Comments on: Why I Will NOT Vote for Becky Jackson http://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/ Everyone has the right to my opinion. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:07:44 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: A.M. http://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-200 A.M. Thu, 20 Apr 2006 03:59:14 +0000 https://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-200 Nicely put. So glad you pointed out the conflict of interest regarding her position with the Chamber of Commerce. I'm surprised I don't hear more mention of this! Nicely put. So glad you pointed out the conflict of interest regarding her position with the Chamber of Commerce. I’m surprised I don’t hear more mention of this!

]]> By: Geoff http://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-198 Geoff Thu, 20 Apr 2006 03:25:16 +0000 https://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-198 You make very valid points here, many I never took into consideration, especially the unwillingness to work with the public. If you don't mind, I may use these arguements for myself later! Don't worry I'll give you credit. You make very valid points here, many I never took into consideration, especially the unwillingness to work with the public. If you don’t mind, I may use these arguements for myself later! Don’t worry I’ll give you credit.

]]> By: Geo http://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-195 Geo Wed, 19 Apr 2006 14:27:45 +0000 https://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-195 Hi Jake, I completely agree with you on points 1 and 3. On point 2, I'm tempted to admit that Jackson was not too far wrong. You know where I stand on this, but my sense is that when Jackson says that, as an outsider, she doesn't really have the information to be able to make a definitive statement on the Pentz affair, that sounds to me like wisdom. Of course, it could just be a way to weasel out of taking any kind of stand on the issue. She's right that the thing should have been handled privately, but it was public at Pentz' own insistence. Obviously, there is a lot of highly charged emotion on the issue and Jackson is trying to avoid getting any of that on her by appearing to take sides. On point 3, I completely agree that people in her position should be much more responsive. I'd also note that this was one of the concerns raised by some on the Council regarding Pentz (that it took him, in some cases, months before he would respond to their questions and concerns). If it's reason to reject Jackson, then it probably is reason to be concerned with Pentz. Of course, I have no way of knowing whether Pentz' delays were legitimate, which undermines making a judgment call on his situation. In any event, I'm also thinking I won't be supporting Jackson. However, I don't see where Weninger earns my vote, either, frankly. I'm not impressed with his minimal experience in municipal issues and public service. And I don't think his insights on issues like the new City Hall location or the Pentz brouhaha have been either very informed or very constructive. Respectfully to Mr. Weninger, I'd prefer to endorse someone in whom I have a greater degree of confidence. So, I'm inclined to follow Geoff Esposito's suggestion to endorse Trinity Donovan as the only clearly qualified, fit candidate in this race. Hi Jake,

I completely agree with you on points 1 and 3.

On point 2, I’m tempted to admit that Jackson was not too far wrong. You know where I stand on this, but my sense is that when Jackson says that, as an outsider, she doesn’t really have the information to be able to make a definitive statement on the Pentz affair, that sounds to me like wisdom. Of course, it could just be a way to weasel out of taking any kind of stand on the issue. She’s right that the thing should have been handled privately, but it was public at Pentz’ own insistence. Obviously, there is a lot of highly charged emotion on the issue and Jackson is trying to avoid getting any of that on her by appearing to take sides.

On point 3, I completely agree that people in her position should be much more responsive. I’d also note that this was one of the concerns raised by some on the Council regarding Pentz (that it took him, in some cases, months before he would respond to their questions and concerns). If it’s reason to reject Jackson, then it probably is reason to be concerned with Pentz. Of course, I have no way of knowing whether Pentz’ delays were legitimate, which undermines making a judgment call on his situation.

In any event, I’m also thinking I won’t be supporting Jackson.

However, I don’t see where Weninger earns my vote, either, frankly. I’m not impressed with his minimal experience in municipal issues and public service. And I don’t think his insights on issues like the new City Hall location or the Pentz brouhaha have been either very informed or very constructive. Respectfully to Mr. Weninger, I’d prefer to endorse someone in whom I have a greater degree of confidence.

So, I’m inclined to follow Geoff Esposito’s suggestion to endorse Trinity Donovan as the only clearly qualified, fit candidate in this race.

]]> By: Jeff Weninger http://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-194 Jeff Weninger Wed, 19 Apr 2006 02:28:18 +0000 https://jakefiles.wordpress.com/2006/04/18/why-i-will-not-vote-for-becky-jackson/#comment-194 Jake, I appreciate the support and I will continue to be responsive to the citizens of Chandler. You may not agree with me on every issue, but I will always take the time to answer questions and listen to citizens input. Thank you for your service to this community. Sincerely, Jeff Weninger Jake,

I appreciate the support and I will continue to be responsive to the citizens of
Chandler. You may not agree with me on every issue, but
I will always take the time to answer questions and listen to citizens input.
Thank you for your service to this community.

Sincerely,

Jeff Weninger

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