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| Press misses 'leadership' and 'vision' |
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| Written by Don Cose | |
| Tuesday, 09 September 2008 | |
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Don Cose says this City Council, contrary to a recent editorial, has done quite well in providing for a community vision. A Press editorial (Our Voice, "Candidate’s courthouse vision shows leadership," July 26) extolled the virtues of locating the south-county courthouse in downtown Tracy. Leadership and vision, it was called. Before there’s a rush to judgment, we should consider all issues. For years, this City Council, the community, merchants and property owners have been working to recreate the "old-town experience" downtown — ice cream cones, evening strolls, recreational shopping, families, outside dining and safety — that Tracy has lost. It is hard to understand how bringing to downtown Tracy every south county rapist, murderer, car thief, hijacker, pedophile, peeping tom, burglar, shoplifter and traffic scofflaw, as well as their families, friends, gang members and other associates, can help to recreate the "old-town experience." The times I have served on a jury in Stockton have not been so enjoyable as to make me want to take my wife to the courthouse area for an ice cream cone and evening stroll. And let us not forget the ancillary items that would be needed to accommodate the proposed south-county courthouse, if it were to be located in downtown Tracy. Merchants would need bars on the windows, rollup gates, security doors, bail bonds, cops for rent, private investigators, extra cleanup services and pawn shops — and that’s just a few ideas that come to mind. Leadership and vision, it was called. Let’s talk about leadership and vision. This City Council has provided new streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, street lights, landscaping and furniture for downtown. That is leadership and vision. That is part of the "old-town experience." This council has provided a new City Hall and the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts. It has paved and resurfaced streets and alleys. This council has purchased a site and is constructing a multimodal station and parking lot for the multimodal station. This council constructed the new parking lot on Ninth Street. This council has identified downtown and infill as a No. 1 priority for obtaining available building permits. That is leadership and vision. This council, as a group and as individuals, has provided the leadership, vision and necessary consultants so that the community, property owners and merchants can think outside the box and can begin to understand how great downtown is becoming and how great it could be. That is leadership and vision. • Don A. Cose, a 38-year resident of Tracy, is a property developer who also restores old buildings in downtown Tracy. Trackback(0)
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 written by what? , September 10, 2008
The only vision that the current leadership has is to continue to cater to one developer - Serpa
Create a MONOPOLY for Ellis/Surland and subsidize their campaign donor with our tax dollar for the next 20yrs... Way to go Ives and the AMigos!  written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 No wonder you two are unhappy with the current leadership... written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 You keep talking about a "MONOPOLY" that doesn't exist. written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 There was a "plan" for "8000" homes discussed at the July 1st, city council meeting. written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 That's more houses than Serpa and other developers combined! written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 You two are starting to sound like those two old guys in the balcony, on the Muppet Show. written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 Try Channel 26. You can watch the City Council on Channel 26! Others saw the "plan" for "8000" RGA's when it was discussed on July 1st. The WalMart employees were there too. Just go down to the cityhall and order your copy of the DVD. Cheers!  written by Dave Hardesty , September 10, 2008
"written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
You two are starting to sound like those two old guys in the balcony, on the Muppet Show." Funny! And one of them sort of looks like one of the Muppet characters too. You can figure out which.  Thanks for the laugh. Dave Hardesty written by what? , September 10, 2008
Brent Ives will go down in the history books of Tracy as the biggest sell out! Pandering should be his middle name.
 written by JonnoB , September 10, 2008
I served on a jury (murder trial) about 2 years ago at the courthouse in Stockton. With the exception of the waterfront area and new theater, the area was certainly blighted. In and around the courthouse itself, were what you would expect... lawyers in suits and every other low-life you can imagine. I really felt like I could be mugged by someone just for walking in the area.
 written by Tom Benigno , September 10, 2008
Who Cares:
Dave if you are discribing me as one of the muppets, someone called me and asked me, if I was Dave Hardesty in disguise. Your pictures need to be changed, they say you look like me. Dark but balding hair a mustash and glasses. I had the look first, please change your looks. t. b  written by Malcolm , September 10, 2008
IVES, TOLBERT and Co. haven't done anything for jobs, their focus to promote rapid housing growth and damage long term jobs like the Airport and Courthouse, that is why they are catering to crony Les Serpa and his 3,850 mega development.
