To loserton: wrote on Sep 6, 2007 6:01 PM:
" Did someone force you to read these comments? If not why did you? If you have issue's with whats being commented about don't read them. Worry about something that actually impacts your own life and leave issues and subjects that don't alone. However stupid you feel these issues are, they might actually impact the residents of Lewiston. So let Lewiston vent and blog in PEACE! "
Loserton (I mean Lewiston) wrote on Sep 5, 2007 10:28 PM:
" I was told to read this blog for the laughs. You people need to seriously find something better to do than snipe at each other. The daily news should be deleting this blog in a day or two as it is getting near the bottom of the list. Then whatever will you do? My guess is someone in Lewiston will do something else stupid just to get the blog going again. "
Don't live in Lewiston comment 9/4/07 wrote on Sep 5, 2007 9:41 PM:
" If you don't live in Lewiston BUZZ OFF AND GO AWAY. "
Mrs. soapbox queen wrote on Sep 5, 2007 7:19 PM:
" Lets try and keep it VERY simple for you so you can strighten out those undergarment issues of yours. The TWO facts that were stated are just that FACTS! Don't cloud the issues. The issue of your gender was not stated as a FACT now was it? See thats why that sentence didn't contain the word FACT! Simple enough for you? "
TO FOR SALE wrote on Sep 5, 2007 7:07 PM:
" Lewiston survived just fine without the Winona and Rochester wishers. Lewiston will be fine again when they all leave. Lewiston can't afford the same things that Rocherster and Winona have, including the crime rates. So if certain residents don't like the small town issues PLEASE leave and take your real estate agents with you! "
Judging from the FOR SALE signs on houses wrote on Sep 5, 2007 4:58 PM:
" People are trying to flee Lewiston like the plague. I myself would say that speaks volumes about what the citizens of Lewiston think about their elected officials and the personnel those officials chose to hire. And before anyone accuses me of being part of one group of another, I'm not, I'm just a real estate agent putting two and two together. "
Still more assumptions wrote on Sep 4, 2007 10:00 PM:
" I don't live in Lewiston, never have and never will. I am not a Mr., I'm a Mrs. You made more assumptions, based on your version of facts. It sure is fun getting your undies in a wad. "
Assumptions: wrote on Sep 4, 2007 6:43 PM:
" Stating that you are BASHING the elected councilmen in Lewiston is not making an assumption. That's a FACT. Stating that the "concerned citizen group" in Lewiston is and has been BASHING the Lewiston councilmen is not making an assumption. That's also a FACT. If anyone needs to get a life it would be you! and YES, you are part of the same group that continue's it's very sad pathetic back door approach at trying to intimidate the residents of Lewiston. You and YOUR group have never had focus or direction with your actions and comments. So yes Mr. soapbox king GET A LIFE. Lewiston would be far better off if you did! "
RE: To elected wrote on Sep 3, 2007 3:10 PM:
" And you assume that I am part of a group. Apparently anyone who has an opinion that is not the same as yours is part of the "group." I was just stating facts about the last election. Find another soapbox to jump on,or better yet get a life and stop making assumptions. "
To Elected: wrote on Sep 3, 2007 12:47 AM:
" But you mention that they ARE elected officials, for whatever reason they ARE! So get your group to focus on the next election and stop BASHING the elected coucilmen! Right now you and your group are the ones sounding like a hillbillies....... "
Elected Officials wrote on Sep 1, 2007 8:19 AM:
" Yes the city council and mayor are elected officials. However, if memory serves me correctly, NO ONE wanted to run for those very offices during the last elections. The mayor pretty much volunteered because no else would do it. Maybe next time around the citizens of Lewiston will be more proactive in recruiting candidates for election. That way they won't end up with a bunch of hillbillies with egos the size of Texas as elected officials. "
Trust: wrote on Aug 30, 2007 6:07 PM:
" Comment was: that our PD has to have lengthy discussions about going for training. Response: Once Dungy lost the councils trust by misleading and yes LIEING about that senoir class trip, the council is doing their jobs by asking questions of Mark to make sure they don't get mislead and lied to again? Respect and trust are earned and not just a given, once abussed........ "
POINT HIGHLIGHT: wrote on Aug 30, 2007 5:54 PM:
" To the comments made to Rich about FACTS: YOU wrote "BARB DIDN'T DECIDE TO HIRE THE CLERK" How can you continue to make bashing comments about Barb once you have admitted this to all of us readers? FOCUS here now, direct your heat to the appropriate place or SHUT UP! "
Rich from Lewiston: wrote on Aug 30, 2007 2:31 PM:
" Why don't you let Barb do her job and quit harrassing her? Huh? Is it because you're an unhappy person with too much time on your hands? Yep, thought so. "
To FACTS and RICH wrote on Aug 30, 2007 1:05 PM:
" You obviously are blinded by this. Barb is the one who sells the package to the council, Barb didn't decide to hire the clerk, but she asked and she received, just like everything else - has she ever been turned down, yet it takes a very lengthy discussion to allow our PD to go for training, come on wake up. I forgot you are Barb and Steve. "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 30, 2007 8:19 AM:
" I'll give you one FACT and one FACT only, Barb is a great administrator that is tryig to be pushed out and intimidated by a group of no-life citizens. "
Flame Out! wrote on Aug 29, 2007 5:02 PM:
" Looks like that flame has done gone and burned out again, concerned citizen group! Move onto your next NON-ISSUE! "
Re CAN'T BELIEVE IT: wrote on Aug 29, 2007 4:43 PM:
" That's funny. But do you know whats even better? YOU VOTED THEM INTO OFFICE.......and now your bashing "Lewiston's ELECTED councilmen" Yep think about that concerned citizen group! "
More NO-FACTS: wrote on Aug 29, 2007 4:39 PM:
" 1. So are you now saying that there isn't any immediate DANGER for Lewiston's residents? That would be a 180 from the group! 2. Who voted the new office assistant in for $10,000 more? Was it Barb? I think NOT! Again "Concerned Citizen Group" DIRECT AND FOCUS YOUR HEAT! 3. Yes, Barb said and DOES have a lot of knowledge about accounting procedures, this is FACT! You say that Barb had knowledge about OUR, meaning Lewiston's accounting software, this is NOT FACT. Thats your opinion! How could she have knowledge about Lewiston's procedures when she didn't work for the city yet? HELLO! Unless you have actually read the letter from "accounting firm" please stop misleading the Lewiston residents! You have not stated any FACTS! Lewiston has had enough bashing by your group! "
cant believe it wrote on Aug 29, 2007 3:52 PM:
" Your still blogging?? But you stated the council is trying to run the city like a business, I hope not with their past experiences. Ask Bruce and Lee how to run a business, I know I can find their names in ST PAUL, UNDER THE BANKRUPTCY RECORDS!!! "
Rich from Lewiston to the Concerned Citizens: wrote on Aug 29, 2007 3:41 PM:
" Ok, I've realized some of you have approached me lately at my place of business and even voiced your dislikes of my opinions in here to my children. I would appreciate it if you would leave your feelings in here anonymously instead of trying to cause trouble in our town with me directly. I'm very dissappointed in the immaturity. Long live Barb Hampel! "
i've had enough!!! wrote on Aug 29, 2007 3:24 PM:
" To all of you out there getting your jabs in on one another-please stop and just examine few facts that we do know exist
1.Cutting the officers did not have a short term effect on Lewiston-no one can say for sure about the long term.
