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Re: Reply to "Yankeetown Council Meeting May 5th 2014"

Returning from working out of town recently, I gathered my reading material to

catch up on what had been missed and noticed an editorial in the Newscaster (that turned

Letter to the Editor:

out to be the latest of three). So, sitting in the smallest room in my house, I read the three

Re: - Attention Inglis Residents:

complaints about me. Finding the facts underlying the allegations to be erroneous, they

Our commissioners are wasting our tax dollars as they operate under the Grapevine

were soon behind me. (apologies to Max Reger)

Law with vague agendae and senseless discussion based on gossip and rumors.

Opinions must meet no standard and we're all entitled to ours; we're not entitled,

An unadvertised special meeting on May 29 cost us unnecessary money because

however, to our own facts. The writer's statements of fact were clearly in error but I whole-

all town employees were there and on the clock (estimated $125.66), attorney was there (his

heartedly agree with one of his opinions: budget season is upon us and all residents should

rate plus mileage?); and there was a court stenographer (cost ?). The agenda item was vague

take an interest not only in your pet project but the others, as well. You have a right to

"Address town employees" with no backup information, which is required.

know and weigh in on what your money is being spent on. Don't be that guy who shows

It turned out that one commissioner wanted to address the attorney about some un-

up after the budget has been approved to complain that too much was spent on this or not

known issue, but the attorney is not a town employee. So he told all the town employees in

enough on that it's too late at that point.

the audience that they were doing a great job, apologized, and tried to adjourn his meeting.

By the way, the Budget Workshops start in June, not July as stated by the writer.

He seems to operate under the theory that it is easier to get forgiveness than permission.

The first one is on June 16th at 7:00 pm. See you there.

Another commissioner wanted to address town employees who had complained

Larry Feldhusen, Vice-Mayor, Acting Mayor

about him, so he kept the meeting going. In the discussion (arguing and name calling) that

followed, the audience learned that one commissioner got his information about the other

Letter to the Editor:

from the Grapevine and another commissioner had misrepresented what she had seen or

been told, stirring the pot a bit.

Re: Yankeetown Council to Do List

I would rather not watch our elected officials argue, call each other liars, threaten

law suits, especially at our expense and especially the same three time and again. I would

When someone has issues I believe they should point out those things that need

like to see commission meetings conducted under Roberts' Rules of Order, with all conduct-

attention, as well as provide solutions. Here is a list for Council to digest and hopefully act

ing themselves in a civil manner and acting on behalf of our town and its citizens.

Letter to the Editor:

1. Employee performance reviews should be initiated immediately.

Re: Special Meeting June 4, 2014 (today)

2. Perform a drive thru with the zoning officials pointing out potential violations.

3. Review agreements on past zoning violations to ensure the violation has been resolved.

In the upcoming meeting, TODAY, as you read this paper--at 5PM, the Town of 4. Make sure Job descriptions for all employees are in place and then review responsibilities

Inglis Commission is going to decide whether to make Mittauer & Associates the "Sole with each employee.

Source Procurement" company for Grant Services and Engineering Services for the begin- 5. Review determined storm water drainage issues and set action plan to improve storm

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ning Study Phase for a Sewer Treatment Plant at a cost of $50,000.00 of taxpayer money. water drainage..

My concern is that this is the same firm Yankeetown used for their Water Plant which came 6. Winding River Park, repair wood shelter by boardwalk.

5093 S. Orwell Pt., Homosassa, Florida 34446

in over cost projections and Mittauer ended up being paid $565,585.00 of Yankeetown 7. Winding River Park, connect with garden club and budget for planting and maintenance.

Phone: (352) 489-4588 Fax: (727) 362-4788

mail, Tom Russell, Publisher: thenewscaster1@gmail.com 20 about Archer putting in a 8. Fisherman's park repair dilapidated stone retaining wall.

Taxpayers' Money. There was also a current report on Channel

ail, Debbie Russell, Editor: debbienewscaster@gmail.com by an average of $50.00 per 9. Install seating in Fisherman's Park.

wastewater Treatment Plant and everyone's water bill went up

month ($600.00 per year)--which did not include the front-foot assessment fees or the cost

m · newscasterarchives.com · history.newscasterarchives.com · thehealthcaster.com 10. Boat basin Park, replace missing grill.

of running the line from the road to the residence.

11. Water maintenance building on Riverside, paint or put siding on buildings.

Please attend the meeting and make your opinion known. I believe we need a voting 12. Maintain and cut median strip on Riverside Dr. on a regular schedule.

referendum to even see if the people of Inglis want a Sewer Systemand all of the additional 13. Cut right of ways in town where no residence exists or homeowner is not cutting.

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costs involved $$, before getting this ball rolling. Attend the meeting and be heard. May 14. Water distribution budget to do engineering study for replacement of oldest pipes in

God Bless America and God Bless Inglis---

Rhonda Kline, Inglis

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15. Find engineer who will stand behind their work to do this study.

16. Get with county on resurfacing schedule for Riverside especially from 60-66th street.

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Inglis Water Advisory Board

17. Contact insurance providers to compare existing policies with insurers competitors.

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18. Paint and or side town hall.

19. Lock gate to water plant at all times.

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20. Water hook up with Inglis to ensure both towns have water supply if needed in case of

 The Townof Inglisis inneed  volunteerstoserve on the Inglis

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service interruptions.

Water Advisory Board. This five member board serves in an advisory

Jack Schofield, Yankeetown

capacity. The objective of the Water Board is to make recommenda-

Activities at the Inglis Amvets

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FREE DRINK! WEDNESDAY is "Kill the Keg Day," with $1 mugs and 40-cents

R Y T HING M A DE T O O R DER

agement of water resources within the Townof 

 Inglis. This respon-

wings, all day, and card games at 5:30 pm. THURSDAY, June 5, Riders Meeting at 5:00 pm,

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sibility may include , but not limited to, establishing rate structure,

plus, weekend's almost here, time for a bucket? " RED SHIRT" FRIDAYS - On Fridays, all

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day, wear red, bring two food items for our Food Bank, and your second drink is FREE and

service availability, fees, water supply, water conservation, sewer

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"Show Me the Money" at 6:00 pm. SATURDAY, June 7, we're having a bus trip; please ask

and Storm Water management. The Town is in need of persons in-

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for details, plus Music with Maria at 4:00 pm. SUNDAY, June 8, 9:00-11:00 am, Breakfast

terested in the welfare of the Town. Please do your part to ensure

is served; 3:00-7:00 pm, Music by Cowboy Al; and at 6:15 pm, we hold our weekly Queen

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futureofyourtown. You can make a difference by volunteering

the     

of Heart drawing, NOW $5,000! MONDAYS, come in and enjoy the Post; we have 4 TV's,

to serve on this board. Inquiries may be made by contacting the

great food and great prices. TUESDAYS, Bingo, Bingo at 5:00 pm; Power Ball is NOW

Inglis Town Hall at 352 447-2203.

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