The decay of Stockton downtown came from bad City planning/development decisions that drained all investment from the downtown to the suburbs. Celeste will make sure that the city policies support and maintain downtown. IVES will continued failed policy of rapid residential sprawl with Ellis and Tracy Hills. written by Tom Benigno , September 10, 2008
Who Cares:
Bringing a bunch of construction workers to Tracy is not what I call a solid economy. We need jobs for people who buy the houses. Most builders take the money and run. We want jobs for our citizen's who pay the taxes, and send their children to schools and shop here. Let the demand for housing take care of it's self. t. b written by what? , September 10, 2008
Vision of Brent Ives is providing for Serpa for the next 20yrs.
Leadership is having the Amigos and city hall to follow the bread crumb path to create busy work for civic employees. All of this is the reason why we need new faces and educated leaders to lead us into the future. Keeping the same people(15yrs of the same people). Pandering for so long they are clueless as how to do it any other way. That is not visionary! written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
Malcolm,
Job creation? Eh? The mall, automall, Kaiser... written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
Malcolm,
Now, in contrast Celeste Garamendi is planning only two "ideas" for job creation. Let's learn about Garamendi's so-called job-creation ideas: 1. Another "courthouse idea" with criminal element and social element in our downtown: http://tracypress.com/content/view/15729/2244/ 2. An idea for Very Light Jets (VLJ's). An expert in that business call this business a "disappointing" failure. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VLJ "HYPE" is another word used to describe this "dot.com with wings". One VLJ company tried to manufacture 500 VLJ's per year and could only handle six. The entepreneur that Celeste Garamendi brought in to the airport says they will need to manufacture 500 (???) VLJ's per year in Tracy for the City of Tracy to make revenue. Other companies in this business are already facing bankruptcy and could not even produce six VLJs per year. Malcolm, With what some estimate to be a $70 million dollar price tag, on Garamendi's airport "idea" - why wait for bankruptcy? Are you suggesting that Garamendi can create jobs? We haven't seen a sound "plan" from Celeste. And the only jobs her idea will create are a few new "retail" jobs in a "truck route". Wow! Garamendi will create only a few "retail jobs" for the "social element" in a "truck route"? Is that really what Tracy taxpayers want? There is a serious problem that is not being discussed! And we haven't seen the delivery of the "promise" of "transparency". Malcolm, I think you are missing the picture, here? written by what? , September 10, 2008
TRN,
You are the only one defending Ives...You are the one missing the big picture! written by Dave Hardesty , September 10, 2008
Ives or Garamendi? It's still Ives. Sorry what?
Dave Hardesty written by Dave Hardesty , September 10, 2008
Malcolm
No jobs what so ever? I think you ought to examine the facts on the matter in that many of the business employing people today in Tracy started up their operations in Tracy under Ive's and Tolbert's terms on City counsel. I am surprized someone with your knowledge cannot recognize that. On the other hand, how many jobs have the Garamendi/Connolly camp created in Tracy? For that matter, what impact have they had on our city's revenues and finances? Dave Hardesty written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
To "what?":
If that's your only problem, then explain what your "picture" is. Otherwise, the voters will not be interested in your missing "leadership" and "vision". Same goes for whoever you are supporting, here. Those whom you oppose are lucky to have you on the other side. Thanks! written by Tom Benigno , September 10, 2008
Who Cares:
Dave you should re-read your article in todays paper. You sounded like you were not favoring candidates, of any race and here you support Ive's. Don't say oh! that's only your opinion. That won't work. Stay the course the surge is on. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
Tom Benigno,
I read the article. Here it is: http://tracypress.com/content/view/15734/2244/ But I don't believe I've had the opportunity to debate this issue with you. This should be easy for you. Tell us your opinions, in five words or less. What is it you don't like about the article? Thanks! written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 Also, tell us what the "Who Cares" is all about? Did you mean to say, "what?" cares? Not implying you are the same blogger, but you two bloggers seem to have similar opinions? Is that the "surge" you were referring to? Thanks! written by Tom Benigno , September 10, 2008
Who Cares:
TRN you are out of your league baby? The post was not about you, the comments were made to Dave Hardesty, let him speak for himself. TRN go back to sleep. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008
Tom Benigno,
If your really a big-leaguer than this should be easy for you. After all the smoke is cleared, do you REALLY think Garamendi will bring jobs to Tracy, CA? Just want to hear your "opinions"! Thanks!  written by fortheunderdog , September 10, 2008 what?, Is Don Cose actually Dale Cose in disguise? Or are they both fixer uppers of blighted property that they renovate and rent out that will be around a courthouse located downtown? Courtroom hours are 9-5. If you're walking about downtown at night the only rapist, murderer, car thief, hijacker, pedophile, peeping tom, burglar, shoplifter and traffic scofflaw, as well as their families, friends, gang members and other associates will be Tracy residents. Gee, that's a nice thought. I say build it and pi$$ off these few Ives supporters. written by what? , September 10, 2008
The deviants can all flop down and spend the night in the 12 million dollar "Transient Station" next to the MOCOCO line and watch trains go by!
