home to my house in Parsonsburg.
Thought you might be interested.
I just came home from in town - (Salisbury) -at 9:15 p.m.
My wife and I made a trip in town to try and escape our own home for an hour or two.
I passed by the -(Crack) - Royal Farm store - but decided the crowd looked to cede so I made a U-turn and decided instead to go to WAWA. When I got to WAWA it looked like there were hookers hanging out in front of the pay phones and also what looked like to be their pimps.
I actually locked my P/U in front of the gasoline pump so as not to give anyone the wrong idea about stealing from my vehicle.
Then, when passing down in front of Pepsi Cola on my return trip home I saw two City Police officers interceding in a fracas at Pizza City.
SALISBURY IS REALLY LOOKING BAD IF YOU HAVEN'T NOTICED LATELY.
I'm just happy to have made it back home to my house in Parsonsburg.
Thought you might be interested.
Fast Action Chief Jackson Steps Down
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Well, its official Folks. The honorable Chief Jackson has given up his Post as the Chief of the Fruitland Police Department as of last Friday and has pretty much hand picked the honorable Mike Phillips to take his place.
The biggest disappointment I experienced with all of this was the fact that I did not get the opportunity to get to know Mr. Jackson like I wished I had. This is a gentleman that is so highly respected by just about anyone and everyone I've come across, with exception to that a$$hole Dumeyer. Sorry Chief but what an Idiot!
Besides all that, I put up a Post a week or so ago about his upcoming stepping down and the e-mail messages coming into Salisbury News was just overwhelming! It has certainly and obviously been my loss not having the opportunity to get to know this man better as one of the biggest things I love in life is WISDOM! This man is just loaded with it.
So to Chief Jackson, any time, any place my friend, I'll buy! Thank You Sir, for all the dedication, safety and hope you've given so many people in Fruitland. May you enjoy your future in the best of health. Oh, your Wife's a babe too! ;-)
Before & After
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The Princess Anne Police Department was established in 1801 and the present station was built in 1857. Dubbed "The Grey Eagle" in old photographs, it is the only 19th century structure with load bearing walls in Somerset County. It is quite possibly the oldest continually operating Police Station in the State of Maryland.
The "Grey Eagle" operate as the Somerset County Jail from 1857 to 1987, when the current facility in Westover was completed. After that time the building was shared by the Town of Princess Anne and the Police Department.
In 1999 the Town of Princess Anne considered demolishing the building due to its increasingly decrepit state. However, the Town Commissioners voted to restore the structure instead and with the help of the Maryland Historical Trust, the Somerset County Historical Trust, the USDA and numerous other grants, construction began in 2003.
On June 27th, 2008, under the guidance of the Princess Anne Commissioners; the Town of Princess Anne and the Princess Anne Police Department proudly announce the completion of restorations and re dedicate the "Gray Eagle" as a symbol of pride in Historic Princess Anne.
Who's The Bumbling Idiot Who Designed This Stupidity?
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For those of you who haven't had the opportunity to visit Isabella Street, here's what they did to it recently.
While I was there, NOT ONE vehicle swerved in and around this Indy Track, they all drove over the yellow lines and stayed straight down the road anyway.
Please don't tell me Comegys had something to do with this stupidity? I know Michael Day, (former Council Member) influenced this idiotic, stupid, ridiculous plan. It kind of reminds me of the Mayors idea for the Downtown Plaza. Oh, that failed too, right Barrie!
I'm begging someone to please step up to the plate and tell me ONE thing Barrie Tilghman has done good for the Citizens of Salisbury. I've seen her piss away more money on stupid amateur ideas and people aren't flipping her the finger enough in disgust.
OK, so now four Fire Trucks are driving down this STUPID road, where do you go? I've been told that even Chief See said they don't give a crap, they're driving over the curbs no matter what! That's one of the best things I've ever heard come out of his mouth, (allegedly) as a leader.
Well, you know my thoughts on this STUPID idea, what's your thoughts now that you've seen it?
The Eagle Has Landed
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Princess Anne Police Chief Scott Keller
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Commission President Frank White hand Chief Keller the proclamation.
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Officers raise the flag.
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Princess Anne Police Officers Salute the Flag.
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Princess Anne's Finest.
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Some 200 people came to participate in the Re dedication.
The Princess Anne Police Department held their Re dedication Ceremony on June 27, 2008 for their newly renovated Police Station called "The Grey Eagle."
While the entire group of Commissioners were present along with numerous dignitaries, almost 200 people were present to join in this celebration including Police Officers from the State Police and Wicomico County Sheriff's Department.
Salisbury News would like to congratulate Princess Anne for reinvesting back into history and showing you can take an old building and bring it up to today's standards. If you haven't been to this facility, drop in and let them give you a tour.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Another Local Rainbow Shot
I don't know how I missed this one but someone sent this in and I somehow filed it and didn't notice it, sorry. Enjoy.
Gore Vidal: Bush Ended U.S. As a Republic
US Novelist, Historian and Social Critic, Gore Vidal claims that America is now dead as a Republic. The evisceration of Habeas Corpus, the Bill of Rights, and any remnants of the legacy of the Magna Carta have been obliterated by the Bush Regime and taken away all Constitutional links that made America a Republic in the name of 'The War on Terror'.
Vidal was interviewed Friday morning Iran time on Press TV
Vidal was interviewed Friday morning Iran time on Press TV
Questions Needed
It's quite hard to think of good question everyday. I am quite a busy woman with running a business with my husband, have 2 kids out of school for the summer and 5 dogs that need endless attention...not to mention in the process of building a home.
I would love some input from our readers. Do you have a question or thought you would like to share with Salisbury News? I will not use your name or blogname if chosen.
Please email SunnyInOC at atlanticjw@aol.com.
I would love some input from our readers. Do you have a question or thought you would like to share with Salisbury News? I will not use your name or blogname if chosen.
Please email SunnyInOC at atlanticjw@aol.com.
Kratovil Adds New Campaign Manager
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Staff addition comes on heels of “Red to Blue” Announcement
STEVENSVILLE, MD (June 26, 2008). Frank Kratovil’s Congressional Campaign today
announced the hiring of veteran campaign operative Tim McCann, who will take
over as campaign manager July 1. The hiring comes a week after Kratovil’s
campaign was elevated to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee’s “Red
to Blue” list, signifying the commitment of party leaders to make Maryland’s
1st District a top priority this year.
“I’m excited to have Tim coming on board. Our volunteer staff has done a great
job so far and I know they’ll continue to excel under his direction,” said
Frank Kratovil. “Tim’s background in competitive Congressional politics will
give us a big boost as our campaign continues to build momentum and draw
national attention.”
Kratovil was added to DCCC’s “Red to Blue” list last week, an indication that
the national party sees the 1st District as one of best opportunities to pick
up a GOP-held seat this election cycle. Inclusion on this list of targeted
races will help Kratovil attract financial and structural support from the
national party.
“I’m excited to be joining the Kratovil team,” said McCann. “This is going to
be one of the most hotly-contested races in the country this fall, and I’m
looking forward to helping Frank win in November. Frank will be the independent
voice in Washington that 1st District voters deserve and expect.
McCann, a 2003 Georgetown University graduate, comes to Kratovil’s campaign
with a background in campaign management and new media strategy. He has worked
on Democratic campaigns at the municipal, congressional, and statewide levels
and spent the 2006 election cycle serving as deputy campaign manager on the
gubernatorial campaign of Texas Democrat Chris Bell. McCann spent the two prior
cycles working for a Washington, DC political consulting firm specializing in
competitive swing-district Congressional races.
Question of the Day, Sat 6/28
This question brought to you by Sbynews reader, Ben:
What's your most embarrassing verbal slip of the tongue?
Ben said, "Saying Ockra instead of Oprah when talking to a table of her fans."
Personally mine (SunnyInOC) was mixing "circumcised" with "baptized." I was about 10. I asked my mom and dad if I had ever been circumcised. I knew as soon as I said it that I said the wrong word. Wow! I still get reminded every so often at age 31.
What's your most embarrassing verbal slip of the tongue?
Ben said, "Saying Ockra instead of Oprah when talking to a table of her fans."
Personally mine (SunnyInOC) was mixing "circumcised" with "baptized." I was about 10. I asked my mom and dad if I had ever been circumcised. I knew as soon as I said it that I said the wrong word. Wow! I still get reminded every so often at age 31.
