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Enough nepotism and cronyism
I do not know if the cities are REQUIRED to post the candidate campaign disclosure report information, which is public information per the FPPC, on line, but if the other cities, and the County of SD can do it, it would seem to be 'best practice'. It would seem that the City of Chula Vista City Clerk's office would want to be among those with the 'best practices' available, I would hope. It might also help the City Clerk reduce the foot traffic into her office by those who find themselves wishing to view the documents in person. Again, a pertinent question for Mayor Cox, about a lack of service to her constituencies. By the way, in the City of Chula Vista, the City Clerk is appointed by and reports directly to the Mayor and City Council.— October 23, 2014 2:24 p.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
Other cities, including San Diego and Irvine, manage to post campaign disclosure forms (460 that all candidates are required to regularly file) online so that the voters in the races in their cities can see how much is being contributed and by whom to each candidate. Why then, is there no online posting by the City clerk of the City of Chula Vista, for the forms which are public documents? Why is our City Clerk keeping them a secret? Perhaps Mayor Cox has an answer.— October 23, 2014 12:42 p.m.
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Will someone please ask Mayor Cox just why the citizens of Chula Vista cannot access campaign finance reports for city elections (that would be for mayor and council positions, as well as any City propositions) on the City's website? According to the FPPC, the City Clerk in the jurisdiction is the keeper of those public records where candidates must submit the reports on a specific schedule. The County Registrar of Voters provides online access to those reports for candidates in its jurisdiction, why not our City? Why keep those important records, which show who is contributing and how much, to each candidate's campaign, secret? I would think the City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista would be directed to post the reports online.— October 23, 2014 11:02 a.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
Sounds as tho her honor Cox has had much of the kool aid many public officials drink....what an obnoxious and revealing remark. Elected officials should remember they are just that...more on the 'elected' part and not expect to be bowed and catered to 'just because'. Unfortunately, for many, the lure of being 'someone special' is just too much to ignore and we end up with insufferable, pompous, self-absorbed boors.— October 22, 2014 2:04 p.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
Thanks for this historical perspective from 2007, Susan. Seems most all the same players are hoping to play at the table again, doesn't it? Kevin O'Neil is certainly the chameleon described in vigilantinCV's posting. Leopards don't change their spots, but some are pretty adept at hiding them, it seems.— October 22, 2014 11:13 a.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
in response to AlexClarke: I do not think voters intentionally vote for crooks. I think they vote for people who are incumbents (when things haven't blown up) or for people they believe will do a god job. I never heard anyone say they voted for someone because they were likely going to do a bad job. Let's recall that pubic officials take oaths of public office when they assume their positions, and swear to uphold the constitution and work on behalf of their constituencies. Then, for some reason, some of them fall off the wagon and stop paying attention to the public's good and focus on their own pockets and the lining thereof. I do suppose there is some truth in the saying that we get the government we deserve, but I don't think it is entirely the voters fault. Where I fault the 'voters' is failing to keep up with, or participate in the public process once the officials are in office. If no one is watching the cash register, opportunists will take advantage. If people attend board meets, participate in the public process, question those contracts, then the public officials are more 'inclined' to do the right thing. There is certainly enough blame to go around. In Sweetwater's case, the entities that should have been watching over the district's operation, including the County Office of Education, the State Supt of Public Instruction (thanks for nothing Tom Torklakson) have been AWOL. Even Mayor Cox herself was silent for the longest time, as Susan's article points out, until she decided to clothe herself in outrage late in the game when it would garner her some attention as she terms out of her present public paid gig and casts the net for her next one. In Sweetwater's case, it has taken a small army of dedicated citizens to uncover, report, and expose the crooks, including those such as Cartmill who would have you believe they are sanctified but who have their own interests in focus. Hooray for the citizens who have worked with persistence and dedication to help reclaim a school district that was taken over by crooks, and is still in the process of restoring confidence in its leadership. Oh, and AlexClarke: our community is wonderfully diverse. I am so glad I do not have to put up with you and your ignorance wherever you live.— October 22, 2014 10:29 a.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
The 'invitation' for the Oct 22 fundraiser for McCann, 'hosted by MountainWest' is to be in the Agave Café at 303 H st #107.— October 22, 2014 10:16 a.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
Mountain west is also hosting a fundraiser for McCann. Connect these dots for a clue to the odious relationships here.— October 21, 2014 7:56 p.m.
Enough nepotism and cronyism
Truly a sad turn of events, as O'Neill had some very good experience on the bond oversight committee and taking the SUHSD board to task. The Cox endorsement and fund raising have placed his expertise in jeopardy...also the Malcom endorsement and contributions make him even more suspect. Recall his involvement with the South Bay Community Services, too, and all the questionable folks aligned with that outfit. Again, a sad turn of events. Just follow the money is a good admonition. O'neill would have otherwise been a good board member. Now he has too many dubious ties.— October 21, 2014 7:44 p.m.
McCann's plan a sham?
Someone should give McCann this 4 -1-1 .........in his case, the truth is pretty ugly. Old saying "Don't wrestle with a pig. The pig loves it and you both get dirty." McCann loves the trough, and now cries 'foul' when he is on the receiving end of some uncomfortable truths, and decides to use the wife and kids as a shield. For shame!— October 21, 2014 2:11 p.m.