There have been widely spread conflicting reports about what is going on at the Fillmore Middle School. Neither one has been confirmed by this reporter.
Story one.
Since the rising tide of support for Gayle Washburn and Jamey Brooks, the old guard at City Hall has secretly been moving all of their dirt to the Fillmore Middle School and created huge mountains. I find this hard to believe as there must be more somewhere else. However, it is easy to spread dirt throughout all parts of Fillmore and get away with it.
Story two.
Several camels were seen walking about the sand dunes at Fillmore Middle School. Rumor has it that the old guard at City Hall has brought in the Taliban to take back our town. In what might be related to this, our 7-11 now has 240 employees. Reports also say that a mosque is being built just west of McDonalds and will be the new home of the Taliban- Fillmore Chapter.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
El Dorado Fundraiser
On November 29th the HOA had a fundraiser for it's Block Captain program. This program needed funds to buy equipment for emergency response. Many of the Block Captains are CERT graduates and will be among the first to help others in the park in case of a disaster. To do that effectively, they need the proper equipment. The Fire Department gave us a basic list of equipment that we need to get started. We estimated the cost of everything on the list at $1,500. Thanks to the generosity of El Dorado's residents, many of the businesses in town and all of the volunteers who helped with the fundraiser, we had a net profit of $1,118! WOW! This will bring the program close to it's goal. I want to thank everyone for the help. God Bless You All.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Obama Claim is Circulating
Below is part of an interseting email I received. What do you think?
Former Deputy Attorney General Philip Berg filed a lawsuit addressing the citizenship status of Barack Obama before the Democratic National Convention and copied Democratic Chairman Howard Dean. It should have alerted them that there was a possible problem before they selected their nominee. But that problem was ignored. Other lawsuits filed before Nov. 4 were also ignored, placing us in what could be a constitutional crisis.
The good news is the real election hasn't taken place yet. The Electoral College doesn't meet until Dec. 15. That gives us less than a month to find the answers to the looming questions regarding whether Barack Obama meets the constitutional requirements for the office of president.
The courts don't seem to be in any hurry to take up their responsibility as guardians of the Constitution, so now Congress must step in. You see, members of Congress are sworn to uphold the Constitution, and when they vote in January to confirm (or reject) the vote of the Electoral College, they can't very well do that unless they know for certain that the basic constitutional requirements for office have been met.
An ad running this week in the Washington Times Weekly asks three questions America needs to know: "Was Barack Obama really born in Kenya?" "Is he really a citizen of Indonesia?" And, "Does the Constitution still matter?"
As I wrote about last week, there are many reasons to doubt whether Barack Obama meets the requirements for the office of president. First, there's that pesky tape from Sarah Obama, Barack's grandmother, where she says, "I was in the delivery room in (Mombosa) Kenya when he was born Aug. 4, 1961." Secondly, there's the matter of U.S. law. If only one parent was an American citizen, as in Obama's case, the law at the time of Obama's birth required one parent to have been an American citizen for at least 10 years – five of which had to have happened after the age of 14. Since Obama's mother was only 18 at the time of Obama's birth, he would not qualify as an American citizen if his grandmother is right about him being born abroad.
Thirdly, there's no original birth certificate – just a "certification of live birth" posted on a website experts say is forged and altered. Fourthly, there's the issue of Indonesian citizenship, which is a prerequisite to attending school there. Add to that the fact that Obama's stepfather, Lolo Soetoro, is listed as his father on his Indonesian school records. If he had U.S. citizenship, according to Indonesian law, he would have lost it when he attended school there or if he was adopted by his stepfather as his records indicate.
As the ad proclaims, "The Constitution matters" and is still worth defending. All we are asking is that Congress takes their oath to defend it seriously. If Obama can prove he meets the basic but essential constitutional requirements, fine, he'll serve legally. But if he cannot provide simple proof, then he cannot. We're not asking for the world here, just the original birth certificate that each of us delivers when getting a passport, driver's license or Social Security card. If we can't tell the clerk at the post office to check out the digital photo of a certificate posted online, neither should the guy running for president. Members of Congress: If you have taken an oath to defend the Constitution, now's the time to keep it.