Just Where Does T.J. Maloney Live, Salisbury Or Fruitland?
T.J. Maloney's mailing address is 1702 Riverside Dr, SALISBURY but the premises address is 1702 Riverside Dr., FRUITLAND?
GO HERE to see the official records.
Don Geronimo Is BACK!!!
Don Geronimo (previously from the Don & Mike Show) will be back on the air.....and locally, too. He'll be on WOCM (Seacrets Radio www.irieradio.com) beginning at 1:00 pm on July 7th.
Welcome back Don!
Welcome back Don!
UNBELIEVABLE! Salisbury Police Department Press Release
The Salisbury Police Department has responded to a number of burglaries of local business in the last month that resulted in damage to the businesses and the theft of property. This has occurred eleven (11) times and on each occasion glass was broken from a window or door to make entry. Once entry was made, the suspect(s) quickly took property from the store then exited through the same opening. Most of the businesses were in close proximity to Rt. 13, and with the exception of two (2), were located in the southern end of Salisbury. Those two (2) exceptions were on North Salisbury Boulevard. Most of the property taken has involved U.S. Currency and electronic equipment such as cellular telephones and ipods. On two (2) occasions suspects have been observed by witnesses exiting the businesses and have been described as: three (3) young black males, medium build, and wearing all dark clothing.
If anyone has information regarding these burglaries they are asked to contact the Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3165 CC # 200800022449
If anyone has information regarding these burglaries they are asked to contact the Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3165 CC # 200800022449
CAMP ESPA
MONTH OF JULY 2008.
For our members and our law enforcement agencies. GO HERE to visit their Site. You can join as a private Member for $25.00 per year.
Every Tuesday night starting at 5:30p.m., at Camp ESPA, 5425 Sharptown Road, Eldorado.
Take a child fishing at Camp ESPA.
Trophy for child 12 and under who catches the biggest fish. Has to be recorded by
7:30p.m. Also how many hoops can you make in 60 seconds. Come on out and let's see. Will be recorded each Tuesday night. Let's see who our July champion turns out to be. Different age categories for this one. Starting at 6pm Hotdogs on the grill.
Come on out and try a stinky dog, a pizza dog, a cheesed dog, a chili dog. We even have a bad breath dog as well as that old sauerkraut dog.
Bring your own bait, fishing supplies and drink. We do have sodas and bottled water which you can purchase from the soda machine. This is a great way to spend a little quality time with the family. The pool should be open sometime in the month of July, the basketball court will be open, let's see how good you are at horse shoes and maybe we can get a little volleyball game going.
Around dusk there will be a bonfire, weather permitting.
HOW LONG HAS IT BEEN SINCE YOU HAD A ROASTED MARSHMELLOW
BRING A BAG WITH YOU AND LET'S SEE IF YOU STILL KNOW HOW
DON'T FORGET YOUR CHAIR OR BLANKET TO SIT ON. WE HAVE SOME CHAIRS BUT I HOPE WE RUN OUT AND THERE IS STANDING ROOM ONLY. Fishing license apply for 16 and over
SKEETER WILL BE AVAILABLE SO BRING YOUR CAMERA AND GET YOUR
PICTURE WITH SKEETER BEAR.
For more information contact Phylis at 410-726-7894
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE
ESPA stands for, Eastern Shore Police Association.
For our members and our law enforcement agencies. GO HERE to visit their Site. You can join as a private Member for $25.00 per year.
Every Tuesday night starting at 5:30p.m., at Camp ESPA, 5425 Sharptown Road, Eldorado.
Take a child fishing at Camp ESPA.
Trophy for child 12 and under who catches the biggest fish. Has to be recorded by
7:30p.m. Also how many hoops can you make in 60 seconds. Come on out and let's see. Will be recorded each Tuesday night. Let's see who our July champion turns out to be. Different age categories for this one. Starting at 6pm Hotdogs on the grill.
Come on out and try a stinky dog, a pizza dog, a cheesed dog, a chili dog. We even have a bad breath dog as well as that old sauerkraut dog.
Bring your own bait, fishing supplies and drink. We do have sodas and bottled water which you can purchase from the soda machine. This is a great way to spend a little quality time with the family. The pool should be open sometime in the month of July, the basketball court will be open, let's see how good you are at horse shoes and maybe we can get a little volleyball game going.
Around dusk there will be a bonfire, weather permitting.
HOW LONG HAS IT BEEN SINCE YOU HAD A ROASTED MARSHMELLOW
BRING A BAG WITH YOU AND LET'S SEE IF YOU STILL KNOW HOW
DON'T FORGET YOUR CHAIR OR BLANKET TO SIT ON. WE HAVE SOME CHAIRS BUT I HOPE WE RUN OUT AND THERE IS STANDING ROOM ONLY. Fishing license apply for 16 and over
SKEETER WILL BE AVAILABLE SO BRING YOUR CAMERA AND GET YOUR
PICTURE WITH SKEETER BEAR.
For more information contact Phylis at 410-726-7894
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE
ESPA stands for, Eastern Shore Police Association.
The City Of Salisbury Is A Pain In The GrAss
Joe,
First let me say I enjoy your page and I read it everyday. Thanks for keeping the good people of Salisbury informed about what is really going on in our city. I am writing about something that happened to me yesterday that just has me fuming and my first thought was your website.
I get home yesterday after work to find this wonderful pick slip attached to the front of my house, only to find a sweet note from the city complaining about grass growing between the cracks of their sidewalk......On and on about how its in violation of section 8.08 and on and on and on. Bottom line is please cut the weeds from your side walk cracks.
See How nice my yard looks!!!! See how much grass in the side walk we are talking about?
Now let me say, I am all about making our city look nice and I have NO problem doing my part. But please see the photo below of the house next door. This is their yard! and yep you guessed it no pink slip for them!.
See the Jungle I live beside! You gotta love it!
Thank you so much City of Salisbury for have your priorities straight! I am so glad you can see where your time really needs to be spent!
You will drive by today and see the grass in my cracks are removed and my neighbors yard keeps getting taller.
Thanks for the justice! and welcome to Salisbury
First let me say I enjoy your page and I read it everyday. Thanks for keeping the good people of Salisbury informed about what is really going on in our city. I am writing about something that happened to me yesterday that just has me fuming and my first thought was your website.
I get home yesterday after work to find this wonderful pick slip attached to the front of my house, only to find a sweet note from the city complaining about grass growing between the cracks of their sidewalk......On and on about how its in violation of section 8.08 and on and on and on. Bottom line is please cut the weeds from your side walk cracks.
See How nice my yard looks!!!! See how much grass in the side walk we are talking about?
Now let me say, I am all about making our city look nice and I have NO problem doing my part. But please see the photo below of the house next door. This is their yard! and yep you guessed it no pink slip for them!.
See the Jungle I live beside! You gotta love it!
Thank you so much City of Salisbury for have your priorities straight! I am so glad you can see where your time really needs to be spent!
You will drive by today and see the grass in my cracks are removed and my neighbors yard keeps getting taller.
Thanks for the justice! and welcome to Salisbury
Yesterday Was National HIV Testing Day....The Bronx Want to Test Every Single Adult Resident
In celebration of National HIV Testing Day, the New York City Government has hatched an idea to implement an aggressive three year plan to test every adult within the Bronx Burrow.
According to the Time Herald-Record Manhattan has the highest Aids cases and the Bronx has the highest death rate. This is attributed to residents waiting too long before being tested and getting necessary treatment. Medical professionals are ready to start making it part of a routine intake just like a Blood Pressure and Temperature Check.
Many people feel it is a way to make a DNA data base on an historically poor and minority population. Especially those who feel HIV AIDS was developed by the Government to exterminate certain types of people.
If Maryland made it mandatory that you get a HIV test would you do it?
According to the Time Herald-Record Manhattan has the highest Aids cases and the Bronx has the highest death rate. This is attributed to residents waiting too long before being tested and getting necessary treatment. Medical professionals are ready to start making it part of a routine intake just like a Blood Pressure and Temperature Check.
Many people feel it is a way to make a DNA data base on an historically poor and minority population. Especially those who feel HIV AIDS was developed by the Government to exterminate certain types of people.