Measure K pet project of Brent Ives!  written by Dale Cose , September 10, 2008 written by fortheunderdog , September 10, 2008 FTURD... after all the identity disclosure by you why so worried about others? There is a difference, Don Cose is actually Don Cose, but why bother to ask the Press... after all... they verify the Letter to the Editor submittals. Or are they both fixer uppers of blighted property that they renovate and rent out that will be around a courthouse located downtown? Want odds? Courtroom hours are 9-5. If you're walking about downtown at night the only rapist, murderer, car thief, hijacker, pedophile, peeping tom, burglar, shoplifter and traffic scofflaw, as well as their families, friends, gang members and other associates will be Tracy residents. Gee, that's a nice thought. Spending a lot of time around Stockton's courthouse in the evening? Tracy's element only works the 8-5 shift. I say build it and pi$$ off these few Ives supporters. One could not expect anymore of you... don't ever change, you're beautiful though... one of us is going to be sorely disappointed Nov. 5th. Hint: No matter the outcome, I'll keep working. written by Dale Cose , September 10, 2008 written by what? , September 10, 2008 Hey, me too... I'm advocating Mr. Ives. written by what? , September 10, 2008 So... what? is your DV8 predilection? what? time will you rise for the passing of the trains? what?... will you be speed booking or requesting a thorough frisking? what? identity will you use? what? do you do when it's cold out? what? do the deviates do when you're all tied up? written by Tracy RealNews , September 10, 2008 Interesting! See the underlined text, below... It kinda sounds like the same logic that Celeste Garamendi is using. written by fortheunderdog , September 10, 2008 There goes the downtown! written by Dale Cose , September 10, 2008 Not necessarily, I offered FTURD odds against it... we'll see. written by what? , September 11, 2008
Dale,
The homeless could always try to rent from you, you supply flop houses in the downtown area. written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 written by what? , September 10, 2008 We are unable to handle the homeless but instead of abusing them how about you offering a place to stay? Forgot, helping isn't your cup of tea is it? Carping is. Too bad even your memory is short. We closed down your residence when we purchased our office in 1976. Thought we sent you to Stockton with the rest of the ne'er do wells. 'Bad penny' and all that. You have a lovely evening and I'll slap you some more later. written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
To "what?":
What do you have against the homeless?  written by maybenotdumBcommenT , September 11, 2008
I can't answer for what? but the homeless steal out of garbage, beg for money so they get a 40 ouncer and drugs. They poop and pee were ever they please. They refuse help so they can continue the vicious cycle of addiction. They smell and they can be dirty. Thats enough for now I guess. Of course it is not this way for all homeless.
written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 written by maybenotdumBcommenT , September 11, 2008 Adjectives describing those others were noticeably lacking. written by Dave Hardesty , September 11, 2008
mbndc
Hope you never end up homeless. Go ahead and make fun of them. Many are good people. Yes, some are sick and need help but that's not all of them. You easily could end up that way or have you forgotten American History and the great depression. FTUD Just to Pi** off Ive's supporters? Are you really serious? Sometimes you make some pretty good sense. At other times you come of sounding a lot like TB. Dave Hardesty written by what? , September 11, 2008
Brent Ives can build his 12 million dollar "Transient Station" to rpovide a roof over the head of our local homeless. The transient station will be a hub of homeless.
