Sunday, October 31, 2010
Who Does DeFronzo Represent?
FRANKSMITHSAYSNB EDITORIAL:
Currently, the 6th State Senate District is represented by Don DeFronzo. The City of New Britain and the Towns of Berlin and Farmington comprise the 6th State Senate District. Of these three, New Britain has the largest population and is considered an urban center. Berlin and Farmington are larger in area only and are considered to be suburban. DeFronzo is a native and resident of New Britain.
Of the three communities, New Britain’s problems are monstrous in comparison: higher unemployment rate; major problems with a dysfunctional education system; higher rate of poverty and a much higher proportion of minority populations. These disparities are all interrelated as contributing factors in creating the city’s problems.
New Britain is making a concerted effort to rebuild its downtown business district, an effort which has the potential of creating jobs, thereby decreasing unemployment and poverty and giving a positive lift to education. One might think that our State Senator would be advocating for the largest town in the district, the town with the greatest problems; to the contrary, DeFronzo is more interested in helping Bristol.
One of the keys to our downtown development plan is local transportation that has the potential to link NB to surrounding communities. For over a decade a New Britain/Hartford Busway project has been in the planning and, while plans are complete and while the Busway is considered a “shovel ready project” that would figure totally in NB’s development efforts, the final funding piece (Federal Funds) though promised, has yet to arrive.
In today’s Herald, DeFronzo dumps on the Busway project claiming that it would isolate NB from the proposed Hartford/Springfield. Not true! Plus, the New Haven/Hartford/Springfield rail line won’t be a reality for many, many years.
Since DeFronzo cares little about and has turned his back on his home town of New Britain, the people of New Britain should turn their backs on him. All DeFronzo cares about now is getting Malloy elected so he can in turn get a cushy state job. Rumor has it, DeFronzo is looking to be DOT Commissioner or a job at OPM.
Currently, the 6th State Senate District is represented by Don DeFronzo. The City of New Britain and the Towns of Berlin and Farmington comprise the 6th State Senate District. Of these three, New Britain has the largest population and is considered an urban center. Berlin and Farmington are larger in area only and are considered to be suburban. DeFronzo is a native and resident of New Britain.
Of the three communities, New Britain’s problems are monstrous in comparison: higher unemployment rate; major problems with a dysfunctional education system; higher rate of poverty and a much higher proportion of minority populations. These disparities are all interrelated as contributing factors in creating the city’s problems.
New Britain is making a concerted effort to rebuild its downtown business district, an effort which has the potential of creating jobs, thereby decreasing unemployment and poverty and giving a positive lift to education. One might think that our State Senator would be advocating for the largest town in the district, the town with the greatest problems; to the contrary, DeFronzo is more interested in helping Bristol.
One of the keys to our downtown development plan is local transportation that has the potential to link NB to surrounding communities. For over a decade a New Britain/Hartford Busway project has been in the planning and, while plans are complete and while the Busway is considered a “shovel ready project” that would figure totally in NB’s development efforts, the final funding piece (Federal Funds) though promised, has yet to arrive.
In today’s Herald, DeFronzo dumps on the Busway project claiming that it would isolate NB from the proposed Hartford/Springfield. Not true! Plus, the New Haven/Hartford/Springfield rail line won’t be a reality for many, many years.
Since DeFronzo cares little about and has turned his back on his home town of New Britain, the people of New Britain should turn their backs on him. All DeFronzo cares about now is getting Malloy elected so he can in turn get a cushy state job. Rumor has it, DeFronzo is looking to be DOT Commissioner or a job at OPM.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Barrack Obama in Bridgeport: The Lies Continue!
FRANKSMITHSAYSNB EDITORIAL:
Barrack Obama told a group of hecklers today in Bridgeport that they should be directing their questions about World AIDS funding to the Republicans, when in fact George W. Bush spent more on AIDS funding than any other president--more than twice that of Bill Clinton.
Even more disturbing is how Obama told a crowd at a fundraiser for Barbara Boxer that he agrees with the repeal of Bill Clinton's discriminatory "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. But if this is true, then why is it that Obama's Justice Department has fought so hard to maintain "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" as the law of the land?
As you may recall, on September 10, U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips overturned "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" by ruling that it violates the First and Fifth Amendments.
The response of the Obama adminitration reportedly was to immediately strong arm the judge in an attempt to get her to reverse her ruling and claim she made an error in her original ruling.