If Maryland made it mandatory that you get a HIV test would you do it?
Friday, June 27, 2008
Maryland State Police Make a Major Marijuana Bust In Willards
I was informed today, (no Press Release yet) yesterday the Maryland State Police made a major bust on a traffic stop in Willards. The driver was speeding and was pulled over. There was an obvious scent of marijuana coming from the vehicle. I'm awaiting the volume they recovered but from what I've been told it was pretty darned serious. Apparently the pot was found in jars.
I do have more information but I'm going to hold back on saying anything without a Press Release as I wouldn't was to impede on their investigation. Great Work Salisbury Maryland State Police!
I do have more information but I'm going to hold back on saying anything without a Press Release as I wouldn't was to impede on their investigation. Great Work Salisbury Maryland State Police!
Major Breaking Friday Night News
The New Salisbury Fire Department is falling apart! That's right! The ceramic floors from the new kitchen area are cracking and popping and some of the doors are having a hard time closing, one is off by 1 1/2 inches to 2 inches at the bottom and won't seal! They've got chairs not designed for the flooring in the new Station in which the engineers who recommended them completely screwed up. This is not caused by abuse, (scratching and marking the floors) from the Firefighters. They've had overflows from the bathrooms and flowed onto the carpeting. The new doors aren't working properly and they're having to relocate equipment because they cannot get certain doors open. They still haven't installed the speakers so Firefighters inside the building even know there's a fire in progress! Some pagers have dead spots in the building and the speakers are a must. Another piece of information just came in. You know those new big custom doors going into their new Conference Room, they're bowing and are visably showing major signs of not being level at the bottom of the doors. If a taxpayer saw all of this they would freak out.
What say you now Barrie Tilghman, Chief See & Deputy Chief Gordy?
What say you now Barrie Tilghman, Chief See & Deputy Chief Gordy?
MOTHER AND DAUGHTER BANNED FOR LIFE FROM DISNEYLAND
But NOT from this Blog. I wonder where they got the NERVE?
A Letter To The Editor
Joe:
With the recent cataclysmic escalation of oil prices - (oil topped $142 a barrel in early - morning trading for the first time) - I feel that you must communicate this message to all of our government legislators - (City, County, State, Federal).
The time is well overdue to require all non - essential government personnel - (Police and ambulance as the only exclusions - NO OTHER EXCLUSIONS) - to be required to drive their State, Federal, City, vehicles to a designated terminal whereby their driving habits can be severely monitored and regulated.
With gas now towering in excess of $4.00/gallon it has become obvious that time has now reached CRITICAL MASS whereby accountability is demanded from the taxpaying public.
I propose the following actions, Effective Immediately, a designated terminal should be required for all County, State, City, and Federal vehicles to be turned-in at the end of each workday, again, no exclusions.
Dramatic measures are required to meet DRAMATIC FUEL COST CONDITIONS. It is only fair to the taxpayers for this system to be implemented ASAP as they are the ones footing the cost to subsidize the current sub-standard system.
With the recent cataclysmic escalation of oil prices - (oil topped $142 a barrel in early - morning trading for the first time) - I feel that you must communicate this message to all of our government legislators - (City, County, State, Federal).
The time is well overdue to require all non - essential government personnel - (Police and ambulance as the only exclusions - NO OTHER EXCLUSIONS) - to be required to drive their State, Federal, City, vehicles to a designated terminal whereby their driving habits can be severely monitored and regulated.
With gas now towering in excess of $4.00/gallon it has become obvious that time has now reached CRITICAL MASS whereby accountability is demanded from the taxpaying public.
I propose the following actions, Effective Immediately, a designated terminal should be required for all County, State, City, and Federal vehicles to be turned-in at the end of each workday, again, no exclusions.
Dramatic measures are required to meet DRAMATIC FUEL COST CONDITIONS. It is only fair to the taxpayers for this system to be implemented ASAP as they are the ones footing the cost to subsidize the current sub-standard system.
Striped Icebergs
Amazing striped icebergs
Icebergs in the Antarctic area sometimes have stripes, formed by
layers of snow that react to different conditions.
Blue stripes are often created when a crevice in the ice sheet
fills up with meltwater and freezes so quickly that no bubbles form.
When an iceberg falls into the sea, a layer of salty seawater can
freeze to the underside. If this is rich in algae, it can form a
green stripe.
Brown, black and yellow lines are caused by sediment, picked up
when the ice sheet grinds downhill towards the sea.
Having the Internet means that we get to see something
that we never imagined!
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Release
Incident: Possession of Crack Cocaine
Date of Incident: 26 June 2008
Location: 6100 Block of Florence Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspects: Kerry T. Flagg, 39, Pocomoke, MD
Narrative: On 26 June 2008 at 5:45PM, Sheriff Mike Lewis, along with deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office, went to a residence in the 6100 block of Florence Street during the investigation of illegal drug activity. While at the residence, the Sheriff and his deputies began investigating both the residence and the subjects found there. It was during this that the Sheriff located what he recognized as crack cocaine in the possession of Kerry T. Flagg. Other deputies searched the area where Flagg had been sitting and located additional crack cocaine.
Flagg was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Unit at the Wicomico County Detention Center where he was processed and charged with Possession of Crack Cocaine. After an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner, Flagg was held in the Detention Center on $3,000.00 bond.
Who is W. R. Witzke?
In Friday's Daily Times we were treated to an oddity - a letter to the editor that was both well thought out AND very well written. It didn't hurt that I was in full agreement with the author.
I don't know if Witzke is a man or a woman. I don't know whether he or she is a Democrat or a Republican. I do know that Witzke is either very intelligent or some kind of conservative savant.
Witzke has provided one of the most succinct and persuasive pieces against Wicomico County's antiquated dispensary system. We commend Witzke for his or her writing and logic. We also wish they wrote for us at Delmarva Dealings. We can always use an intelligent voice like this.
cross posted at Delmarva Dealings
I don't know if Witzke is a man or a woman. I don't know whether he or she is a Democrat or a Republican. I do know that Witzke is either very intelligent or some kind of conservative savant.
Witzke has provided one of the most succinct and persuasive pieces against Wicomico County's antiquated dispensary system. We commend Witzke for his or her writing and logic. We also wish they wrote for us at Delmarva Dealings. We can always use an intelligent voice like this.
cross posted at Delmarva Dealings
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Quote of the Day... Pay Attention this one is Deep
Individual rights are not subject to a public vote; a majority has no right to vote away the rights of a minority; the political function of rights is precisely to protect minorities from oppression by majorities (and the smallest minority on earth is the individual).
Ayn Rand
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My Question Of The Day
If Slots do go into Ocean City next year, will drive you to visit Ocean City more often or less often?
Salisbury Police Department Press Releases
On June 23, 2008 at approximately 7:10 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to a residence on Middleneck Drive for the report of a rape. Upon arrival, the officers met with the victim who advised that on this date a male known to her entered her residence without authorization and raped her. The female, who is fifteen (15) years of age, identified the below listed suspect, who was located and taken into custody.
ARRESTED: Brandon Lewis Townsend, 20 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Second degree rape
Fourth degree Sex Offense
Second degree assault
Fourth degree burglary
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800022013
On June 23, 2008 at approximately 11:49 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department stopped a vehicle occupied by the below listed suspect in the area of E. Lincoln Avenue for traffic violations. The officers received consent to search the vehicle, and as a result of the search located a piece of suspected crack/cocaine and a glass smoking device containing suspected crack/cocaine residue in the suspect’s possession.
ARRESTED: Jessica Pamela Cordrey, 26 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Possession of cocaine Possession of cds/paraphernalia
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800022040
On June 24, 2008 at approximately 11:45 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to a residence on Carrolton Avenue for the report of an assault. Upon arrival the officers met with a victim who advised that two (2) suspects, listed below, that were known to the victim had ridden by the victim’s residence in a vehicle and had shot at the victim with a bb gun. The victim was struck by the bb’s but did not sustain an injury. During the assault, the suspects also struck the residence and a nearby vehicle with the bb’s causing minor damage. Responding officers located the vehicle and a check of the vehicle revealed a paintball gun, an air bb pistol with a bag of bb’s and a quantity of suspected marijuana. The investigation is continuing.