written by Tom Benigno , September 11, 2008
Who Cares:
Dale Slum Lord: Many of the homeless people are veterans, and fought for our country, and now are helpless soles. Dale you call them NE'ER DO WELLS "BAD PENNYS" AND ALL THAT. You should be ashamed of yourself, talking that way about people who sacraficed to keep you free. You did however enjoy the money they paid you for, your "Slum" buildings they lived in. Question Dale were you ever in the military? I bet not. t. b written by Dave Hardesty , September 11, 2008
What's that buzzing sound? Oh, now it's TB who wants to discuss things with me.
But wait, didn't TB say he never wanted to discuss anything with me. Sorry TB but I will not get sucked into one of your discussions again. Too bad you cannot understand I can support someone and still disagree with them on some of their points. That's the trouble with a party line minded person. You either vote for the party or you vote against the party. Doesn't make any difference if some in the party are doing a better job than those in the party you are voting for you gotta maintain the party line image. Ever think that this may be a strong contributing factor in why our National, General and Local politics is so messed up? For my self my votes go to the person I align with the most. It doesn't mean that I agree with them on every single detail or point. But it does mean that I mostly agree with them and will hammer out the little details when the time presents itself. Folks, if you are waiting for one political messiah that will come along and fix everything at one fell swoop you will be bitterly disappointed for your entire lives. It's somewhat like shopping for tomatoes in the grocery store. You pick the one with the least blemishes and move on. Is it perfect? Is any tomato perfect? Now, apply it to humans and you can see how I cast my votes for individual candidates and not some insane party line mantra. Dave Hardesty written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
To whom it may concern:
I wonder if Tom Benigno could just stick to the issues instead of other bloggers. Does Tom Benigno think the Tracy Press has "leadership" and "vision"? More importantly, doesn Tom Benigno think that Celeste Garamendi has "leadership" and "vision"? Will Tom stick to the issues? Some think not! written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 Good morning Tom Deranged, written by Tom Benigno , September 11, 2008 Wouldn't it be hard to bring in money when you close the "Slum" buildings they lived in? written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 cont. Admittedly I'm short on sympathy for the gentleman and am willing to listen to your story on how helping the homeless veterans you talked about earlier has enriched in your life. I'm also willing to listen to your tale of contributions to: McHenry House Tracy Interfaith Habitat for Humanity The Community Maybe one of these days I'll tell more about some of the other characters and their stories. written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008 I wonder if Tom Benigno will say the same things about Evelyn Tolbert, who is also on Habitat for Humanity. Maybe he just doesn't have all the information, yet? written by Dave Hardesty , September 11, 2008
Tom Benigno has absolutely no right to lecture Dale Cose on any comments he may have made about vetrans, military service, and others honorable military service, given his open public denegration of them in past comment sections.
He possesses an amazing amount of audacity to lecture anyone about shame when it comes to veterans and the military. Simply amazing. I, many vetrans and many active duty personnel in town clearly remember his scathing comments against our men and women who have served to keep his mouth free over these years and I am not about to sit here while he piously lectures someone else on the topic. Please don't bore us with the records of of Tom's active reserve duty military service. We all know what it is and it pales in what the majority of other military service personnel have done for this nation. Always in support of our men and women who serve and have served this nation and never against them. Tom simply cannot in all honesty say the same. Dave Hardesty  written by what? , September 11, 2008
I fail to see how the above writter can blame the Tracy Press for the lack of Leadership/Vision of our current elected council and mayor. Brent Ives and the AMigos are the worst bunch of follow the dollar bill, pander, and bought/paid/figures in the history of Tracy!