2.Barb did insist on hiring an assistant for approx. $10,000 more than what the had paid the previous one. however the previous one had more experience.
3.Barb has asked for additional training in certain areas.Her resume(was told by a councilman) indicated she had extensive knowledge in our accounting procedures. She has asked for more training(more money spent).There is also a letter sent to the city by the auditting firm referencing Barbs inability to understand the accounting procedures.
These are just a few of the FACTS that we need to concern ourselves with. If anyone can prove me wrong on these-then please show me. "
Rich from Lewiston to spellcheck nerd: wrote on Aug 29, 2007 9:14 AM:
" Oops, I misspelled vigilante, big whoop. Only someone from the concerned citizens group would take a typo and make it into a huge dramatic issue. I like Lewiston and the way it's run and I would never sign that silly petition. Obviously if the entire town felt the same way your precious group did everyone would've signed it. I think many of the people that did sign it have too much time on their hands and should be more focused on real problems, instead of making a big fuzz over trivial stuff. We all call you the 'non-concerning citizen group'! "
$$$ HELLO DEB $$$ wrote on Aug 28, 2007 10:09 PM:
" Are you still thinking of that example yet? or don't you really have one to tell us readers? Maybe you don't really have reason to continue scaring people into your beliefs? Lewiston will be fine Deb, even without those part timers! Good Night Dungy Gang, sleep well! "
Money Trees: wrote on Aug 28, 2007 9:33 PM:
" To the residents of Lewiston who have extra money trees growing in their back yards. Could I please have one of them. A few of you are talking like a $20,000.00 savings is nothing. If the current council is lacking so much knowledge on how to run BIG BUSINESS, like Lewiston, please explain to us how you feel Lewiston should be operating? Let me guess, spend, spend, and more spending? No-SHAME ON YOU! "
Regarding same poster: wrote on Aug 28, 2007 9:05 PM:
" I wonder if your the same guy from the old city council past that didn't feel the need to balance his check book before writing out his new bills for payment? You are correct, Lewiston isn't 8 million in debt, they are 5+ million in debt. If it wasn't for Barb and the current efforts of our city council men we wouldn't have a clue how much in debt we are. Why wouldn't the council want to know its current debt before spending more money? So instead of calling Rich an idiot, maybe you should take a long look in the mirror of shame, you seem to fit this picture very well! "
To Rich... wrote on Aug 28, 2007 5:59 PM:
" What is a viligante? I'm assuming you mean vigilante! Do you people even know what "vigilante" means. It's people that take the law into their own hands. Who is doing that? Forming a petition or freedom of speech is NOT being a vigilante! Rich you need to chill out because even though I don't know WHO you are you are an embarrassment - lots of people who read these comments talk about what an idiot you are! Way to go! "
Rich from Lewiston to "Same poster": wrote on Aug 28, 2007 3:35 PM:
" Maybe if you stopped acting like an angry viligante and actually tried to be civil with them they would take you seriously. When you come at them angry and finger pointing they have the right to slam the door in your face until you cool your jets and start acting like a mature adult. YOU should be ashamed concerned citizens, I know my family is of you... "
same poster? wrote on Aug 28, 2007 1:54 PM:
" $20,000 saved, just like the city was 8 million in debt!!! Obviously you don't know math,why can't you just be honest and face the fact that this council can not handle the big business of the city. Not a one of them has any experience but Pat.
If the council was really trying to do the best for the city, they would not have hired somebody who has such a past as the City Administrator. 550 citizens is not small potatoes in the city the size of Lewiston. You have to admit, if they were representing the people like they are supposed to, they would surely try and listen.They are the voice of the people and when 550 speak against them, that is pretty remarkable. You are one of a very few who think what they are doing is okay. Shame on them and shame on you. "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 28, 2007 9:33 AM:
" We don't need extra police people, we live in Lewiston. It's not like we are at risk of gangs, drive-by shootings, or angry teenage mobs. The only situation I had recently that involved the police was getting a cat out of a tree. The concerned citizens group would never last in a big city because they're stuck in a delusional world. "
To VIGILANTES: wrote on Aug 27, 2007 6:50 PM:
" When I read your comment posted I actually think you did a very remarkable job in describing the "CONCERNED CITIZEN GROUP". Well done! "
$$$ DEB $$$ wrote on Aug 27, 2007 6:46 PM:
" Deb I am still waiting for that example on how Lewiston has been worse off since the part time cops got let go? You try and continue to scare Lewiston residents into believeing we aren't as safe as we once were. Please share your FACTS about this with the readers. Maybe you have some information that will show us all why saving the city well over 20 grand wasn't a good move? "
Again To Deb: wrote on Aug 27, 2007 6:35 PM:
" So now instead of acknowledging that $20,000+ WAS saved by letting 5 part time cops go you want to justify hiring them back based on Barb needing and wanting an office secretary at the city hall? Deb, you make NO SENSE. Just acknowledge that money was saved and get past it. Also, yes as a city employee and representative Mark, along with the school board, should of told the city council his plans to go on the class trip. It wasn't on Marks personnal time until the council took his vacation days away MONTHS later. Way to represent this community again Mark....But your looking out for Lewistons best interests? RIGHT! "
Flood wrote on Aug 27, 2007 10:40 AM:
" Barb was quoted at the council meeting that if you had water and sewer damage you were to give them your name and they would turn into the city's insurance company. Did she think and call someone before she stated this. NO!! Now the city could be liable for everyones backup due to her comments. The problem is and has been she doesn't research or think before she makes comments on behalf of the city. We as tax payers want to give the hiring committee with this hire a big thank you, NOT! "
Vigilantes and Administrator wrote on Aug 24, 2007 2:34 PM:
" Rich if the council weren't a bunch of vigilantes and went at things properly we wouldn't ahve these issues to begin with and by the way I spoke with the administrator and she had no personal issues during the flood. Thank you Lewiston Police, Fire, Ambulance, and Public Works - you are AWESOME!!!! "
Deb wrote on Aug 24, 2007 1:30 PM:
" Your positive after all is said and done, we've saved $20,0000.00 from cutting the part-time police department? I'm guessing it looks that way, but we'll see. But we've more than spent that on getting Barb additional help in her office even though she's more qualified then the last three? And I don't have to justify to anyone how I spend my days off, why should anyone on the city payroll, and if thats the case do we know where EVERY single employee is on their days off? Does everyone have to go to the council and tell them where they are on days off? Then that should include the administrator since shes a city employee. 15 months and counting. "
long time Lewiston resident.... wrote on Aug 24, 2007 1:20 PM:
" Wow-there sure are some interesting comments posted! I would like to know just WHO the Dungy Gang is? Are they identified by certain clothing that they wear? Does Dungy know he has a gang? Also Rich, you sure have some harsh things to say. Just wondering if you have ever voiced your strong statements to people in person? One more thing - I can't believe Barb hasn't left the city on her own. Who would want to work somewhere and have so many people dislike you. "
Having fun !!! wrote on Aug 24, 2007 11:03 AM:
" Gee isn't this fun ??? We can get on this blog and bash people all day long and we don't have to sign our name...Wow, I've been ripping on people for days now and no one is the wiser as to who I am. I can hide behind the annoymous blogs and say what ever I want whether it be truth or not. What a way to entertain myself and others... And I don't have to hide my face at all because no one knows who I am.... What a way to spend the day. Just me and my computer "
$$$ TO DEB $$$ wrote on Aug 23, 2007 9:06 PM:
" Great question. The savings for letting 5 part time peace officers go was well over $20,000 a year. Question, can you give me an example on how Lewiston has been worse off since the booting of these part timers? I can give you an example on how Lewiston has been covered VERY well without them. Seems this was a great department to save some money within! "
To Dungy Gang: wrote on Aug 23, 2007 8:28 PM:
" Why are your standards different for Barb and Mark? You don't like it when she, according to the bashing group, lies. So why don't you have the same standard for Mark. What has Dungy done thats so great for this city? He didn't even start to patrol until asked in how many council meetings for a log on his time. If anyone needs to grow up it would be the bashing group, I mean the Dungy Gang. "
To getting to be enough: wrote on Aug 23, 2007 8:23 PM:
" maybe you should keep asking why Barb has issues with Mark? Maybe just maybe more details as to his lieing will come out! Once caught in the act more will come out. "
To WHY: wrote on Aug 23, 2007 8:21 PM:
" If Dungy has nothing to hide, why is it of such concern that he is being asked questions? I guess they found something with that class trip now didn't they? So maybe its okay to ask such questions??????? "
To Deb and the entire DUNGY GANG: wrote on Aug 23, 2007 8:19 PM:
" You first mention how most are in support of Dungy, and now your talking about the petition. What does the petition have to do with Dungy? I agree that indirectly it has a lot to do with him. But please explain to me why its okay for him to lie to the council? He claimed he went on that class trip on his own time, but now months later the council votes to take two days of his vacation away. What was he trying to pull? He didn't even start to patrol our streets until council members asked what he did all day. So who really has all this time to start and flame all these office issues within city hall? Thanks MARK! Maybe the concerned citizen group needs to redirect its attention to someon else...........Hmmmmmmmmmm "
need positive thinking wrote on Aug 23, 2007 5:49 PM:
" At the meeting last night most of the people there were in support of the Police Dept. So these negative comments about the Police and Dungy are from Hampel and council members Isn't there a better way to spend their time. I don't hear or see any of our council or leaders going door to door and checking on our citizens and offering assistance. How about being public officials and serving the public in a positive manner? "
Why? wrote on Aug 23, 2007 5:27 PM:
" Please explain why Dungy has to explain in detail and answer questions for about 20 minutes to take training clases that will benefit Lewiston? And NOT cost extra. Why doesn't Hampel have to explain and justify her training? Dungy's training is ALL paid for and the ONLY thing is his wages-which would be paid to him if he were working here. It is painfully obvious that the council and Hampel have their own agenda with the Police. How about Hampel comments to the Mayor- coaching him that the motion dies if there is no second. What is the real agenda????? "
getting to be enough wrote on Aug 23, 2007 5:20 PM:
" What kind of administrator spends her days concentrating on ways to write up all the city personnel instead of worrying about bigger issues? Hampel has such issues with the police why? It is so obvious with her and the council when they cannot even say the word "police" when discussing MMUA traning for all departments. Is your hatred for the department going to move the city forward...not when all your energy is concentrated there. "
TO ALL THE BICKERING BUSYBODIES wrote on Aug 23, 2007 2:24 PM:
" I have a unique idea !!! Why don't you spend your time helping out your fellow towns by volunteering your time to help others with flood problems. Their problems are way more important than anything in Lewiston right now. And maybe, just maybe it might help you feel good about yourself, because you sound like a miserable bunch of people!! Just where does all this negativity get you. Use your energy to help those who could use it. "
to open your eyes wrote on Aug 23, 2007 1:56 PM:
" You definitely do not know all the issues going on in this town. You are way off base in your reply and no we do not think Dungy is a waste. He has done alot of good since he came here. Grow up and realize what is really going on under your nose... Lies? I think you only have to look as far as the administrator for that. Dungy isn't the only one who has had problems with her majesty. Just check it out,the line of people is getting pretty long. "
Deb cont. wrote on Aug 23, 2007 1:37 PM:
" Also, I would hope that Barb and the council really checked all their facts before letting the part-time officers go. They did that before the audit was complete, even though they couldn't do almost everything else before the audit was complete. Now that the audit is complete, what did we really save by cutting the part-time officers? Can anyone give me that figure? "
Deb wrote on Aug 23, 2007 1:32 PM:
" Your right, it's my opinion and many others according to petition. But again, the council is right?? almost 500 are going to be told that their opinion doesn't matter. Good thing we only 15 more months to get open minded people on the council! I would just like to thank Pat Burns for acknowleding that Mark has worked with them (and not against them in solutions to police departments (council issues). And if Barb's so knowledgable and has more experience than the last 3 we've had, why does she need more training. Council always approves her training, no questions asked, yet when Mark requests training, he gets asked ridiculous questions (I would think any training he acquires is a WIN-WIN situation for Lewiston. Why are you so against the police department? If all Schauble said is true than Barb shouldn't need any further training!!! Lets save that money too. "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 23, 2007 1:27 PM:
" We should be more concerned about the flood. Barb is doing fine. "
To Deb: wrote on Aug 23, 2007 12:10 AM:
" Thanks for writing your OPINION on this subject. But the problem is your opinion isn't shared by all in the community. The handful of Dungy supporters continue to back his HIGH CRIME need by trying to scare the residents. Has anyone seen a report yet from Mark that shows an increase in crime within Lewiston to justify his role? Nothing yet! He can record all the dog barking calls he wants, this doesn't justify 2 full timers and 5 part time officers..... "
To bashing Rich Comments: wrote on Aug 22, 2007 11:59 PM:
" There you go again with that FACT word. Do you have the FACTS on what Lewiston's lawyer has been doing for this city? It is your opinion that his expenses are excessive! Your opinion is based on what? This great knowledge of information that you have about what he is doing for this city? Stop calling your statements FACT! Your making them based on your belief on this subject. NOT FACT! "
OPEN YOUR EYES wrote on Aug 22, 2007 8:51 PM:
" When did all the MAJOR issues start with Barb? Yes thats right, when Dungy had to change his hours. When Dungy didn't get his way with the police car. Always about and with Dungy. Yes Dungy Gang, some of use in Lewiston are on to him. How much did he even patrol this city prior to the council applying heat on him? Open your eyes Lewiston, Dungy is a HUGE WASTE DEPARTMENT for this city! Anyone know why the city council voted to take two days of vacation away from Mark? Something to do with that class trip right? I thought he said he went on his own time? and who isn't telling the truth????? "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 22, 2007 1:47 PM:
" Why do you people keep bringing up that cess pool of an excuse for a water park. If you don't like how things are run then maybe you should get out! "
re atty $'s on personell issues wrote on Aug 22, 2007 10:05 AM:
" You state that all these $'s were spent on personell issues, But MR Schauble has turned in receipts for over $18000, yes $18000 by end of May. And THAT WAS NOT ALL PERSONELL ISSUES. IS HE RUNNING THIS TOWN, HE HAS STATED DOESNT WANT THE POOL, TRYING TO CUT WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. Is this all for the better of the community. Would the Peoples Public works employees been here all saturday and sunday helping fellow citizens out, doubtful. "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 22, 2007 9:56 AM:
" If you keep acting like vigilantes the council will treat you as vigilantes. You need to act like mature adults when you go about bringing up your complaints instead of a rabid hateful mob. Respect is earned, not automatically given because you feel you deserve it. "
Reply to comments bashing rich wrote on Aug 21, 2007 8:27 PM:
" do u think that the excessive amount of money spent at the city atty office addressing personnel issues--in the last 3 months is saving any money for Lewiston? I think not and that is a FACT! "
Deb wrote on Aug 21, 2007 8:19 PM:
" Why do some keep referring to the Dungy gang. I believe in what the concerned citizens group is doing and believe that we're doing it for the good of the city, not to be part of a gang. I believe we have to make POSITIVE changes or this community will never grow and prosper. Look around. Every city and town, including the small town of Utica is growing, why aren't we. Is that Dungys fault too. Does that make me part of a gang. I hardly even know Dungy. But what I do know about him is he deserves as much respect as anyone, and he surely isn't getting it. I give him credit for dealing with Barb and the council. I don't think anyone deserves to be belittled like he is at council meetings. Shame on the council and Barb. Let City employees do their jobs please... "
STOP GERIS: wrote on Aug 21, 2007 7:21 PM:
" No Geris, I don't think bashing and being ambiguous is funny. I think its sad. But I also think your sad for thinking that when you state your opinion that this is the same as stating a fact. It is not. "
To the DUNGY GANG: wrote on Aug 21, 2007 6:17 PM:
" On 8/15/07 "POLICE CHASE ENDS IN GUNPOINT ARREST" and Lewiston didn't have a cop on duty and we were still protected? WOW, maybe this was that major issue that you all thought would put us all in harms way without enough local police coverage? I guess those taxes that WE ALL pay to the county do actually kick in when needed? GANG, you can sleep again at night! Lewiston has plenty of coverage, even if the part timers were all let go! Funny though how two of the peace officers that responded from the county actually got the boot from Lewiston part time staff....... "
To the comments bashing Rich: wrote on Aug 21, 2007 6:00 PM:
" Did you ever think that with so many personnel issues within the community there is a lot of ongoing problems that the past councils and commmunity just ignored and decided to push off? I know of at 3 personnel issues within the city that have been out of control and budget for lots of years. High time someone comes along and tries to deal with these issues. Let Barb and the council do their jobs and try and save this city some much needed money for repair and replacement. "
To the LOCAL TOWNER: wrote on Aug 21, 2007 5:53 PM:
" So your saying again that the petition, that the so called majority signed, was based on FACT? WHAT? Read the past comments, it was stated by a concerned citizen member that the petition was based on their OPINION and not on FACT! So the "majority" signed what? A bias, misleading, bashing, ambiguous petition? Thats going to hold what? NOTHING! "
To location of our administrator? wrote on Aug 21, 2007 5:48 PM:
" Do you know that Barb didn't have her own property to deal with? Again, you few trouble makers in this community continue to BASH her without any FACTS! You don't have a clue or know anything about her. Your opinions are not WANTED or deserved when they are so SLANDEROUS and BASHING! Please just grow up! "
To Geris: wrote on Aug 21, 2007 5:39 PM:
" However this settles out, you DO NOT have the right to be BASHING and AMBIGUOUS towards anyone! What makes you FEW feel that you have this right? YOU DO NOT! "
to rich from lewiston wrote on Aug 21, 2007 12:42 PM:
" Wake up man...how can Hampel lead to better things for Lewiston when she spends her time creating personnel issues? In less than three months time, she has turned our city upside down. She has a pattern of creating hostile work environments in past employment and yet the council continues to look the other way. Instead of a positive focus on the community there is nothing but negativity. "
where was the administrator wrote on Aug 21, 2007 12:35 PM:
" during the floods and problems associated with it...Hampel was no where to be found. Isn't she a big part of the Civil Response team? "
a local towner wrote on Aug 21, 2007 12:18 PM:
" Rich you are entitled to your opinion just like all the rest of us. But, actions do speak louder than words and looks like the majority of Lewiston does not share your same opinion of Barbg and her crew. And that's a fact. "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 21, 2007 8:25 AM:
" Barb will lead our community to better things, just you wait! I have absolute faith in her and the officials! Leave them alone and they will DO THEIR JOB! "
stop the bicker wrote on Aug 21, 2007 7:51 AM:
" Let's stop all the bickering back and forth.Especially now with all that other folks are facing. We have other problems to face after this weekends aftermath. Just be thankful you have your life and a home to go home to.... Now is not the time to argue as such. "
Geris wrote on Aug 21, 2007 7:44 AM:
" So bashing and being ambiguous gives you a good laugh, huh? Let's just see who is left standing and having a laugh when all the dust settles!!! "
Hick Comedy: wrote on Aug 20, 2007 7:48 PM:
" I agree go to the city council meetings and watch Dave S. and all the Dungy Gang. Be entertained by all of their hick comedy! Its not very funny, actually they are very sad! "
To Geris: wrote on Aug 20, 2007 6:42 PM:
" You again talk about FACTS. That's really funny Geris! Spinning is what your entire petition was based on. I read the petition, what is your explanation of WE BELIEVE? How many times was this documented and said during the petition signings? Thats not FACT! Thats YOUR opinion! Based on BASHING and being AMBIGUOUS! Thanks Geris this community needed a good laugh. "
Where can I watch these tapes of the meetings? wrote on Aug 20, 2007 1:11 PM:
" I feel like laughing at some hick comedy =) "
Geris wrote on Aug 20, 2007 11:41 AM:
" Well now, seems someone is getting a little testy!!! Facts are facts no matter how you spin them. Keep watching, the truth will prevail and your administrator will be exposed for who she really is. I'm glad that the concerned citizens of Lewiston have made known what is happening. The city council,mayor and administrator is out of hand and definitely not providing proper leadership for our town! Time for new blood. "
Geris = MISINFORMED = BASHING = AMBIGUOUS! wrote on Aug 19, 2007 11:51 PM:
" Yes, all residents, watch the tapes of the meetings. See for yourselves who the trouble makers are in this community. Who doesn't want a democracy?????? Thanks Dungy Gang! "
To Geris: wrote on Aug 19, 2007 11:45 PM:
" You, like most of the Concerned Cititzen Group" like to mention the word FACTS a lot. Do any of you know what a FACT is? Funny, no actually sad, how you like so many others in this community have allowed a few pushers to flame your fire and drive towards ONE person, that doesn't have the authority or power to do anything without the council voting it in. If you really have better things to do, GO AND DO THEM! and yes I did watch the council meeting again and its the same loudmouth residents who vent out of line without having the floor. Again thanks but NO THANKS Dave S. "
Geris wrote on Aug 18, 2007 5:36 PM:
" Dear Rich from Lewiston, Where exactly have you been the last 7 months? Can you honestly say you don't know about the hostile work envirnment created when Barb started at city hall? Do you honestly feel that the city hall employees are making all this up? I think you have been buffaloed !!!Get all the FACTS behind the statements being made. These concerned citizens have all the right in the world to complain. I bet anyone of the concerned citizens would much rather be spending time doing something else besides having to straighten out misinformed people like yourself.