ARRESTED #1: Carol Dawn Vance, 23 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
ARRESTED #2: Tiara Nicole Johnson, 24 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: (Both): Second degree assault Malicious destruction of property
DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking CC # 200800022168
On June 20, 2008 at approximately 12:45 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department observed the below listed suspect trespassing on posted property on Railroad Avenue. The officers met with the suspect, who was found to be wanted on an outstanding parole retake warrant. As a result of the warrant, the suspect was arrested and a search of the suspect’s person, incident to arrest, revealed a quantity of suspected crack/cocaine and related paraphernalia.
ARRESTED: Rodney Elliot Stevenson, 40 years of age Crisfield, Maryland
CHARGES:
Parole Commission Retake Warrant
Possession of cocaine
Possession of cds/paraphernalia
Trespassing
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800021658, 200800021662
ARRESTED: Brandon Lewis Townsend, 20 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Second degree rape
Fourth degree Sex Offense
Second degree assault
Fourth degree burglary
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800022013
On June 23, 2008 at approximately 11:49 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department stopped a vehicle occupied by the below listed suspect in the area of E. Lincoln Avenue for traffic violations. The officers received consent to search the vehicle, and as a result of the search located a piece of suspected crack/cocaine and a glass smoking device containing suspected crack/cocaine residue in the suspect’s possession.
ARRESTED: Jessica Pamela Cordrey, 26 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Possession of cocaine Possession of cds/paraphernalia
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800022040
On June 24, 2008 at approximately 11:45 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to a residence on Carrolton Avenue for the report of an assault. Upon arrival the officers met with a victim who advised that two (2) suspects, listed below, that were known to the victim had ridden by the victim’s residence in a vehicle and had shot at the victim with a bb gun. The victim was struck by the bb’s but did not sustain an injury. During the assault, the suspects also struck the residence and a nearby vehicle with the bb’s causing minor damage. Responding officers located the vehicle and a check of the vehicle revealed a paintball gun, an air bb pistol with a bag of bb’s and a quantity of suspected marijuana. The investigation is continuing.
ARRESTED #1: Carol Dawn Vance, 23 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
ARRESTED #2: Tiara Nicole Johnson, 24 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: (Both): Second degree assault Malicious destruction of property
DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking CC # 200800022168
On June 20, 2008 at approximately 12:45 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department observed the below listed suspect trespassing on posted property on Railroad Avenue. The officers met with the suspect, who was found to be wanted on an outstanding parole retake warrant. As a result of the warrant, the suspect was arrested and a search of the suspect’s person, incident to arrest, revealed a quantity of suspected crack/cocaine and related paraphernalia.
ARRESTED: Rodney Elliot Stevenson, 40 years of age Crisfield, Maryland
CHARGES:
Parole Commission Retake Warrant
Possession of cocaine
Possession of cds/paraphernalia
Trespassing
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800021658, 200800021662
Question of the Day, Fri 6/27
Today is National HIV testing day. Have you ever been tested for HIV? Have you had a loved you die of such a disease?
Today is also "Decide to be married" Day. Are you happily married? How many years? Are you happily divorced?
Today is also "Decide to be married" Day. Are you happily married? How many years? Are you happily divorced?
Why We Need A Dispensary Referendum NOW
A well thought-out and literate editorial in this morning's Daily Times provides the answer. Our District 37 and 38 legislators lack the moral courage and political will to tackle this issue without the cover a referendum would provide.
A referendum is really not necessary. IF Wicomico's state legislators wanted to abolish this antiquated system, they could do so in January.
IF our Republican members are the true conservatives that they claim to be, we shouldn't have any problem securing their support. Why do we? How can one claim to be for a free market and yet refuse to abolish a government monopoly?
As for the Democrat members of the Wicomico legislative contingent, I'm a little more sympathetic. The dispensary system (statewide) has historically been a corrupt perk of days gone by and was even used as a perverse electoral tool prior to the 1960's. Democrats are loathe to give up any tool that once helped them maintain an iron grip on the state house.
As usual, Wicomico's County Executive is straddling he fence giving lip service to the POSSIBILITY of a referendum, while dragging his heels to keep the measure off of November's ballot. Ditto for some members of our county council.
Ultimately, no referendum - no action in Annapolis. That is why we need this measure on November's ballot. Without a vote by the people of Wicomico County, their representatives in Annapolis are simply too scared to touch an issue that should have ceased to be controversial upon ratification of the 21st Amendment.
A referendum itself is not a slam dunk. The Wicomico County Liquor Control Board will not hesitate to spend TAXPAYER MONEY to wage a campaign against its passage. Another corrupt perk of an institution that is no longer relevant.
cross posted at Delmarva Dealings
A referendum is really not necessary. IF Wicomico's state legislators wanted to abolish this antiquated system, they could do so in January.
IF our Republican members are the true conservatives that they claim to be, we shouldn't have any problem securing their support. Why do we? How can one claim to be for a free market and yet refuse to abolish a government monopoly?
As for the Democrat members of the Wicomico legislative contingent, I'm a little more sympathetic. The dispensary system (statewide) has historically been a corrupt perk of days gone by and was even used as a perverse electoral tool prior to the 1960's. Democrats are loathe to give up any tool that once helped them maintain an iron grip on the state house.
As usual, Wicomico's County Executive is straddling he fence giving lip service to the POSSIBILITY of a referendum, while dragging his heels to keep the measure off of November's ballot. Ditto for some members of our county council.
Ultimately, no referendum - no action in Annapolis. That is why we need this measure on November's ballot. Without a vote by the people of Wicomico County, their representatives in Annapolis are simply too scared to touch an issue that should have ceased to be controversial upon ratification of the 21st Amendment.
A referendum itself is not a slam dunk. The Wicomico County Liquor Control Board will not hesitate to spend TAXPAYER MONEY to wage a campaign against its passage. Another corrupt perk of an institution that is no longer relevant.
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It's hard to believe $14,000,000.00 later the Salisbury Fire Department is finally complete and the redneck suckers running the joint got nothing more than a Morton Butler Style Building. I guess when you live in a Pre Fab home in Delmar or a Condo/Townhouse, who would know any better, right? It's not like they can say, we knew what we were doing! I mean, I dare you to find me a more expensive Fire Station ANYWHERE in the entire United States, seriously. Idiots!
Obama Reneged on the FISA Bill
In our upside down world in which we live it would seem that the Republicans would want to vote NO on FISA and the Democrats YES. However, quite the opposite is happening and the ACLU is all over it!
As most of you know I am extremely right winged so much so I cannot call myself a Republican but must call myself a Libertarian.
However as Ann Coulter calls him and I think I will follow in her footsteps B. Hussein Obama has stepped from the ranks of the Left and has voted with those on the Right to pass the FISA Bill.
The ACLU says it represents “an unprecedented extension of governmental surveillance over Americans.”
B. Hussein Obama, sounding on Friday a lot like Bush, said: “Given the legitimate threats we face, providing effective intelligence collection tools with appropriate safeguards is too important to delay.”
Here’s what Bush said the same day as Obama: The bill “allows our intelligence professionals to quickly and effectively monitor the plans of terrorists abroad, while protecting the liberties of Americans here at home.”
But it doesn’t protect our liberties, and Obama ought to know that.
Leading Dems are wondering if he has even read the bill! And if he has read it and still approves then it is an even bigger problem!
This bill permits minimal oversight by the Courts, The FISA Court only reviews general procedures for targeting and minimizing the use of information that is collected. The court may not know who, what, or where will actually be tapped, thereby undercutting any meaningful for the court and violating the Fourth Amendment.”
What’s more, in the incredibly rare instances where the FISA Court denies a warrant to the President, under the new bill the President can go ahead and do the wiretapping anyway while the appeals process continues, a process that the ACLU says can take two months.
So Why is B. Hussein Obama breaking ranks with his party and supporting this bill?
If you are supporting him you need to look into these issues and ask yourself if this is a liberty you want to just throw away. The other thing you need to ask yourself is ... What else will he break ranks on?
My next article is going to be in the form of a question...
Do you know the difference between a NeoCon and a NeoLib?
Takes Your Breath Away!
*IMAGINE YOU ARE AT A PARTY on the tenth floor....*
*YOU'VE BEEN ! DRINKING ...*
*(not that you would...)
