“Anyone who thinks the Gardner-area BNSF intermodal facility is not going to raise the housing demand and enrollment levels in Baldwin, while providing a high number of job opportunities, has not been paying attention.”
Grey, I am certainly a believer, but please remember the study that the District released last year that stated there would be no significant growth from the project. This was seconded by the Landplan assessment by the City.
It seems to me that there ought to be a way of stirring the pot to get some different vendors in town. It really does seem to be the same stuff every year. So much so that it is really noticeable when something new shows up. This year's example was the really cool exagerated-perspective bird houses with the bright colors (to the best of my memory this booth wasn't here in previous years).
Also, I really do enjoy the parade, but something seemed less energetic about it this year. Maybe a contest for the best entry where the top winners get to elect which charitable organization gets significant cash donations (i.e. $500, $250, and $125 respectively). The prize could be paid to the JH/HS band if it won also, thus encouraging more of them to participate.
I really wish there was a way to encourage other kinds of educational presentations at the Festival, rather than the strictly commercial venue that it has become. For example, perhaps some companies could provide demonstrations of new green technologies (green roofs, biodiesel production), communications companies displaying gadgets and services, and maybe even some cooking demonstrations.
Just some ideas. In all likelihood it won't matter because now that the City management has been called out on their attempts to throw major roadblocks into this year's MLF, they will probably deny the permit for it next year. They are very spiteful like that and will look for any opportunity to punish those who oppose them.
OK, no gray area, huh? How come the City didn't just state that in their letter that there was absolutely no gray area and that the building wasn't to be used? Instead we get the Dingman/Rakes passive-aggressive b%#llsh@t that every business owner in this town has grown to know and hate so well. The message in the letters: “the city strongly advises against…” and “we will not stand in your way, but….”
Please explain to me why the City didn't feel it clear-cut enough to issue a firm 'no'?
You've come a long way, baby. Nothing like a pageant where “looks don't hurt” to set the young lady on her way into the real world. Nice work, Maple Leaf.
Depending on the nature of the repair that is needed, you might be able to claim that you are “constructively evicted” and thereby terminate your lease. I know, for example, that if the heating or plumbing doesn't work then the house is not fit for occupancy and you would have a case.
Why don't you call down to the fine folks in Codes Enforcement? It's doubtful they'll answer the phone, and even if they do, it's even less likely they'll listen to you since it will interfere with their competitive Minesweeper tournament in the office. However, it is their JOB to make sure that properties in Baldwin City are fit for living.
Don't believe me that Mr. Winegar is unscrupulous? Do you remember the time that he went to the County to try to influence them to rule against granting their approval of the hardware store turnout on 6th street? Luckily the hardware store folks got up to the County at 8AM or there wouldn't be a hardware store being built right now.
Bill Winegar had absolutely no authority to do what he did. He simply decided that he didn't want the new hardware store and by God he was going to kill the deal. Was he reprimanded by the city administrator for putting the city at risk for a lawsuit? Hell no. Instead, Dingman recommended him for a raise this year just like clockwork.
6 November 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
“Anyone who thinks the Gardner-area BNSF intermodal facility is not going to raise the housing demand and enrollment levels in Baldwin, while providing a high number of job opportunities, has not been paying attention.”
Grey, I am certainly a believer, but please remember the study that the District released last year that stated there would be no significant growth from the project. This was seconded by the Landplan assessment by the City.
24 October 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
It seems to me that there ought to be a way of stirring the pot to get some different vendors in town. It really does seem to be the same stuff every year. So much so that it is really noticeable when something new shows up. This year's example was the really cool exagerated-perspective bird houses with the bright colors (to the best of my memory this booth wasn't here in previous years).
Also, I really do enjoy the parade, but something seemed less energetic about it this year. Maybe a contest for the best entry where the top winners get to elect which charitable organization gets significant cash donations (i.e. $500, $250, and $125 respectively). The prize could be paid to the JH/HS band if it won also, thus encouraging more of them to participate.
I really wish there was a way to encourage other kinds of educational presentations at the Festival, rather than the strictly commercial venue that it has become. For example, perhaps some companies could provide demonstrations of new green technologies (green roofs, biodiesel production), communications companies displaying gadgets and services, and maybe even some cooking demonstrations.
Just some ideas. In all likelihood it won't matter because now that the City management has been called out on their attempts to throw major roadblocks into this year's MLF, they will probably deny the permit for it next year. They are very spiteful like that and will look for any opportunity to punish those who oppose them.
23 October 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
OK, no gray area, huh? How come the City didn't just state that in their letter that there was absolutely no gray area and that the building wasn't to be used? Instead we get the Dingman/Rakes passive-aggressive b%#llsh@t that every business owner in this town has grown to know and hate so well. The message in the letters: “the city strongly advises against…” and “we will not stand in your way, but….”
Please explain to me why the City didn't feel it clear-cut enough to issue a firm 'no'?
23 October 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
Not really surprising. Let's see, which City employees drew complaints from this “mess”?:
Jeff Dingman - City Administrator
Bill Winegar - Director of Public Works
Tina Rakes - Director of Codes Enforcement
Now where have I read postings from lots of BC citizens about the ineptitude and unprofessional behavior of these folks? Hmmm, let me think…
16 October 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
You've come a long way, baby. Nothing like a pageant where “looks don't hurt” to set the young lady on her way into the real world. Nice work, Maple Leaf.
9 October 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
I just don't even have the energy to comment on this anymore.
Torch, could you carry the torch for me on this one?
10 September 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
Depending on the nature of the repair that is needed, you might be able to claim that you are “constructively evicted” and thereby terminate your lease. I know, for example, that if the heating or plumbing doesn't work then the house is not fit for occupancy and you would have a case.
Why don't you call down to the fine folks in Codes Enforcement? It's doubtful they'll answer the phone, and even if they do, it's even less likely they'll listen to you since it will interfere with their competitive Minesweeper tournament in the office. However, it is their JOB to make sure that properties in Baldwin City are fit for living.
2 September 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
Nice to see that “Gulf” means within the U.S. this time.
28 August 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
Thank the gods that the project is not being managed by Baldwin City Public Works. We might never travel 6th Street south again.
9 August 2008
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ibelieveinmapleleaf (Anonymous) says…
Don't believe me that Mr. Winegar is unscrupulous? Do you remember the time that he went to the County to try to influence them to rule against granting their approval of the hardware store turnout on 6th street? Luckily the hardware store folks got up to the County at 8AM or there wouldn't be a hardware store being built right now.
Bill Winegar had absolutely no authority to do what he did. He simply decided that he didn't want the new hardware store and by God he was going to kill the deal. Was he reprimanded by the city administrator for putting the city at risk for a lawsuit? Hell no. Instead, Dingman recommended him for a raise this year just like clockwork.