When this tactic failed, the Obama Administration immediately ran to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and got that Court to issue a stay against the Military Department from allowing openly gay troops from serving. The military literally was welcoming gays on one day (in observance of Judge Phillips' order) and back to the policy of discharging them from service for being gay the next day, because of the order obtained by the Obama Administration on October 25.
After taking such extraordinary actions to pursue the continued discrimination against gays by the federal government, Obama is shown on a CNN video saying he agrees that "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" should be repealed, when in fact it was his administration that worked so aggressively to reinstate it after the Court invalidated it.
WHEN WILL THE LIES END?
Barrack Obama told a group of hecklers today in Bridgeport that they should be directing their questions about World AIDS funding to the Republicans, when in fact George W. Bush spent more on AIDS funding than any other president--more than twice that of Bill Clinton.
Even more disturbing is how Obama told a crowd at a fundraiser for Barbara Boxer that he agrees with the repeal of Bill Clinton's discriminatory "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. But if this is true, then why is it that Obama's Justice Department has fought so hard to maintain "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" as the law of the land?
As you may recall, on September 10, U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips overturned "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" by ruling that it violates the First and Fifth Amendments.
The response of the Obama adminitration reportedly was to immediately strong arm the judge in an attempt to get her to reverse her ruling and claim she made an error in her original ruling.
When this tactic failed, the Obama Administration immediately ran to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and got that Court to issue a stay against the Military Department from allowing openly gay troops from serving. The military literally was welcoming gays on one day (in observance of Judge Phillips' order) and back to the policy of discharging them from service for being gay the next day, because of the order obtained by the Obama Administration on October 25.
After taking such extraordinary actions to pursue the continued discrimination against gays by the federal government, Obama is shown on a CNN video saying he agrees that "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" should be repealed, when in fact it was his administration that worked so aggressively to reinstate it after the Court invalidated it.
WHEN WILL THE LIES END?
House Forecasts: 'Historic Bloodbath'
Reviewing the House Forecasts According to Taegen Goddard's Political Wire:
Larry Sabato: "We are raising the total to +55 net R seats. We consider 47 to be in the ballpark still, but more of a floor than a ceiling."
Charlie Cook: "House outlook is a Democratic net loss of 48 to 60 seats, with higher losses possible."
Stuart Rothenberg: "House Democrats appear headed for a historic bloodbath... We estimate likely GOP House gains at 55 to 65 seats, with gains at or above 70 seats possible."
Nate Silver: "The model's best guess is that the new Congress will be composed of 203 Democrats and 232 Republicans: a net gain of 53 seats for the G.O.P. In addition, Democratic odds of retaining the House dropped to 17% from 20%."
It's interesting to note that Political Wire contributor Harry Enten forecast a GOP takeover on the House back in February noting "the Republicans could easily gain 50-60 seats from their current 178. Gains of greater than 60 seats also look quite possible."
Larry Sabato: "We are raising the total to +55 net R seats. We consider 47 to be in the ballpark still, but more of a floor than a ceiling."
Charlie Cook: "House outlook is a Democratic net loss of 48 to 60 seats, with higher losses possible."
Stuart Rothenberg: "House Democrats appear headed for a historic bloodbath... We estimate likely GOP House gains at 55 to 65 seats, with gains at or above 70 seats possible."
Nate Silver: "The model's best guess is that the new Congress will be composed of 203 Democrats and 232 Republicans: a net gain of 53 seats for the G.O.P. In addition, Democratic odds of retaining the House dropped to 17% from 20%."
It's interesting to note that Political Wire contributor Harry Enten forecast a GOP takeover on the House back in February noting "the Republicans could easily gain 50-60 seats from their current 178. Gains of greater than 60 seats also look quite possible."
BERTHA LEWIS AND HER WORKING FAMILIES PARTY ENDORSEMENTS!
FRANKSMITHSAYSNB EDITORIAL:
Some the State Candidates for Elective office have accepted endorsements from the WORKING FAMILIES PARTY! The State Legislature should not "Allow" The Fusion of votes on both lines to be added together.
Acorn’s CEO Bertha Lewis has been on your TV News for the past several years denouncing the investigations by several State Attorneys General of the fraudulent tactics generated by Acorn using monies provided by Congress and the alleged elections fraud.