*AND THEN YOU HAVE TO VISIT THE BATHROOM... *
*You open the door... *
*NOW, REMEMBER,*
*THE FLOOR IS JUST*
* A PAINTED FLOOR!*
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*KINDA TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY.....*
*DOESN'T IT?*
*YOU'VE BEEN ! DRINKING ...*
*(not that you would...)
*AND THEN YOU HAVE TO VISIT THE BATHROOM... *
*You open the door... *
*NOW, REMEMBER,*
*THE FLOOR IS JUST*
* A PAINTED FLOOR!*
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*KINDA TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY.....*
*DOESN'T IT?*
Advertising Promotion
I wonder if they are giving these out as product promos to all the Doctor's offices?!
EXCLUSIVE - New Local Artist Releases Hit Song
Due to Barrie Tilghmans mandate, no questions asked during public comments shall be answered by anyone on council. This song is dedicated to Louise Smith and all those that bow down to the Queen of Barrieland.
This song is sure to be #1 on the S**hit Parade.
Click Here to Listen I ll Get Back To You On That
I'll Get Back To You On That
by Wicomico Surf
I was swimming in the Wicomico
Where did all the tootsie rolls come from, I don't know
It was gross and kinda bad
Though, I had to ask what happened today? Why am I feeling bad, this way?
She said "I'll get back to you on that"
Different day in the Wicomico
I think I know where my flushes go: In the Wicomico
Oh no, that's cold
Want to know what the problem is?
Want to find out can we fix it?
I don't know, I don't know
But "trust me: She'll get back to you on that"
Trust me "I'll get right back to you on that.
This song is sure to be #1 on the S**hit Parade.
Click Here to Listen I ll Get Back To You On That
I'll Get Back To You On That
by Wicomico Surf
I was swimming in the Wicomico
Where did all the tootsie rolls come from, I don't know
It was gross and kinda bad
Though, I had to ask what happened today? Why am I feeling bad, this way?
She said "I'll get back to you on that"
Different day in the Wicomico
I think I know where my flushes go: In the Wicomico
Oh no, that's cold
Want to know what the problem is?
Want to find out can we fix it?
I don't know, I don't know
But "trust me: She'll get back to you on that"
Trust me "I'll get right back to you on that.
Maryland Chapter 3 Red Knights International Motorcycle Club Iron Butt Ride
Maryland Chapter 3 Red Knights International Motorcycle Club
Iron Butt Ride
**UPDATE**
June 22, 2008
We are off to a great start! Here are the current details!
DEPARTURE DATE: Friday, 27 June between 9 -10 pm
FROM: Berlin- Ocean City Wal-Mart
RETURNING: Saturday, 28 June before dark
TO: Berlin - Ocean City Wal-Mart
So far the route has been planned. I covers 1099 miles and will take a minimum of 18 hours of riding to complete. It involves all three states of Delmarva. The ride will be conducted in a self-paced style, that is to say that there will be a number of bikes participating, but they will be riding in groups no larger than 4 and 2 or 3 is preferred for safety reasons. Each rider will be able to ride at his or her own pace and follow the course stopping when it is necessary for each of the individuals or riding pairs. Safety will be of the utmost importance. Each rider will be linked by cell phone to the lead car and the following truck. This will allow riders to be informed and to inform the lead and following vehicle if there are any problems. *No riders will be expected to talk while riding, they will however be expected to check in with the lead or following cars from time to time during fuel and rest stops. This is again for safety sake.
Riders who become tired and are not able to complete the ride will be afforded the opportunity to be picked up by the follow-up truck and/or to be logged out of the ride and free to return home after they have gotten a chance to rest.
The departure time was chosen in an effort to provide the most daylight hours of riding, especially in unfamiliar areas. By leaving on Friday night, we will be riding in the dark for the first several hours while we are still amped up and on familiar roads. The majority of the ride will be completed during daylight hours. Riding during daylight hours, especially towards to the end of the ride, will be important to increase visibility during what will be your most tired riding time.
WHO: Any member of MD3 is welcome to put their name in the hat and ride. It was discussed that MD3 Road Captains would hold a meeting of riders a couple of times before the event to review the condition of not only the rider, but also the bikes. Safety is the most important part of any ride!
Our goal for the ride is to raise money for the Lupus Foundation. Riders will be asked to raise a minimum of $100 ridership fee with a goal of $250 or more if they are willing to go out and get the pledges. We will have pledge forms for members and riders to use in getting support for the ride soon. Remember if you are unable to make the ride, there are many other ways to contribute. Make a personal pledge to a club member who plans to ride. Raise pledges for a club member who plans to ride. Offer to drive or ride in lead or follow vehicles. Be there Friday night to support our riders. Come back Saturday as our members arrive home. There are so many ways to support this event!
Again we are looking for as many as 20 riders, one lead vehicle with 2-4 and a tailing truck with a trailer and a spare bike with a few members.
For more details contact: Bob Thompson bob@bikedreamstv.com
They are doing the ride to raise money for the Lupas Foundation. They leave from the Wal-Mart in Berlin tomorrow night at 8PM.
Iron Butt Ride
**UPDATE**
June 22, 2008
We are off to a great start! Here are the current details!
DEPARTURE DATE: Friday, 27 June between 9 -10 pm
FROM: Berlin- Ocean City Wal-Mart
RETURNING: Saturday, 28 June before dark
TO: Berlin - Ocean City Wal-Mart
So far the route has been planned. I covers 1099 miles and will take a minimum of 18 hours of riding to complete. It involves all three states of Delmarva. The ride will be conducted in a self-paced style, that is to say that there will be a number of bikes participating, but they will be riding in groups no larger than 4 and 2 or 3 is preferred for safety reasons. Each rider will be able to ride at his or her own pace and follow the course stopping when it is necessary for each of the individuals or riding pairs. Safety will be of the utmost importance. Each rider will be linked by cell phone to the lead car and the following truck. This will allow riders to be informed and to inform the lead and following vehicle if there are any problems. *No riders will be expected to talk while riding, they will however be expected to check in with the lead or following cars from time to time during fuel and rest stops. This is again for safety sake.
Riders who become tired and are not able to complete the ride will be afforded the opportunity to be picked up by the follow-up truck and/or to be logged out of the ride and free to return home after they have gotten a chance to rest.
The departure time was chosen in an effort to provide the most daylight hours of riding, especially in unfamiliar areas. By leaving on Friday night, we will be riding in the dark for the first several hours while we are still amped up and on familiar roads. The majority of the ride will be completed during daylight hours. Riding during daylight hours, especially towards to the end of the ride, will be important to increase visibility during what will be your most tired riding time.
WHO: Any member of MD3 is welcome to put their name in the hat and ride. It was discussed that MD3 Road Captains would hold a meeting of riders a couple of times before the event to review the condition of not only the rider, but also the bikes. Safety is the most important part of any ride!
Our goal for the ride is to raise money for the Lupus Foundation. Riders will be asked to raise a minimum of $100 ridership fee with a goal of $250 or more if they are willing to go out and get the pledges. We will have pledge forms for members and riders to use in getting support for the ride soon. Remember if you are unable to make the ride, there are many other ways to contribute. Make a personal pledge to a club member who plans to ride. Raise pledges for a club member who plans to ride. Offer to drive or ride in lead or follow vehicles. Be there Friday night to support our riders. Come back Saturday as our members arrive home. There are so many ways to support this event!
Again we are looking for as many as 20 riders, one lead vehicle with 2-4 and a tailing truck with a trailer and a spare bike with a few members.
For more details contact: Bob Thompson bob@bikedreamstv.com
They are doing the ride to raise money for the Lupas Foundation. They leave from the Wal-Mart in Berlin tomorrow night at 8PM.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Harris Praises Supreme Court For Protecting The 2nd Amendment
"Harris Praises Supreme Court for Reaffirming the 2nd Amendment"
Andy Harris announces his "Prescription for Protecting Our 2nd Amendment Rights"
Annapolis - Today, State Senator Andy Harris M.D. praised the Supreme Court's landmark ruling reaffirming our Second Amendment rights. For the first time United States history, the Supreme Court ruled that individual Americans have the right to own firearms for personal use. The ruling struck down the District of Columbia's ban on handguns.