Former Deputy Attorney General Philip Berg filed a lawsuit addressing the citizenship status of Barack Obama before the Democratic National Convention and copied Democratic Chairman Howard Dean. It should have alerted them that there was a possible problem before they selected their nominee. But that problem was ignored. Other lawsuits filed before Nov. 4 were also ignored, placing us in what could be a constitutional crisis.
The good news is the real election hasn't taken place yet. The Electoral College doesn't meet until Dec. 15. That gives us less than a month to find the answers to the looming questions regarding whether Barack Obama meets the constitutional requirements for the office of president.
The courts don't seem to be in any hurry to take up their responsibility as guardians of the Constitution, so now Congress must step in. You see, members of Congress are sworn to uphold the Constitution, and when they vote in January to confirm (or reject) the vote of the Electoral College, they can't very well do that unless they know for certain that the basic constitutional requirements for office have been met.
An ad running this week in the Washington Times Weekly asks three questions America needs to know: "Was Barack Obama really born in Kenya?" "Is he really a citizen of Indonesia?" And, "Does the Constitution still matter?"
As I wrote about last week, there are many reasons to doubt whether Barack Obama meets the requirements for the office of president. First, there's that pesky tape from Sarah Obama, Barack's grandmother, where she says, "I was in the delivery room in (Mombosa) Kenya when he was born Aug. 4, 1961." Secondly, there's the matter of U.S. law. If only one parent was an American citizen, as in Obama's case, the law at the time of Obama's birth required one parent to have been an American citizen for at least 10 years – five of which had to have happened after the age of 14. Since Obama's mother was only 18 at the time of Obama's birth, he would not qualify as an American citizen if his grandmother is right about him being born abroad.
Thirdly, there's no original birth certificate – just a "certification of live birth" posted on a website experts say is forged and altered. Fourthly, there's the issue of Indonesian citizenship, which is a prerequisite to attending school there. Add to that the fact that Obama's stepfather, Lolo Soetoro, is listed as his father on his Indonesian school records. If he had U.S. citizenship, according to Indonesian law, he would have lost it when he attended school there or if he was adopted by his stepfather as his records indicate.
As the ad proclaims, "The Constitution matters" and is still worth defending. All we are asking is that Congress takes their oath to defend it seriously. If Obama can prove he meets the basic but essential constitutional requirements, fine, he'll serve legally. But if he cannot provide simple proof, then he cannot. We're not asking for the world here, just the original birth certificate that each of us delivers when getting a passport, driver's license or Social Security card. If we can't tell the clerk at the post office to check out the digital photo of a certificate posted online, neither should the guy running for president. Members of Congress: If you have taken an oath to defend the Constitution, now's the time to keep it.
Friday, November 14, 2008
The Votes are in and the Dust has Settled a Little
Well, we got 5 out of 6 with the election. An intregal part of the realignment of our City Government, Gracy Donahue, didn't make it in. She would have been one we could trust to watch over the City finances. I'd like to encourage her to run again. The new City Council has begun the transition process and will hit the ground running. Better times are ahead.
It was great to see the will of the people tell our local government that they didn't like the direction we were being lead. America, 'ya gotta love it! This is what the world envies.
Right now, the economy has stopped much of the excessive building plans in Fillmore. Griffins huge development south of 126 has ground to a halt. I don't understand how they got permission to build there. The water table is very close to the surface. There is standing water right behind El Dorado from them moving some of the dirt! The City gave them that permit? This is the kind of careless thing that our new Council will put an end to.
It was great to see the will of the people tell our local government that they didn't like the direction we were being lead. America, 'ya gotta love it! This is what the world envies.