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Solution wrote on Aug 17, 2007 11:06 PM:
" Scott is looking for a produce manager at the grocery store. We could send Barb over there. Imagine the backstabbing and customer service then! "
Plato wrote on Aug 17, 2007 7:15 PM:
" Atlantis - according to legend, an island in the Atlantic Ocean that Plato said was swallowed by an earthquake.
Lewiston - according to legend, a township in Southeastern Minnesota that cares more about drama than civilization. "
Mean Spirited Barb H. wrote on Aug 17, 2007 11:12 AM:
" Sounds like barb H. is a strong headed, Republican, trying to just walk into the City of Lewiston and take the Keys of the city and run everyone out of Dodge.
And the Council seems to be about as tough as Old Festus was on gunsmoke, looking for Sheriff.
lets see how this episode of Democratic city vs. one hardliner Republican turn out? lol "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 17, 2007 10:57 AM:
" What did she do to make the workplace hostile? I think its because many of you 'concerned citizens' are bored with your daily life and need to find a common enemy to mob up against. You will find anything, and I mean ANYTHING, negative and escalate it to enormous proportions. This article is pure proof of my point that you are looking for trouble where it's not needed and enjoy venting about it when it happens. "
Geris wrote on Aug 17, 2007 9:45 AM:
" Well facts do say alot if the so called "facts" are true and the truth is Barb came in causing problems first from the very beginning. No one had an agenda with her. She started it all and the city of Lewiston have a right to defend themselves from her. What were her intentions from the start?? What normal person comes making enemies and provoking such a work envirnment? That is fact and can't be denied no matter how much you try to sugar coat it.Stop trying to portray her as friendly when her actions have spoken otherwise.... "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 17, 2007 9:39 AM:
" Why don't you all just shut up about Barb and get lives? You are acting like a mob of dirty children! "
To just watched, wrote on Aug 17, 2007 6:46 AM:
" If you would take the time to really watch and listen to the tape of that meeting-you would have learned that when the floor was given to someone to voice their concerns-they were met with a total lack of respect from the council and the administrator. They(the same people who were given the right to voice thier concerns) were then told to sit down and shut up because we were all a bunch of vigilantes. We have tried to show respect and politness thru this whole mess- but nothing was shown in return. We have repeatedly asked for a town meeting-but it keeps getting pushed off- WHY?? I thought the council was elected to represent the people of Lewiston- not their own personal agendas!! Thank you, Dave S. "
To weekend breather: wrote on Aug 17, 2007 12:03 AM:
" One more VERY important comment to add to the story you wrote. "concerned citizen group" take the weekend and get your FACTS straight before BASHING with more of your opinions! I could write a book on the DUMB things that this group has done, and not just to Barb but to the entire city of Lewiston! You talk about PROOF? Proof requires FACTS! Facts that this group knows nothing about! "
Lets take a weekend breather everyone! wrote on Aug 16, 2007 10:07 PM:
" So there are definantly problems In the City of lewiston.
Get the Lawful people to the meeting room, and a person to whitness this meeting, but take an Oath to keep quiet. Barb deciding to get into someones car without permission, is definantly probably one of the dum things you have done. This City, half of everyone in it is related some how, and this is why we all care so much. So treat these nice citizens with the respect they should be.