As a naval officer with expert pistol qualification who believes in the historical basis and the value of the 2nd Amendment, Andy supports the right of all law-abiding citizens to keep and bear arms. As a State Senator, Andy routinely receives "A+" ratings from the NRA for his support of Second Amendment rights. Andy is a lifetime member of the NRA.
"Today's ruling is a victory for individual rights and personal liberty." said Senator Harris. "Gun-grabbing liberals should take note that the Constitution clearly states Americans have the right to own firearms and the Supreme Court reaffirmed that today"
Andy took the occasion of the court's ruling today to announce his "Prescription for Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights." The plan has four parts:
1. The right to keep and bear arms is an individual right that cannot be taken away from a law-abiding citizen. Therefore, the federal government does not have the authority to keep records of who does and who does not possess firearms.
2. National right-to-carry laws with reciprocity should be enacted.
3. The right to self-defense means that every American should be permitted to take any means necessary to protect their home, their possessions, and their loved ones from loss or harm - without fear of government or personal legal action when self-defense is used. Laws confirming that right of self-defense should be enacted.
4. Public lands should be made available to citizens for legal hunting.
This Just In On Local Fly Ash
The entire Sam's Club & WalMart properties have fly ash for base and tons of it!This is going to be a huge issue! Interstate Amesite was the contractor that hauled it from DP & L/Connective from the Indian River Plant.
GO HERE to read our earlier article on Fly Ash.
GO HERE to read our earlier article on Fly Ash.
Bridge Over Troubled Water
At 2:45 PM the Draw Bridge in Downtown Salisbury is up once again. Thank God the UPS Delivery Man wasn't delivering his packages at this very moment, eh?
BREAKING NEWS! UPS Gets The Shaft!
Moments ago UPS was in the GOB delivering packages when all of a sudden there was a 911 call and the Salisbury Fire Department swarmed the building. It turns out the UPS Driver was stuck in the elevator and they had to rescue him from within the shaft.
Heroically, the Driver refused to be rescued without them taking the package he was delivering out of the elevator FIRST! Both package and Driver are safe and sound and the elevator company has been called in to do immediate repairs.
Now I understand why their uniforms are BROWN! Would have scared the sh!t out of me too.
Heroically, the Driver refused to be rescued without them taking the package he was delivering out of the elevator FIRST! Both package and Driver are safe and sound and the elevator company has been called in to do immediate repairs.
Now I understand why their uniforms are BROWN! Would have scared the sh!t out of me too.
WMDT Has A Great Informational Piece On The Salisbury WWTP
GO HERE to read their official story.
Here are some highlights of the story.....
When the project started city officials understood the transition would be a complex and risky. But even when project is complete the sewage spills might not be over.
Stevens adds that, "we have limited historical experience with some of this new equipment," saying also, "there may be some equipment failures."
He says there may be future spills but they'll be cleaner than in years past, "the quality of this water is much better than what we've been sending for the last 20 years," says Steven's.
Here are some highlights of the story.....
When the project started city officials understood the transition would be a complex and risky. But even when project is complete the sewage spills might not be over.
Stevens adds that, "we have limited historical experience with some of this new equipment," saying also, "there may be some equipment failures."
He says there may be future spills but they'll be cleaner than in years past, "the quality of this water is much better than what we've been sending for the last 20 years," says Steven's.
Sysco Employees Hold their Collective Breath
I was informed today that Lankford Sysco is getting ready to make yet another cut. This time upwards of 30 employees will be informed by this Friday if they are the ones loosing their jobs or not.
Sources say that cuts are going across the board this time; from upper level management to the folks working the docks.
Times are getting tougher and tougher and it seems that there is no one anywhere especially here on the shore that is immune from the recession that we are experiencing.
Lankford Sysco is certainly Pocomoke's anchor employer that has consistently provided bread winner jobs for many of our local families for many many years. After cuts earlier this year, it's anyone's guess who will be next.
What an absolute shame this is. America's only GNP is war, and we hit an economic landslide such as this one of the first things consumers stop doing is eating out.
It's time to wake up America and call your Senators and Congressmen and tell them that this NAFTA and GAT is a complete and utter failure. It has caused our country to be consumers and not producers and when we don't produce anything to sell, we can't afford to consume.
I sincerely wish the very best for the Lankfords, and for the families that these cuts will affect. Keep them in your prayers and keep our country in your prayers.
McDonald's In Fruitland Sucks
Yesterday a friend of mine went to the McDonald's near the Bowling Alley on Rt. 13 to pick up a cup of iced coffee. She went through the Drive Thru and by the time she was pulling away she took one sip and stopped dead in her tracks, parked the car and went inside to get her money back or get a FRESH cup.
To make a long story short, while standing in line one of the employees dumped a 3 or 5 gallon bucket of iced tea on this friend, completely drenching her from head to toe, as well as some other people standing there.
Not once did they apologize, seriously! My friend's Husband got on the phone and called corporate McDonald's and they did nothing. She had to call into work and tell them she was going to go all the way back home, take a shower, get dressed and then finally come into work. The time lost here was also unreal.
Not for nothing Folks but I NEVER, and I do mean NEVER go to McDonald's, period. This will keep me away for yet another 20 years!
To make a long story short, while standing in line one of the employees dumped a 3 or 5 gallon bucket of iced tea on this friend, completely drenching her from head to toe, as well as some other people standing there.
Not once did they apologize, seriously! My friend's Husband got on the phone and called corporate McDonald's and they did nothing. She had to call into work and tell them she was going to go all the way back home, take a shower, get dressed and then finally come into work. The time lost here was also unreal.
Not for nothing Folks but I NEVER, and I do mean NEVER go to McDonald's, period. This will keep me away for yet another 20 years!
THE DAILY TIMES ALERT. . . GCI ABOUT TO SET ANOTHER RECORD LOW
GCI is within (1) penny of breaking yet another 52 week low for the fourth time within the past week.
Stock now trading at $21.90. Previous 52 week low was $21.89.
Click here for better look:
http://finance.yahoo.com/echarts?s=GCI#chart1:symbol=gci;range=5y;indicator=volume;charttype=line;crosshair=on;ohlcvalues=0;logscale=on;source=undefined
It's official. . . GCI just broke through it's previous 52 week record low and is now trading at $21.84.
Stock now trading at $21.90. Previous 52 week low was $21.89.
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It's official. . . GCI just broke through it's previous 52 week record low and is now trading at $21.84.
Dear Daily Times
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As it has become clear that Salisbury News is locating to 300 W. Main Street and YOU are relocating OUT of the City, we'd greatly appreciate your relocating your BILLBOARD truck from outside of our building on a daily basis. Pictures do NOT lie. Oh, by the way, you're parking illegally. However, we all know how hard Barrie Tilghman has been on the parking meter people telling them to lay off people and stop giving out so many tickets.
Sincerely,
Joe Albero
Rescue Kitten Update
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The skinny little shy kitten that arrived at our home a week or so ago now has a belly and some meat on his bones. Yeah, we've even taken him indoors and quite frankly we can't get enough of his sharp little claws/nails sticking us constantly as he climbs up our legs to get our attention. "09o98" He just jumped on the keyboard and made this previous quote. LOL I made it bold.
8 to 5?
What the hell happened to the United States Post Office?
As I always recalled, the Post Office had hours of 8 to 5 and now it's 9:30 to 4:30? Talk about a load of crap! Yes, this is even at the main Post Office. What Idiot came up with these hours as being convenient for the CUSTOMERS spending the money to keep these a$$holes in business?
OK, now come back and blast me and tell me how long this has been going on.
I should add, my Mother In Law just came by and filled me in on the Post Office hours. I have not personally seen these hours but she just came from two different locations and stated they posted new hours.
As I always recalled, the Post Office had hours of 8 to 5 and now it's 9:30 to 4:30? Talk about a load of crap! Yes, this is even at the main Post Office. What Idiot came up with these hours as being convenient for the CUSTOMERS spending the money to keep these a$$holes in business?
OK, now come back and blast me and tell me how long this has been going on.
I should add, my Mother In Law just came by and filled me in on the Post Office hours. I have not personally seen these hours but she just came from two different locations and stated they posted new hours.
262 Comments In Just One Day
I don't care what you say, 262 comments in just one day is remarkable! Let's see, on Michael's Site it would take about six months to reach those numbers and Duvall, well, perhaps a year? We did it in just one day. Pop a Nitro pill Billy, we wouldn't want to read about you in the "B" section of the Daily Times tomorrow.