Right now, the economy has stopped much of the excessive building plans in Fillmore. Griffins huge development south of 126 has ground to a halt. I don't understand how they got permission to build there. The water table is very close to the surface. There is standing water right behind El Dorado from them moving some of the dirt! The City gave them that permit? This is the kind of careless thing that our new Council will put an end to.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Senior Center Saturday 12pm-4pm
There is an "Open House" at the Senior Center this Saturday from 12pm-4pm. All of our teachers will be there to give short demos and explain what their class is about. The classes we have now are- basic computer, yoga, crafts, water colors and a book club. Our library is shaping up and we have new furniture. The teachers will be there to answer questions and give you a preview of their class. As always, we welcome any suggestions and volunteers. Drinks will be served.
City Council Meeting
The Regional Water Board made a presentation at the City Council meeting last night. It was about an update on a plan to improve water quality (mostly chlorine) they will be sending us via the Santa Clara River from the fish hatchery. We will have to maintain that quality. This was obviously brand new to Cecelia. She asked a lot of questions that even I could have answered. You see, I was at the Water Board meeting several months ago at the Council Chambers when only Patti attended out of all the Council members. Patti took off work to be there, why didn't they. This is a big issue. Now that it's almost election day, Cecelia is concerned. Way behind the curve again. Steve, of course wants to throw money (ours) at it as a "step in the right direction". He wants to start building a $19 million water treatment plant now. Steve, your crew has just now learned some of the facts. It seems to me Steve was coached to say that. He immediately volunteered to be on a sub committee when it was suggested. I think that was so he could control it like he did to the rent control subcommittee. Spending our money is the first solution for Steve, no thinking needed. He wants to build another water treatment plant and send us the bill. Bert Rapp had a presentation months ago sighting salt water softeners as the main reason we will not comply with regulations and expose the City to fines. Wouldn't it be a lot cheaper to convert all salt water softeners to a safe home water treatment system? We should offer to do it free (City paid), maybe a year (or more) of free Culligan, too. Reducing pay for city management to more reasonable salaries would pay for a lot of it. Not having to pay a Fire Chief who is suspended would pay some more. Yes we're paying for 2. There are many places to get money without further burden to our citizens and businesses.
Friday, October 24, 2008
The League of Women Voters/ Fillmore Gazette Debate
This is my view of the debate, as unbiased as I can be.
The star of the show was easily Gayle Washburn. She had the facts, directions for positive change and the confidence needed for a City Council position. Next best was Jamey Brooks. His absence was not really a bad thing. I think we know where he stands. Unlike the rest of the candidates, he did not project any negative images. Marcos was pretty good but needed more homework to keep up with Gayle (who doesn't?). Norris is well meaning and seems to have his heart in the right place. When is he going to start his homework? After the election? There is a lot to learn. Royce and Omero are still in first grade and are a long way from being able to understand what is going on with the City Government. Steve looked unprepared. He had no clue what was going on with the packing house proposal. I guess the developers hadn't told him what to say yet. Cecelia, as usual, was all about how great SHE is. Spending $100 million in this little town is NOT something to brag about. She is way out there.
The star of the show was easily Gayle Washburn. She had the facts, directions for positive change and the confidence needed for a City Council position. Next best was Jamey Brooks. His absence was not really a bad thing. I think we know where he stands. Unlike the rest of the candidates, he did not project any negative images. Marcos was pretty good but needed more homework to keep up with Gayle (who doesn't?). Norris is well meaning and seems to have his heart in the right place. When is he going to start his homework? After the election? There is a lot to learn. Royce and Omero are still in first grade and are a long way from being able to understand what is going on with the City Government. Steve looked unprepared. He had no clue what was going on with the packing house proposal. I guess the developers hadn't told him what to say yet. Cecelia, as usual, was all about how great SHE is. Spending $100 million in this little town is NOT something to brag about. She is way out there.
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