written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 Maybe creds require something more than lip service. You have credibility? what? Sorry about the question... you've shown none. written by Tom Benigno , September 11, 2008
Who Cares:
To Dale and Dave are you guys partners in life, you sure like to protect one another. Dale is that the "LOVE" you always talk about. As for the military I have a record of supporting our troops. I just won't support Bush's war,nor your constent bashing and I hope they both will end soon. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
Tom Benigno,
I'm an Independant. Is it OK, if I vote for either candidate? I never heard the term "rhino" before. Is that a real party? Who made that up? Thanks! written by Tom Benigno , September 11, 2008
Who Cares:
Ronald Reagan for one, you phony. Even Steve Wampler knows that one. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
Tom Benigno,
Are you sure it is good for a Republican to insult other Republican's? Many people look up to Kennedy and Regan on both sides. I know one thing - I'm going to be staying as an Independant, exactly because of this type of thinking. I hope not to get caught up in the down-the-line voting and partisan politics. Think outside the box. That's just my style. Cheers! written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
I liked how the article described the Downtown Tracy.
"an old-town experience" Before there’s a rush to judgment, we should consider all issues. An old-town experience sounds peaceful and inviting! Like that Don! Good article! Thanks! written by Dale Cose , September 11, 2008 Don Benigno, One would think with your hatred for Republicans, inability to get past a Bulls**te detector, unable to win an election seat, liberal democrat endorsement, the sky-is-falling-we're-all-doomed outlook, conspiracy theories running amuck, and general fussiness... maybe it's time to review your game plan? maybe spend more time with the kids and grandkids, enjoy life, read a book, see a show, go to dinner more often with friends or at least people that tolerate you, reregister as a democrat... find more happiness... written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008
Tom Benigno,
You could register as an Independant? Up to you, but if it brings you happiness. Go with it. Have a good day! written by maybenotdumBcommenT , September 11, 2008
"written by maybenotdumBcommenT , September 11, 2008
I can't answer for what? but the homeless steal out of garbage, beg for money so they get a 40 ouncer and drugs. They poop and pee were ever they please. They refuse help so they can continue the vicious cycle of addiction. They smell and they can be dirty. Thats enough for now I guess. Of course it is not this way for all homeless." written by Dave Hardesty , September 11, 2008 I'm not making fun of them Dave, I'm stating a fact. These homeless people are the same old homeless Tracy has had for years and years. Check out the bold. I should have done that especially for you since it appears you missed it while reading. As for me ending up homeless you don't know me or my situation or whether I could easily end up that way so your attempt to lecture me as if I were a child means nothing. You keep patting yourself on the back like you know everything. And Dale Cose, What is you point aboutthose others? written by Tracy RealNews , September 11, 2008 The homeless problem has gotten really bad in San Francisco. You can't walk across many of the parks, or streets, without stepping over, at least, eighty seven of the homeless people there. And I was shocked to find that, they even ask your children for money. Imagine the desparation of that kind of lifestyle, addiction, and psychological disorders. I guess, every town has to deal with this to some degree. There has to be a way to help the homeless and improve the downtonw. I would much more appreciate the old-town experience -- type of downtown, that Don Cose wrote about. Could we use Pleasanton, CA as a model? They have some old building spruced up to look new. Check out the Pleasanton Hotel Restaurant. Or the Fondue restaurant in Livermore. Or the Brewery Restaurant in Lodi. Those are good examples of what "vision" and "leadership" I would like the City of Tracy, CA to continue working toward. Wasn't there a recent article about the homeless shelter? Willie Nelson, or something was there? Sorry, can't find that article, now. written by Tom Benigno , September 12, 2008
To whom it may concern:
TRN & Cose I have been a republican for 72 years, why don't you and your few loud mouth RINO'S leave the party. Why should I leave the party I have not deceived my supporters, I still draw votes in the thousands. Why don't you try your luck, Mr. Pit bull in shorts. You need to apoligize to me you fool. go to benignoforsupervisor.com Get the facts. t. b written by Tom Benigno , September 12, 2008
Who Cares :
I don't know why I waste my time on your idiots. This has been my third year of this crapp. Answering your questions, for no reason but to keep you busy doing nothing. Get a job. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008
Tom Benigno,