SALISBURY NEWS VURSES THE DAILY TIMES
I'll try and be brief as I know your news agency is deluged with hordes of emails to you.
This morning I woke-up and turned on my computer as I do every day. The first site I go to is your news agency, www.SBYnews.com. After I finished reading your news I went out to my mailbox and retrieved The Daily Times. Upon scanning the front page section, something struck me like never before. My general observation is The Daily Times is trying to restrain the news as opposed to SBYnews exposing news. There is a stark contrast when comparing the two news medias.
I've watched it year-in-year out with The Daily Times dwelling on old news - (i.e. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Board of Education Budgets, Poultry Industry) - as noted on the front page of today's edition. Your news agency is more interactive with daily occurrences whereby I can better identify with.
Moreover, from my vantage point it is obvious that their reporters are being 'spoon fed' information as opposed to their being subjective.
Joe, this morning I'm cancelling my subscription to The Daily Times because I just can't buy into it anymore.
Thank you very much Salisbury News for removing the shadow from our citizenry.
Thanks again
This morning I woke-up and turned on my computer as I do every day. The first site I go to is your news agency, www.SBYnews.com. After I finished reading your news I went out to my mailbox and retrieved The Daily Times. Upon scanning the front page section, something struck me like never before. My general observation is The Daily Times is trying to restrain the news as opposed to SBYnews exposing news. There is a stark contrast when comparing the two news medias.
I've watched it year-in-year out with The Daily Times dwelling on old news - (i.e. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Board of Education Budgets, Poultry Industry) - as noted on the front page of today's edition. Your news agency is more interactive with daily occurrences whereby I can better identify with.
Moreover, from my vantage point it is obvious that their reporters are being 'spoon fed' information as opposed to their being subjective.
Joe, this morning I'm cancelling my subscription to The Daily Times because I just can't buy into it anymore.
Thank you very much Salisbury News for removing the shadow from our citizenry.
Thanks again
UPDATE ON REPEAL OF BELOW COST SALE OF GASOLINE
Here is an update on the status of HB 1601 - Repealing Provisions of law that prohibit a retail service station dealer from selling motor fuel below cost.
http://mlis.state.md.us/2008rs/billfile/hb1601.htm
The House Bill was sponsored by Delegate Warren Miller of Howard County, to repeal the foolish Maryland Law that costs Marylanders undue pain and hardship at the pump.
Bottom line. . . it was given a death sentence by certain members of The House Economic Matters committee.
From my own personal observation. . . I wish the Maryland Legislature would never convene because every time they do they end-up doing more harm than good. This is yet another classic example where enactment of the law cost Marylanders dearly.
http://mlis.state.md.us/2008rs/billfile/hb1601.htm
The House Bill was sponsored by Delegate Warren Miller of Howard County, to repeal the foolish Maryland Law that costs Marylanders undue pain and hardship at the pump.
Bottom line. . . it was given a death sentence by certain members of The House Economic Matters committee.
From my own personal observation. . . I wish the Maryland Legislature would never convene because every time they do they end-up doing more harm than good. This is yet another classic example where enactment of the law cost Marylanders dearly.
Extension Of Ban On Fly Ash Sought
Anne Arundel County Executive John R. Leopold said yesterday he will seek legislation to extend a ban on the dumping of fly ash in the county until October 2009.
The ban ends in October of this year, and Leopold said that fly ash previously dumped by Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. in a Gambrills pit continues to pose health risks.
Fly ash is a byproduct of burning coal and is captured by special equipment in the chimneys of power plants.
Constellation Energy, of which BGE is a subsidiary, worked with a contractor to dump 800,000 of tons of waste ash for 12 years ending in 2007 from its Brandon Shores coal-fired power plant into an unlined former grave
County tests found that 23 wells in the area tested positive for dangerous metals such as arsenic, cadmium and thallium, all components of ash from smokestacks.
On Oct. 1, the Maryland Department of the Environment imposed a $1 million fine on Constellation and the contractor, BBSS Inc. and ordered them to clean up the contamination. The County Council on that same date banned the dumping of waste ash in the county for one year.
The ban ends in October of this year, and Leopold said that fly ash previously dumped by Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. in a Gambrills pit continues to pose health risks.
Fly ash is a byproduct of burning coal and is captured by special equipment in the chimneys of power plants.
Constellation Energy, of which BGE is a subsidiary, worked with a contractor to dump 800,000 of tons of waste ash for 12 years ending in 2007 from its Brandon Shores coal-fired power plant into an unlined former grave
County tests found that 23 wells in the area tested positive for dangerous metals such as arsenic, cadmium and thallium, all components of ash from smokestacks.
On Oct. 1, the Maryland Department of the Environment imposed a $1 million fine on Constellation and the contractor, BBSS Inc. and ordered them to clean up the contamination. The County Council on that same date banned the dumping of waste ash in the county for one year.
Painting Dropped Off At Goodwill Auctioned For $40 Grand
GO HERE for the full story.
EASTON, Md. — A painting dropped off at an Easton Goodwill store turned out to be a work by a French Impressionist. And now, thanks to the sharp eye of a store employee, the charitable organization is $40,000 richer.
The painting of a Parisian street scene left at the store in March along with the daily donations of pots, pans, old clock radio and other items turned out to be a work by Edouard-Leon Cortes. The painting was sold for $40,600 at a Sotheby's auction a few weeks ago.
If the owner of the painting wants the money, he or she may be out of luck. Goodwill says it doesn't keep track of donors. Donations, meanwhile, are gifts that are considered legal and final transactions.
EASTON, Md. — A painting dropped off at an Easton Goodwill store turned out to be a work by a French Impressionist. And now, thanks to the sharp eye of a store employee, the charitable organization is $40,000 richer.
The painting of a Parisian street scene left at the store in March along with the daily donations of pots, pans, old clock radio and other items turned out to be a work by Edouard-Leon Cortes. The painting was sold for $40,600 at a Sotheby's auction a few weeks ago.
If the owner of the painting wants the money, he or she may be out of luck. Goodwill says it doesn't keep track of donors. Donations, meanwhile, are gifts that are considered legal and final transactions.
Correction Requested from Board of Ed
In relation to an article in Wednesday's Daily Times and our post covering the WCBOE meeting the Daily Times, Delmarva Dealings, and Salisbury News have all received an email WCBOE chairwoman Robin Holloway asking for a correction.
Our reporting of the quote was based on the Daily Times article. The Daily Times has not chosen to correct their quote of interim Superintendent Tom Fields. While we have had issues with Daily Times coverage of several issues, they have not involved the misquoting of individuals. Therefore, we are standing by yesterday's post.
The Daily Times has printed a letter to the editor from Ms. Holloway communicating her point of view on this matter.
cross posted at Delmarva Dealings
Our reporting of the quote was based on the Daily Times article. The Daily Times has not chosen to correct their quote of interim Superintendent Tom Fields. While we have had issues with Daily Times coverage of several issues, they have not involved the misquoting of individuals. Therefore, we are standing by yesterday's post.
The Daily Times has printed a letter to the editor from Ms. Holloway communicating her point of view on this matter.
cross posted at Delmarva Dealings
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Today brought to you by reader Melissa Malone:
Verizon DSL - DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that Verizon offers DSL internet at a low price. You can get 768K speed internet in your home for $21.99 a month. Now they don't like to tell you this when you call, they always want to up sell you to the faster speed, however, for the average home user, 768 is plenty. Much faster than dial up and close to the same price. With Verizon DSL you know longer need an extra phone line (if you have one). You can talk on your phone while using the internet.
Now, they will also offer you a contract rate if you sign up for 24 months. $12.99 the first 6 months and $17.99 the next 6 months and then $21.99 the second year. However, if you cancel within those two years you will be charged a fee of about $80.
So, I started calculating. In two years on this plan I would be saving $3.50 a month ($84.00 over the two year period). However, when I asked them about guaranteeing the speed they said they couldn't do that, so if in two years the speed slows down and the service is so slow I could cancel it at a cost of $80 for early termination.
Why would I take a rate guarantee from them, without a service guarantee from them. I want my options open at all times, and $3.50 a month is not worth them owning me. So if you are looking to cut expenses you can get the Verizon DSL for $21.99 a month with no obligations.