Also The City council is one heck of a mess for sure. Time for a special Session and call everyone of the council to the voting booth, by the citizens of lewiston!. Barb whats the laws on special voting? Wayne S. where you hiding? Everyone clip the newspapers, and take notes concerned citizen leaders. make copys for future Proof "
Just watched: wrote on Aug 16, 2007 5:46 PM:
" I just watched the tape of the city meeting that Barb said "MAYBE IF YOU WOULD OF SHUT UP YOU COULD OF HEARD WHAT WAS SAID". I ask, what about this comment is not true? You should watch and listen to this meeting again. Its a joke how all the people are talking over the council whenever they want to blow out comments at random. What makes this handfull of people sitting in attendance think they have the floor anytime they want it? The mayor should of had the room cleared when it got out of control. Wouldn't it be funny seeing Dungy give his #1 supporter an escort out the door! Thanks Dave S. "
To Blantant: wrote on Aug 16, 2007 5:34 PM:
" After reading your comments it sounds like your describing the "CONCERNED CITIZEN GROUP". I would like to know how this group thinks they are helping or promoting anything positive about this community? Wow Lewiston really looks like a joke on tv and in print. Thanks for painting such an awesome picture of this little old town. "
To Rich: wrote on Aug 16, 2007 5:21 PM:
" I agree with you 100%. Isn't Barb treating people exactly how they approach her? If citizens as well as city employees want to be treated with respect they should approach her with respect and stop all the bashing! "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 16, 2007 3:55 PM:
" I know her personally, she's very nice and well-spoken. This article is a typical slam-fest to ruin her good name. I sense the 'concerned citizens' are behind these delayed reports that are blatently trying to chase Barb out of town by making her out to sound like a monster. "
TO RICH wrote on Aug 16, 2007 2:16 PM:
" ISN'T SHE THE ONE THAT TOLD CITIZENS TO SHUT UP AND TELL THE MEDIA(CAROL) NOT TO COME INTO CITY HALL EVEN THOUGH CAROL IS A TAX PAYER! GET REAL! "
Rich from Lewiston wrote on Aug 16, 2007 12:30 PM:
" Lets be nice to Barb. Ever think if we, us citizens, decided to act mature and treat her with respect the same could be given back to us? If all you do is yell and criticize her, how do you expect her to respond? Lets stop the bickering and come to a peaceful beneficial compromise by acting like grown adults. Thank you. "
How Blatant wrote on Aug 15, 2007 9:52 PM:
" Barb, we can tell you are anonymously writing on these blogs to defend you awful behavior and lack of professionalism. Your veiled threats are pathetic. "
To personell mtg. wrote on Aug 15, 2007 3:21 PM:
" She can file a lawsuit against the city even if she is on probation. Wake up Lewiston residents probation isn't a free for all to bash without FACT! "
personell mtg wrote on Aug 15, 2007 12:53 PM:
" The council is taking the petition under advisement, they are having a CLOSED meeting on the 20th to deal with it. I hope after all this mess in the last weeks and documents that ATTY Schauble is ADVISING to not continue her employment and move FORWARD. We all need this. If she stays we will for sure have a lawsuit against her or sometime in the future against the city by her after probation. "
Regarding In this situation: wrote on Aug 15, 2007 12:38 PM:
" But you, just like all the other "CONCERNED CITIZENS" continue to ignore the FACTS! You can continue to hide behind and around the FACTS but they won't go away. If you signed the petition, you don't have the facts, you have this groups OPINION. What has Barb done that hasn't been okayed or approved by the Lewiston City Council? Even the working conditions that have degraded to what we have today is the credit of the council. Who's job was it to sit Barb and Holly, yes Holly also, and give them a good verbal tongue chewing about their working additudes? THE COUNCIL. Oh and who sits by so quietly while Barb takes the heat for EVERYTHING the council has approved to do? Yep the council. Hmmmmmmmm "
Why are we even in this situation? wrote on Aug 15, 2007 11:11 AM:
" 1st time comment poster here. Concerned Lewiston citizen! Not a petition signer due to lack of facts. I usually don't say much when approached about this. But I have to now......Why are we even in this situation? Why is Barb even a city administrator? Shame on Preston, Eyota, and Byron. If what has been said about gag orders and $30k payoffs from these other towns are true, shame on those other towns. We are now reaping the rewards! So she gets let go from Lewiston, but we do nothing to prevent her from getting another City Admin position in another town??? Shame on us! Let's do this right. Let's prevent this from happening to other towns in the future. "
To Wayne: wrote on Aug 14, 2007 4:23 PM:
" Normally your correct, but the FACT is your concerned citizen group and now the Hammonn's have just given Barb every reason to file a lawsuit if she is left go. I don't believe Lewiston will get out of this for 30K, probation or not! Do you really believe that the petition was the only direction that the "GROUP" could have gone? Or could the 20 or so LEADERS taken a directed-focussed approach. Your also very good at twisting what has been said. I have tried to keep my comments very simple for you, but I will try again. Your petition was AMBIGUOUS and BASHING with NO FACT! "
wayne wrote on Aug 14, 2007 1:23 PM:
" And why has the council been spending so much time at the attys office this. Could it be that they are going to make the right decisiona nd cut bait with Barb and making sure they don't get sued by her. She is on probation you don't have to have a reason, do it now so we don't have the lawsuits when we do have to let her go. WE AS TAX PAYERS DON'T WANT WHAT HAPPENED TO PRESTON, forking out $30k. This is fact and not ambiguous "
Geris wrote on Aug 14, 2007 10:53 AM:
" So, where has the mayor been lately??? I think he has issues to hide also. Maybe some time should be spent looking into his agenda. We can never be too careful. Look how Barb slid in when no one was looking. What a mess that started. "
way to go wrote on Aug 14, 2007 10:44 AM:
" The main street mafia strikes again--way to go at the post office the other day, Steve. Thanks for helping prove time and time again, the Concerned Citizens of Lewiston is on the right track. "
re: interested observer & Lewiston Residents wrote on Aug 14, 2007 7:42 AM:
" Thanks for the comments BARB - don't make it look anymore obvious. Here are our tax dollars at work. "
Re: Scott wrote on Aug 13, 2007 9:07 PM:
" He talks bad about everone, not just people who signed the petition. He's all fake nice and smiles when you walk in the door,as soon as you leave he is ripping on you left and right. The idea that he was shown the petition is absolutely appalling (not to mention probably illegal) "
To Soooo: wrote on Aug 13, 2007 7:32 PM:
" Can Dungy have the keys back? I think its been decided to wait until the car is at least a year old before he can use it. Remember when we got the last new car? He ran into the Lewiston shop building backing it out, THE FIRST TIME he used it! "
TO LEWISTON RESIDENTS: wrote on Aug 13, 2007 7:23 PM:
" READ HOLLYS DOCUMENTED STATEMENT ON 8/10 AT 6:42am "WITHOUT CRIMINAL INTENT" END OF STORY! "
To Interested Observer: 8-10-07. wrote on Aug 13, 2007 7:19 PM:
" Your petition was FOUNDED on opinion, no fact, and total bashing, your being AMBIGUOUS! "
Suing Holly wrote on Aug 13, 2007 5:42 PM:
" When was that announcement made? Someone better inform Holly to get herself an attorney. How had Holly defamed Barb's character? She helps her, makes her looks good, if that's defamation ?????? "
?? wrote on Aug 13, 2007 4:06 PM:
" Now Barb is talking about sueing Holly for defamation. How can this be, Barb made her own bed now should she lie in it. This is another example of how Barb handles things, with threat of lawsuits or bullyuing. OPEN UP YOUR EYES COUNCIL AND GET RID OF HER!!! She didn't like Holly in city hall so she moved her. Do we need to get the pied piper in here and all of the rats can follow her out of town. "
re glasses wrote on Aug 13, 2007 2:29 PM:
" your right, there are other issues at hand in Lewiston, but when we have people that are incable of making basic decisions regarding our well being it becomes more than a basic issue. Barb has demonstrated her ineptness on tact. If she does not get at least reprimands out of these current misdeeds than the attorney and councilmen have there heads some where else and not looking out for the citizens as a whole! "
Glasses wrote on Aug 13, 2007 1:19 PM:
" I like that most have rose colored glasses on when it comes to the issues. I don't think that either female is completely innocent here. Also, doesn't anyone else find it coincidental that this article is being posted NOW??? Open your eyes people. What are the real issues?? This whole issue could have been handled in a manner that wouldn't discredit Lewiston. Look around--THERE ARE BIGGER ISSUES! "
rfd wrote on Aug 13, 2007 10:20 AM:
" RFD=Rural Fire DEPT, and we have 2 fireman on the council. Councilman business owners?? Ask lee and bruce how to run a business. And they try to keep our books balanced??? Scott keep your comments to yourself or your business will hurt even more. We try to patronize you and we won't pull a Lewiston feed by taking their hardware business to ST Charles, or make threats like Pat does. We are above that and you should be too!! "
To confused cont. wrote on Aug 12, 2007 11:18 PM:
" I'm also sure that the two people that he said didn't know the city business and him asking why they were on the petition don't want to have their names randomly drug through the mud either, just because they aren't business people!!!! They're quite nice people that don't bad mouth people in public!!! I would think they deserve their opinion and would like to be left out of it also. "
To Confused wrote on Aug 12, 2007 11:10 PM:
" Scott has everything to do with it, if he's going to talk bad about certain people who signed the petition!! Perhaps he shouldn't name names when talking in public about things that he shouldn't even have knowledge of, since your right, he isn't a councilman!!! "
Too funny wrote on Aug 12, 2007 8:55 PM:
" Do the good old boys listen to the Dukes of Hazzard theme while they are eating and gossiping? I just have a vision of all these hillbillies who think they are way more important than they are singing along to Waylon Jennings. "
LOL wrote on Aug 12, 2007 8:07 PM:
" WOW-- so much drama...for such a little town....what's next.....only minutes will tell the way this is going-- "
Soooo..... wrote on Aug 12, 2007 7:35 PM:
" Can Dungy have the keys back to his squad car now? Or are those lost, too, Barb? This town's a joke! Way to toot the horn, Holly. Maybe this will embarrass Barbie enough to get the heck out of dodge. "
Just a Bunch of Good Old Boys wrote on Aug 12, 2007 3:29 PM:
" Various city council members and business owners (all men of course) go to the Rec Cafe every single morning for breakfast. They gossip more than a bunch of old women. That is how Scott Wiens and every other know-it-all in town are privy to private information. There's not a one of them that have a clue what the word "confidential" mean. Then they go back to their respective businesses and spread the news. It's like Mayberry R.F.D. but worse. "
keep up the excellent work Holly!! From your fellow Crew members wrote on Aug 12, 2007 11:19 AM:
" Holly you have done a fine job in representing the lewsiton ambulance. Let me remind people that this job was created because there was not enough emts to staff our ambulance during the day. Also we wanted to be more visible in the communtity and in our rural coverage area. You have done a excellent job in doing this in a positive way!!! There however seems to be some people who think differently. Let me remind them that with out your position lewiston and surrounding area will not have an ambulance service to depend on. Is that what they want????????? I know I can safely say that you have the support of 99.9 percent of the communnity. Keep up the excellent work!! "
winona, mn, 26 wrote on Aug 11, 2007 11:52 PM:
" It doesnt give anyone the right to go into anyone vechical who they are. And to the person who wrote you should be more considered with your children's education. What is your problem. NO matter where you live in the usa no has the right to go through your vechical and how can you say that you should be considered about your child's education. YOU NEED TO GROW UP. "
Confused wrote on Aug 11, 2007 11:18 PM:
" What the heck does Scott Wiens have to do with this? He's not on the city council,although he does own a business in Lewiston. Please be more specific in your name dropping. I'm sure Scott doesn't like being randomly drug through the mud. "
concerned wrote on Aug 11, 2007 3:28 PM:
" If our attorney advised the council to talk about these personal issues in a closed meeting, then why are they sharing the petition with Scott Wiens. He knew there was an elderly lady and his 20 year old ADULT female neighbors signature on the petition and that wasn't the petition that came to his door. So I guess if you share the councils views then they will share private and personal issues with you. I really don't think Scott has the right to ask what they do or don't know about city government. They over 18 and have rights. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. Business could be hurt no matter what happens, but with 500 signatures on the petition, I'm thinking I would value and respect their rights!!! "
DON'T BLAME HOLLY OR THE AMBULANCE wrote on Aug 11, 2007 10:49 AM:
" Can the council make a decision? First they ask Holly to cover the office, do book work, do payroll,so the City employees would get a paycheck (cuz Barb didn't know how)and then they boot her out of City Hall? Unbelievable! She was more than willing to help the City and then they treat her like this? What's wrong with this picture? If they let this new episode go by with Barb, what will she be allowed to do next that would be a BIGGER issue and cost the City big dollars? Keep up the good work Holly! "
Regular Joe wrote on Aug 11, 2007 9:15 AM:
" If a person friendly towards me opens up my car door to shut off the headlights, that is one thing. In this case, you have someone who has clearly been hostile to someone, then decides that the open hostility shouldn't be a reason not to just go into her car. After all the door was unlocked. I might as well buy some things for myself with the cities money too. After all, they gave me the checkbook. By the way, shouldn't she be responsible enough to keep track of her own keys? "
re: just wondering wrote on Aug 11, 2007 8:18 AM:
" I am sure the uncle will not protect her, have you paid any attention, he is her biggest problem. These two women do not butt heads, have you been in to watch how they work together, Holly has helped Barb since she came to Lewiston in anyway possible, I do know they had a disagreement last week. They may not be fond of each other but are professional at work and work together. Om talking to Holly this would have happened, if it was just about anyone who entered. "
Truth wrote on Aug 11, 2007 2:12 AM:
" If anyone else had entered the van, it probably wouldn't have been a big deal. These two women tend to butt heads. Granted, I am far from fond of the current administrator, but this is borderline childish. "
just wondering wrote on Aug 10, 2007 10:28 PM:
" Maybe councilperson Jack will protect his niece from Barb's antics. "
re: is this a rally big deal wrote on Aug 10, 2007 4:23 PM:
" Look at the situation Barb has created a hositle work environment for all. The council wanted Holly in city hall to save expenditures now Barb wants her out?? So if Law enforcement allows Barb to do this is ok if I came into your house while you were gone and looked for something that I might have left when I was there the day before or you have something I might want?? Don't set a precendent then all heck will break out! "
Barb looked lovely on KTTC wrote on Aug 10, 2007 2:22 PM:
" staring down the cameraman. What a piece of work she must be. This is the face we want associated with the town of Lewiston? The city council looks positively professional compared next to her-and that's not saying much! "
Let get with it councilmen!!! wrote on Aug 10, 2007 1:35 PM:
" I think it is time for the city council to get with the program!! The residents clearly have spoken here with the petition. now to top it off-she goes into another persons vehicle without permission! How would you (Boynton,Aherns,Kanz,Burns and Rains) feel if was your vehicle? I also think that Hampel should realize that the end is near-just step down and do the city a favor. Or are you looking for a settlement of some kind? (again?) "