I didn't realize that I said something to offend you and am not sure why you would deserve an apology. Can you cut and paste the comments that led you to feel that way? I'm not a "rhino". I am an Independant voter. So I will not be taking "rhino", or "Democrat's", or "Rebpublican's" sides. Also not saying you should leave your party. I just suggested that the Independant way of looking at things is somewhat liberating from all the expectations of bi-partisism. But it's probably not for everyone. Works for me. written by Dale Cose , September 12, 2008 written by Tom Benigno , September 11, 2008 Squishy... the voters that elected your opposition don't agree with your position. Try the upright. I still draw votes in the thousands. Why don't you try your luck, Mr. Pit bull in shorts. You need to apoligize to me you fool. Well, except for all the voter fraud going on around here you should have been elected. Whoopsie, don't you need more votes than your opponent? I apologize, on your behalf, on your inability to articulate your message semi-coherently and to all the voters for having to put up with you. Good? written by Tom Benigno , September 12, 2008
Who cares:
Why be an Independent? The playing field is not level. The Republicans and the Democrats only need 65 signatures to get on the ballot in any given race. As an Independent say for Congress, you will need 13,750 signatures plus the $1,620.00 filing fee. As with Ralph Nader he will need close to a quater of a million signatures just to be on the California ballot. Why don't you stay an Independent, that way you will never be elected. Who Cares: t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008
Tom,
Are you sure you're not supporting the ladies at the Democrat Booth again? I am not running as an "Independant". I am an "Independant" voter. What does Ralph Nader have to do with "leadership" and "vision". Does he have advertisement in the Tracy Press. Maybe he has a computer virus and went dark? Perhaps that's why we haven't heard of Ralph Nader before? Probably won't hear much from ol' Ralph Nader after November? Is he working at the Democrat booth too? Next time, I hope you find a better candidate than ol' Ralph Nader! That didn't sound so good! Cheers! written by Tom Benigno , September 12, 2008
Who Cares:
TRN: Are you just young and naive about the information I just gave you. What are you talking about Nader having an add in the Tracy Press. It had nothing to do with his political vision. It was however about ballot qualification, for the Independents. Please do not ask any more questions, you are not able to understand what the process is to be in a race. The End. t. b  written by Observer , September 12, 2008
"Why be an Independent? The playing field is not level."
Good thing we have the Independent party, it keeps both parties accountable for their actions, sometimes they have to insert their views to put brakes on what could hurt America? Independent party is growing rapidly, believe it or not, snowballing in numbers. That should let you know the moods of the voters in America, they are fed up as well as I am with corruptions, mismanagement, deficits, foreclosures, loss of jobs, corporations outscourcing jobs, privatization of water, farms, land, infrastructure and even medical field... the latest health concern is over the contaminated "baby formula" arriving from China, where is our health and well being concerned in using products outside of USA? Our very lifes are in danger.... who speaks for us? Most of the time it is the Independent party? If the party is not important why are both parties fighting for the Independent vote? Independent party are often the voice of forgotten citizens of America when politics are involved. Don't under-estimate the party's role. That is my view, others of same party may have slightly different view from mine. Thanks. -amy written by Observer , September 12, 2008
I still favor Family Friendly, peaceful green village living!
Bring on the charm by placing value on community ties! Good luck, go Green, Peaceful Living! But wonderful number of foot traffic for the businesses, too. -amy written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008
Tom Benigno,
Now you don't want to talk about Nader anymore? I'm young and naive, perhaps you could get away with Nixon then? Did he have an ad too? Are you sure you want to be associated with that guy (Nixon scandal)? You brought it out. Just following the thread to see where you are going with it. Looking from "leadership" and "vision". Not sure we are seeing it anywhere. Why do you keep "labeling" me a "Rhino"? I thought you said you always considered yourself an independant? The Tracy Press got that quote wrong? Put an ad in the paper! Maybe they will write your article too? Cheers! written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008 What you don't understand is how many signatures would it take to get a guy like Nixon elected? You're comparing apples to oranges, Tom. Independants know that the Republicans and Democrats both want to sway their votes. And I don't need your signature, Tom! Thanks anyway! written by what? , September 12, 2008
Skippy dippy,
No, if you support Brent Ives - You are not independent! written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008
Let's start by showing the readers that you are thinking for yourself. Or not thinking - in this case.