What Ms. Lewis neglects to point out is that she is also the co-chair of the Working Families Party in New York. Here in New Britain, the Working Families Party has endorsed several of the Democratic endorsed slate--citing that by their accepting the endorsement, they agree to promote all the radical ideology that this organization supports during their tenure in office. Glenn Beck recently quoted Ms. Lewis on this subject: "Candidates know that when they’re on our line, they’re committed to certain things,” explains Bertha Lewis, who moonlights as WFP co-chair and New York ACORN executive director. Speaking days before Hillary won her Senate seat in 2000, Lewis noted, “Hillary knows that if she wins, we’re going to be knocking’ on her door. She won’t be able to hide.”
Is the Democratic candidate for Governor going to answer Berta's knock on the governor's door if elected?
Do you really want your city or state run by candidates who have committed to answering the door when Bertha Lewis and her disciples come knocking?
Some the State Candidates for Elective office have accepted endorsements from the WORKING FAMILIES PARTY! The State Legislature should not "Allow" The Fusion of votes on both lines to be added together.
Acorn’s CEO Bertha Lewis has been on your TV News for the past several years denouncing the investigations by several State Attorneys General of the fraudulent tactics generated by Acorn using monies provided by Congress and the alleged elections fraud.
What Ms. Lewis neglects to point out is that she is also the co-chair of the Working Families Party in New York. Here in New Britain, the Working Families Party has endorsed several of the Democratic endorsed slate--citing that by their accepting the endorsement, they agree to promote all the radical ideology that this organization supports during their tenure in office. Glenn Beck recently quoted Ms. Lewis on this subject: "Candidates know that when they’re on our line, they’re committed to certain things,” explains Bertha Lewis, who moonlights as WFP co-chair and New York ACORN executive director. Speaking days before Hillary won her Senate seat in 2000, Lewis noted, “Hillary knows that if she wins, we’re going to be knocking’ on her door. She won’t be able to hide.”
Is the Democratic candidate for Governor going to answer Berta's knock on the governor's door if elected?
Do you really want your city or state run by candidates who have committed to answering the door when Bertha Lewis and her disciples come knocking?
Mean Spirited Council Majority Leader.
FRANKSMITHSAYSNB EDITORIAL:
A resolution submitted by Phil Sherwood at last night's council meeting: Purchases from city Officials: "The purchases any supplies and contractual services from city elected officials and or an immediate family member of a city official must be reported to the common council regardless of the amount."
When questioned by Alderwoman Mary Marrocco if this resolution applied to her or her husband in the event they should make purchases from Sir Speedy? Sherwood denied her assumption was correct however, Ms. Marrocco was quick to respond "that's what it says here."
Mr. Don Naples during his Public Participation presentation that the proposal #6 by Alderman Sherwood was unfair for small businesses owners stating that all contracts are public record. He strongly suggested that the Council table this issue.
During the discussion of this matter Sherwood alluded that he proposed to add this section because these items do not come before the council and this would make it more assessable for the public as additional information.
It is quite apparent to this writer that Alderman Sherwood has submitted himself to the dictates of Bertha Lewis of the Working Families Party, through this submittal.
A resolution submitted by Phil Sherwood at last night's council meeting: Purchases from city Officials: "The purchases any supplies and contractual services from city elected officials and or an immediate family member of a city official must be reported to the common council regardless of the amount."
When questioned by Alderwoman Mary Marrocco if this resolution applied to her or her husband in the event they should make purchases from Sir Speedy? Sherwood denied her assumption was correct however, Ms. Marrocco was quick to respond "that's what it says here."
Mr. Don Naples during his Public Participation presentation that the proposal #6 by Alderman Sherwood was unfair for small businesses owners stating that all contracts are public record. He strongly suggested that the Council table this issue.
During the discussion of this matter Sherwood alluded that he proposed to add this section because these items do not come before the council and this would make it more assessable for the public as additional information.
It is quite apparent to this writer that Alderman Sherwood has submitted himself to the dictates of Bertha Lewis of the Working Families Party, through this submittal.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Majority Leader referred to as an "Egomaniac"
Frank:
Recently, your blog contained a post about Alderman Phil Sherwood entitled, "The Mean Spirited Majority Leader." That post was in evidence totally at last night's update to the Council re Police Station and another proposed downtown project.