HGTV wrote on Aug 10, 2007 1:26 PM:
" It must be something in the water. "
Before Steve Replies wrote on Aug 10, 2007 1:07 PM:
" I know the City Atty advised for the petition to be handled this way. It just does not seem right for the person in question to be involved with the handling of the complaint. It should be investigated without bias and a decision rendered. The subjects only involvement should be to give a statement and wait for the outcome of a formal investigation into the claims. "
If you think it's OK... wrote on Aug 10, 2007 1:05 PM:
" To those of you who think the actions of Barb Hample are OK...and acceptable. You are wrong. Yes, you may think this is a small incident. However, that does not make it right. It is a violation & invasion of privacy and a right of mine that I hold very dear. I DO not want her representing me, my family, or the businesses in the town I live. "
The Big Questions wrote on Aug 10, 2007 12:58 PM:
" "Hampel said the council was advised by the city attorney that personnel issues could not be discussed at publicly and any meetings about the petition would be closed." When was this determined? Why is Hampel involved in the handling of complaint about her? Did other employee's get to deiced how their complaints were handled? "
seriously, who cares, you people need lives.... wrote on Aug 10, 2007 12:40 PM:
" She opened a freakin' van door and rummaged some stuff around. No big deal. You people in Lewiston should be more concerned with your children's education because the apple doesn't fall far from the tree..... "
Big Hairy Deal wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:59 AM:
" C'mon, quit lurking in the weeds trying to assasinate this women. If I was locked out of my place of employment I would look for keys in my co-workers car too. I thought we lived in a small community where we work together!?!? "
Reply to NO DONATIONS ANYMORE! ! ! (9:59am) wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:51 AM:
" It doesn't matter if she simply opened the door to the van and closed it again, she used poor judgement by merely considering such an action, let alone doing it. Besides, did you witness this? Are you certain she didn't actually 'rummage' through the interior of the van? If it had been my van, I'd press charges in a heartbeat if she did not have my permission to be in it - I wouldn't care what her reason was. Just by opening the door she technically committed a crime. "
Statutes cont wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:42 AM:
" Now we have reviewed out statute, and petition has been brought forth by the majority of registered voters, Barbs actions in the last 2 weeks, and will be under advisement. If they don't act on these actions they WILL BE HELD LAIBLE!! Good luck boys, what does Attorney wayne say. Is he going to pay your $300,000 X 5, which each can held liable for. Cut bait boys. "
Get Real wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:41 AM:
" I think this gal could bring the wrong lunch to work and be scrutinized for it. Be adults and work as a team toward a common goal. "
Statutes wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:39 AM:
" Minn Stat $466.07 "City officers can be sued personally for their activities on behalf of the city. Absent Fairly egragiuos conduct, however, there is rarely ultimate personal financial exposure to the officer or employee. ... The only exception to this general rule is where the officer or employee's acts are found to be outside the scope of his/her duties, or where THE ACTIVITIES CONSTITUE MALFEASANCE, WILLFUL NEGLECT OF DUTY OR BAD FAITH!!!!!! "
Is this really that big of a deal? wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:37 AM:
" Ok, somebody looked in a van without permission. Big deal. Lewiston is like a speck on the map and is small potatoes. Shouldn't you citizens be more concerned with your own lives and stop obsessing over such a trivial situation? "
Questions Answered - City Council HAS to Make Right Decision wrote on Aug 10, 2007 10:59 AM:
" Within a period of just a few months, Ms. Hample has time and time verifed to citizens of Lewistion that she is incorrigable, unprofessional, unreasonable, illogical and unwilling to listen or work with city workers & residents as a solid leader. Now, this latest incident answers our questions regarding her professional judgement - it is deplorable. Maybe this is why she gave the boot to 24 hour police coverage? Now that she has proven to be a risk and liablity to the city, the council will make the right decision? "
A probationer cannot be allowed to get away with this wrote on Aug 10, 2007 10:03 AM:
" If Hampel is in fact still in her probationary period as administrator, she should be suspended immediately pending censure or termination. The citizens and business operators of Lewiston deserve to be properly represented by ethical leaders. I think EVERYONE involved should stop speaking and writing publicly about this, and these events should be fully investigated by the appropriate County and/or State agencies and courts. Deep breaths, people... "
NO DONATIONS ANYMORE ! ! ! wrote on Aug 10, 2007 9:59 AM:
" The school system must be laughing their butts off.....They got rid of the ambulance director for obvious reasons... This is very shameful for such a petty thing.....The Winona Daily News should be asshamed of itself for regarding opening a personal vehicle door and shutting it FRONT PAGE NEWS ? ?? I know my DONATIONS to the Ambulance just got redirected. "
no boundaries wrote on Aug 10, 2007 9:22 AM:
" Hampel may be Holly's boss, but what gives her the right to invade Holly's personal vehicle with any permission? Hampel doesn't have any regard for boundaries...even if she got into the main office how did she expect to get into her own office? Why not go back home and get the proper keys? I agree with "concerned"-what else would she go into without permisssion? "
on a free ride wrote on Aug 10, 2007 9:15 AM:
" This is not the slippery slope, we are on the express way non-stop headed down. Let's pray that we don't have to wait until next year's election to rectify this mess our city government has put us in. Probation is a time to test the waters in case the best decision was not made. Sometimes decisions need to be re-evaluated. The citizens have tested the water and have decided against swimming in it. The council on the other hand are wading in the shallows with the cement drying around their shoes, deciding whether or not to take that leap. If you decide to follow us back up the slope to safer ground, make sure you check the "silverware" drawer at city hall. She may lose her keys in there next time. Do you know how many place settings we started with? "
ESPN wrote on Aug 10, 2007 9:15 AM:
" Is this Lewistons version of Redneck games? "
? wrote on Aug 10, 2007 9:08 AM:
" “It was non-criminal activity other than the violation itself,” Delaney said.
What the heck are you trying to say. "
Hampel should at least be put on suspension pending outcome wrote on Aug 10, 2007 8:55 AM:
" I have serious concerns about the access still accorded a person who is now a suspect in a crime. Although other complaints against her are not connected directly to the tampering incident, the overall situation calls for a separation of at least a temporary duration, while the charge is investigated. This person has come in from elsewhere and absolutely turned Lewiston inside-out in just a few months. I would be too embarrassed to show my face in the town ever again... "
tax payer wrote on Aug 10, 2007 8:52 AM:
" There is just something wrong with this lady, I can't believe that the council is sticking with her, what happened to those two councilmen who wanted everything to be open to the public, meetings etc. everything is now closed meetings and tabling issues, so they can hammer them out in private. How come these "men" are so gullible? and why are they hiding behind her skirt? Do what the people want, isn't that why they say they were elected? Holly you did the right thing!! "
Tolerance Needed wrote on Aug 10, 2007 8:51 AM:
" That is all. "
Advisement wrote on Aug 10, 2007 8:44 AM:
" Moving onto this petition thing… At this time, I’ll say we have received this
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