Then let's inform you that you obviously don't know what the word "Independant voter" means? Do you work for the TP or have ad? The article says they missed the "vision". written by Tom Benigno , September 12, 2008
Who Cares:
Independents are decline to state DCS or IND on the voter registration. American Independent is different. Signatures are the issue. Independents usually are moderate Republicans who like to walk the fence, kind of non-committal spoilers for good candidates. I never said I was a Independent. I filed as an Independent in 2004 to be the third party against Pombo and Mc Nerney. I collected 4,400 signatures, and didn't have the time to collect the other 9,350 signatures. I then ran for Mayor That's all. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 12, 2008
Tom Benigno,
I will have to dig up the article. Later. Cheers! written by Tracy RealNews , September 13, 2008 http://www.recordnet.com/apps/.../701230311 Some called him a campaign spoiler in Republican Assembly and congressional races, taking votes from fellow GOP candidates with better chances of winning; others claim he's a little crazy. That criticism has dogged him through his numerous campaigns, beginning with an Assembly run in 2000 and ending in 2006 with a loss in the Republican primary for the 11th Congressional District, yet Benigno shrugs it off. written by Tracy RealNews , September 13, 2008 http://tracypress.com/content/view/13903/2242/ "I think they’re pretty good. I’ve got some name recognition," he said, adding that he considers himself an independent voter. "I think there’s an opportunity for anybody to get elected if they work hard enough." written by Dale Cose , September 13, 2008 Why waste the time, the race is over... you didn't win... there is always tomorrow! written by fortheunderdog , September 13, 2008
"Farmers are rapidly selling out this agricultural region to developers, and small towns like Tracy are becoming bedroom communities for San Francisco and Silicon Valley commuters squeezed out by the outrageous prices. As a result, Tracy is full of humdrum vinyl boxes."
written by fortheunderdog , September 13, 2008
"In Tracy, the election results were clear-cut and could have an immediate impact. In 2000, Tracy voters enacted an initiative that capped building permits at about 600 per year, roughly half of the existing rate. City officials, however, insisted that the Measure A building cap allowed for a 10-year average, so the city has continued to issue more than 1,000 permits annually. To reach the average of 600, officials will have to shut off permits beginning in 2006. Potentially, the only permits that will be available will be Measure A's exceptions for downtown development and affordable housing."
written by fortheunderdog , September 13, 2008
"With this handwriting on the wall, AKT Development and The Surland Companies qualified two initiatives for the November ballot. Measure U would have carved an exception into the building permit cap for AKT's 5,500-unit Tracy Hills project, giving the Sacramento-based developer 600 building permits a year. Meanwhile, Measure V would have given San Ramon-based Surland 250 permits a year for a proposed 1,600-unit transit village along a commuter rail line. Despite the developers' combined spending of nearly $2 million in a city of 65,000, voters rejected both initiatives. AKT's Measure U received only 30% of the vote, while Surland's Measure V fared slightly better at 43%."
written by fortheunderdog , September 13, 2008
"Mike Souza, vice president of Souza Realty Development, a partner with AKT on Tracy Hills, predicted that people will be shocked and upset when construction dries up in 12 months."
written by Tom Benigno , September 13, 2008
Who Cares:
We predicted that 4 years ago. We won't have to wait until next year. t. b written by Tracy RealNews , September 14, 2008
Tom Benigno,
You said there was more and you weren't kidding? I guess will have to wait two more years to prove it, unless you want us to write you in? written by Tracy RealNews , September 14, 2008
But things may dry up when you begin to take on the persona of bob blinker.
written by Tracy RealNews , September 14, 2008
Tom Benigno,
Why would I want to take a hike? Where were you going with this? What were you saying about "leadership"? written by what? , September 14, 2008
Tom,
Ignore Dippy, he was the one who kept calling me, you for many months on this blog. He is a very ignorant and annoying blogger. Dont let anyone try to tell you your opinion is not valid. Dip, has a problem. This content has been locked. You can no longer post any comment.
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Don Cose as others are entitled to their opinions, but that should not be a reason not to have the other side of the issue published.
The Tracy Press has always given a bias side of the issues, for political reasons. We believe that there are thousands of residents who are unhappy with the current leadreship of Tracy.
Visons ideas for the future should come from many citizens, not just those who will benefit from it financially or politically. Afterall the "BUCK" stops with those tax payers.
t. b