NEW RELEASE MOVIES FOR $1 -DID YOU KNOW?
Go to www.Redbox.com and look for locations in your area. Wal-Mart's, Giants, Super Fresh all have them. New Release movies for just $1.00 per night. Just has to been returned by 9pm the next day. At any location.
Verizon DSL - DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that Verizon offers DSL internet at a low price. You can get 768K speed internet in your home for $21.99 a month. Now they don't like to tell you this when you call, they always want to up sell you to the faster speed, however, for the average home user, 768 is plenty. Much faster than dial up and close to the same price. With Verizon DSL you know longer need an extra phone line (if you have one). You can talk on your phone while using the internet.
Now, they will also offer you a contract rate if you sign up for 24 months. $12.99 the first 6 months and $17.99 the next 6 months and then $21.99 the second year. However, if you cancel within those two years you will be charged a fee of about $80.
So, I started calculating. In two years on this plan I would be saving $3.50 a month ($84.00 over the two year period). However, when I asked them about guaranteeing the speed they said they couldn't do that, so if in two years the speed slows down and the service is so slow I could cancel it at a cost of $80 for early termination.
Why would I take a rate guarantee from them, without a service guarantee from them. I want my options open at all times, and $3.50 a month is not worth them owning me. So if you are looking to cut expenses you can get the Verizon DSL for $21.99 a month with no obligations.
Verizon-Basic Phone: Have you ever gone on Verizon website and looked for their basic package. It is nowhere to be seen. But after calling them and asking basic phone, no long distance unlimited calling to local areas. 16.95 a month.
GROCERY SHOPPING TIPS - DID YOU KNOW?
That you can take all the flyers from all the other grocery stores in your area into Wal-Mart and they will price match your groceries. We have done this a few times and after two times, we found that Wal-Mart only had to price match two items because everything else was still cheaper than the other stores.NEW RELEASE MOVIES FOR $1 -DID YOU KNOW?
Go to www.Redbox.com and look for locations in your area. Wal-Mart's, Giants, Super Fresh all have them. New Release movies for just $1.00 per night. Just has to been returned by 9pm the next day. At any location.
The Plan
The plan
A.. Back off and let those men who want to marry men, marry men.
B.. Allow those women who want to marry women, marry women.
C.. Allow those folks who want to abort their babies, abort their babies.
D.. In three generations, there will be no Democrats.
Don't you love it when a plan comes together?
A.. Back off and let those men who want to marry men, marry men.
B.. Allow those women who want to marry women, marry women.
C.. Allow those folks who want to abort their babies, abort their babies.
D.. In three generations, there will be no Democrats.
Don't you love it when a plan comes together?
My Bee's Are Doing Great!!
Maryland Department of Agriculture Apiary Inspector and Master Beekeeper Dean Burroughs came and inspected my hives yesterday.My 6 year old colony with a 1 year old queen is brimming with honey and Dean says they are doing great.
As I told you in an earlier story, my other colony which I had kept out at my Granddads in Stockton, had died last year. I didn't want to purchase another colony, I wanted to try to start a hive on my own so this is what I did.
I went into my old hive and looked in the brood boxes and found a frame that had two queen brood sacs attached to it. I took this frame which was also filled with dozens of worker bees and placed it in hive in which the former colony had died. I then took two more brood frames out of the old hive; knocked off the bee's and then placed those frames in the new hive as well.
My hope was that the worker bees would feed and take care of the queen sacs and hatch them, then also take care of the brood that I had transferred over from the other hive as well. And it worked!
This is totally amazing to me. From what I have been told this is very iffy and unreliable, but it worked for me and I am stoked!
Dean recommended I feed them immediately as since they are so young there are not yet enough workers to provide enough food for them all yet and the queen will lay more eggs if there is a consistent food source.
Honey robbing time is quickly approaching. Karole and I usually do it the week after 4th of July.
She has a spinner and I help her with her hives and she lets me spin my honey.
I'll keep you posted on how much honey I get.
For all of you who are interested in seeing the robbing and spinning process, email me and I'll be happy to make arrangements so you can come down and be a part. It is an all day event, that involves eating, laughing, maybe getting stung once or twice and at least one bottle of wine.
If your interested in coming let me know and I let you know whats on the menu and you can bring a side. It will be a blast.
With all of the honey we ingest on this day, I don't know what really gives us the buzz, the wine or the honey!
MORE REASONS FOR MARYLANDERS TO EXODUS STATE
Joe, once again I have to tip my hat to you for uncovering this Maryland Law atrocity.
I can tell you why all of the strip stations are not offering the Maryland public discounted prices on gasoline.
And you. . . the Maryland taxpaying public will not be reading about this in The Daily Times.
Because it is against Maryland Law for stations to sell the taxpaying public discounted gas. If they do. . . the Maryland Legislature has authorized severe penalties for the gas station dealers.
Bottom line. . . the Maryland Taxpayers are the ones getting royally screwed by none other than their elected officials.
Current Law: Retail service stations are prohibited from selling motor fuel below cost except under limited circumstances. "Below cost" is defined as a price that is less than the total of: (1) the most recently published average reseller rack cost of motor fuel by grad and quality, as calculated by the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS), for particular terminal from which the motor fuel was delivered to the retail service station dealer, or the actual invoice cost from the supplier of the product, whichever is lower; and (2) the freight charges and all applicable federal, State, and local taxes not included in the invoice cost.
FOR MORE READ ON THE FISCAL NOTE:
http://mgasearch.state.md.us/data/2006rs/fnotes/bil_0003/SB0503.pdf#xml=http://mgasearch.state.md.us/search97cgi/s97is.dll?action=View&VdkVgwKey=j%3A%5C2006rs%5Cfnotes%5Cbil%5F0003%5CSB0503%2Epdf&doctype=xml&Collection=2006%5FFiscal+Notes&QueryZip=gasoline+station&
I can tell you why all of the strip stations are not offering the Maryland public discounted prices on gasoline.
And you. . . the Maryland taxpaying public will not be reading about this in The Daily Times.
Because it is against Maryland Law for stations to sell the taxpaying public discounted gas. If they do. . . the Maryland Legislature has authorized severe penalties for the gas station dealers.
Bottom line. . . the Maryland Taxpayers are the ones getting royally screwed by none other than their elected officials.
Current Law: Retail service stations are prohibited from selling motor fuel below cost except under limited circumstances. "Below cost" is defined as a price that is less than the total of: (1) the most recently published average reseller rack cost of motor fuel by grad and quality, as calculated by the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS), for particular terminal from which the motor fuel was delivered to the retail service station dealer, or the actual invoice cost from the supplier of the product, whichever is lower; and (2) the freight charges and all applicable federal, State, and local taxes not included in the invoice cost.
FOR MORE READ ON THE FISCAL NOTE:
http://mgasearch.state.md.us/data/2006rs/fnotes/bil_0003/SB0503.pdf#xml=http://mgasearch.state.md.us/search97cgi/s97is.dll?action=View&VdkVgwKey=j%3A%5C2006rs%5Cfnotes%5Cbil%5F0003%5CSB0503%2Epdf&doctype=xml&Collection=2006%5FFiscal+Notes&QueryZip=gasoline+station&
PUBLIC NOTICE SPECIAL MEETING
In accordance with §SC2-4 of the Salisbury City Charter, a majority of the City
Council have called for a Special Meeting to be held on Monday, June 30, 2008,
at 6:00 p.m. to
1) conduct a public hearing and second reading of Resolution No. 1668
(increasing water and sewer rates);
2) conduct a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2058 (amending parking permit and
meter rates); and
3) approve Resolution No. 1661 (accepting 2009 CSAFE funds).
The special meeting will be held in Council Chambers (Room 301) of the
City/County Government Office Building (125 N. Division Street).
Council have called for a Special Meeting to be held on Monday, June 30, 2008,
at 6:00 p.m. to
1) conduct a public hearing and second reading of Resolution No. 1668
(increasing water and sewer rates);
2) conduct a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2058 (amending parking permit and
meter rates); and
3) approve Resolution No. 1661 (accepting 2009 CSAFE funds).
The special meeting will be held in Council Chambers (Room 301) of the
City/County Government Office Building (125 N. Division Street).
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