Phil Sherwood is in my opinion an egomaniac. He is not interested in anyone else's opinion especially if it disagrees with his. He is bent usurping our City Charter and in particular, the powers of The Mayor. His egomanial nastiness was in evidence in full force last night as well as his desire to be the "uberczar' of all things in the city be it development, ethics, ordinances, etc. He even decided last night that he is now an "Art" guru, saying that nothing in the design of the Police station resmbles art. Move over, Picasso, here comes the great Sherwood.
His comments last night always contained a totally nasty, and negative aspect dwarfing some of his memorable ones such as "where's the beef" and forcing WalMart out of town. Last night his tagets were, Kaestle Booz and Downes Construction. Some of his accusations were off color assertions and at one point, he even made an inappropriate remark to Alderman Trueworthy apparently in jest but nonetheless, personally denigrating.
Mr. Sherwood to me, is an ingnificant piece of humanity who like the "supreme, National self appointed Messiah" has been sharpened to a good for nothing point! His arrogance and complete disregard for anyone else's feelings is out of control.
As Jim Sanders, Jr. suggested at a recent Council meeting, Sherwood should be removed from office. Sherwood is a blight on the face of New Britain politics.
Recently, your blog contained a post about Alderman Phil Sherwood entitled, "The Mean Spirited Majority Leader." That post was in evidence totally at last night's update to the Council re Police Station and another proposed downtown project.
Phil Sherwood is in my opinion an egomaniac. He is not interested in anyone else's opinion especially if it disagrees with his. He is bent usurping our City Charter and in particular, the powers of The Mayor. His egomanial nastiness was in evidence in full force last night as well as his desire to be the "uberczar' of all things in the city be it development, ethics, ordinances, etc. He even decided last night that he is now an "Art" guru, saying that nothing in the design of the Police station resmbles art. Move over, Picasso, here comes the great Sherwood.
His comments last night always contained a totally nasty, and negative aspect dwarfing some of his memorable ones such as "where's the beef" and forcing WalMart out of town. Last night his tagets were, Kaestle Booz and Downes Construction. Some of his accusations were off color assertions and at one point, he even made an inappropriate remark to Alderman Trueworthy apparently in jest but nonetheless, personally denigrating.
Mr. Sherwood to me, is an ingnificant piece of humanity who like the "supreme, National self appointed Messiah" has been sharpened to a good for nothing point! His arrogance and complete disregard for anyone else's feelings is out of control.
As Jim Sanders, Jr. suggested at a recent Council meeting, Sherwood should be removed from office. Sherwood is a blight on the face of New Britain politics.
CPOA's Quarterly Meeting
The CPOA's quarterly meeting held on October 28th. with its guest speaker, Mr. Robert Curry New Britain's Finance Director, who was very pleased to announce the new Fitch bond rating of AA- for the City of New Britain. He explained step by step the procedures that our Mayor's office, and the city's Common Council must go through before the council passes the proposed budget in the month of June each year.
He updated the membership of the ongoing capital projects such as the Diloretto school addition, the proposed new Police station, and of the possible Capitol Equipment bond Authorization.
Economic development projects that include the Broad Street, Walnut Hill, Shuttle Meadow. ADA compliance for the city's schools and parks.
He also described the Downtown Redevelopment plan including the Bussway, Streetscape Renovations, Garage Renovations and the FHA project adjacent to the police station retail components, Pinnacle heights commercial development, Corbin Heights, Fafnir Smart Park, DOT Commuter Property Swap, and the Marion Heights Senior Housing.
The 2009-2010 general fund surplus analysis with a surplus of $441,209. With current collection from the city's taxpayers is at 95.94%.
Mr. Curry was also pleased to mention the cooperation that has developed between the new board of education finance director with his department in merging the city's information together with the Board's line by line format.
He updated the membership of the ongoing capital projects such as the Diloretto school addition, the proposed new Police station, and of the possible Capitol Equipment bond Authorization.
Economic development projects that include the Broad Street, Walnut Hill, Shuttle Meadow. ADA compliance for the city's schools and parks.
He also described the Downtown Redevelopment plan including the Bussway, Streetscape Renovations, Garage Renovations and the FHA project adjacent to the police station retail components, Pinnacle heights commercial development, Corbin Heights, Fafnir Smart Park, DOT Commuter Property Swap, and the Marion Heights Senior Housing.
The 2009-2010 general fund surplus analysis with a surplus of $441,209. With current collection from the city's taxpayers is at 95.94%.
Mr. Curry was also pleased to mention the cooperation that has developed between the new board of education finance director with his department in merging the city's information together with the Board's line by line format.
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