Eric May
Former elected official Eric May provides readers a view on government they rarely get: one from the inside. Eric currently works for a political consulting firm handling all forms of political media and communications. He is married to his beautiful wife Jenna, who both enjoy serving actively in their church and community.
and this comes into the main stream how?
So, to heck with all that mantra here by the devotee about the math expert wife who is touted to scour HS books like no other. Or, the expert law in law. Or, the Rules of the game mantra. With all that pertise and this? Stinky concession.
Diane,
Enough already…I know you better than this and this hateful spewing is just not you. I can tell you that Pat Rush has insisted on running this campaign without Robyn checking behind him. This was a mistake…a stupid one yes, but nevertheless, Mr. Rush did correct his actions as did Mr. Williams several years ago. Please go on line and read the Kessler Audit for High Springs…it’s really sad that so many people that really should know better deliberately took money out of all of our taxpayer dollars and used that money for things such as paying at restaurants, salaries…you name it. I could tell you more, but there’s really not space here and you can read it yourself. By the way, hope you’ll come down for the dedication of the new addition to the fire department. At least I think that we can all agree we’re glad that we’ve got local help on that. Thanks.
Sylvia? Bugger off.
I’m going to call Carol.
Since you’re interested in the “truth”, please note that every mistaken dime was returned by Mr. Rush. Please check the public records of the other candidates, including past ones and note their mistakes also because I know that you’re only interested in being fair and honest.
Sylvia, I may have been a bit harsh with the bugger off comment and for that I apologize. But, You have come here too many times like you are above the fray lecturing right after you get your swips in.To me personally. I’ve not done harm to this city but, there are plenty of lies going around about good people and, I think you are fully imformed just how destructive Bob Barnas and, his behavior is. I’m perplexed why you allow it. I’m dumb founded you want more of the same. And, that is what Pat Rush will give us. I’m confused exactly what you see as gain doing so. As far as the Commercial, kessler report, CRA meeting. There is a nasty campaign outside of the election and,the CRA meeting where Barnas, You and, Ann Carter carry on seems nothing more than a smear on good people who have done alot to help High Springs have some kind of appeal. A business that has lasted through several owners and, it’s staying power is due to some sort of ability to have cohesion with all. I’d like you to rationally explain to me the $13,500.00 discrepancy with the commercial. $1,500 & $15,000 is vastly different and, the effects anyone attaches to it with negative intent needs to step forward and, apologize as well. Not a shocker and, money well spent when one considers the lesser amount to be true. I’d like ALL who busy themselves downtown to get it together and, realize that it really has nothing to do with any of you when it comes down to who and what keep this city going. And, the collateral damage all are causing with their downtown nib SH*& will be significant enough to leave nothing but, dust bunnies everyone wants to by pass once it settles. So, come back and, tell me that one fatc I mentioned that I’d like clarification to. And, please put Barnas in his place. You are quite capable to do so and, I’ll be able to quit scratching my head wondering why you aren’t.
And, I think that number was inflated to cover the FACT that the Kessler report and, Barnas once again, wasted tax payer dollars. On this report and, this time to the tune of $11,000.00. In totality the waste, negative climate and, mis management far exceedes anything High Springs has ever experienced. Brayn Williams will get us back in better graces and, bring a cohesiveness lost because of the really bad behavior Bob Barnas has dropped down on us and, our sister cities.
This number if I am not clear enough. I’d like you to rationally explain to me the $13,500.00 discrepancy with the commercial. $1,500 & $15,000 is vastly different and, the effects any & all who attaches to it (the mis stated) with negative intent needs to step forward and, apologize.
The Kessler report gave the CRA information that funds had been taken from the CRA accounts to pay for items that are against State laws…not city laws…in which we are to comply. Funds are to be used for blight and repair to the historical district…not salaries and restaurants, to name a few. Please attend and stay informed during the CRA meetings.
Diane,
I’m sorry…I really don’t know what commercial you are referring to, so I will have to do some research on that one. As far as the Kessler report, I can tell you that 31 times, they asked for information (by my count) from the City Manager and Staff and were either told they would get it later or that they couldn’t have it. I don’t really quite understand that one because I thought when there was an audit, expecially a forencic audit that staff has to comply as directed by the CRA (members include all commissioners as well as Ann Carter and myself. I will try and get the information for you and respond. Thanks.
http://www.visitflorida.com/video/310-high-springs
I think what I heard on the CRA meeting tape where Bob Barnas, YOU and, Ann Carter are most vocal is what is appaling and, full of untruths. Vote for Mr. Williams !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The time to research, Sylvia, would have been before you spoke. That would have been the prudent thing to do.
My Dearest Lucy:
You are absolutely correct…prudence does have its value, as does research. For example, research, prior to asking for CRA funds for use by a family member rather than for what the state says such funds are intended would definitely be wise. Thanks for your concern and interest.
Sylvia, remember your post about qualified mathematicians and laywer mother-in laws. Also, how Pat Rush never did anything wrong from a commission seat even though he’s never held a commission seat? Remember that? Remember how Rush lost the election to Williams? To borrow from Diane, BUGGER OFF.
Yeah, it happpens. Lets not forget that Eric May posted two years ago that Byran Williams took cash doonations above the legal limit, but correected it and no problem no complaint. I have the paperwork. Then there was Larry Travis who took $200 cash donation from Dr. Dennis and would not fix it. That was a problem. Why he did not fix it. A complaint was filed, and he goes in front of the Florida Election Commission in November I have been told. So I am sure Pat has or will fix this and it the bashing will continue. I will be posting later tonight what I put in the mail today.
Seems like your lips move and your mouth lies. What are you going to do to get you back on TV20 again. Your trashy commission is a coumty wide joke. Good work.
Mr. Vice Mayor,
Thank you for being a regular reader of this site. Yes, a complaint has been filed against Mr. Rush and will be working its way through the Florida Election Commission.
Is there a particular reason Mr. Rush is concealing the specific item you donated to him having a value of $100?
You’ll have to ask him. I have not seen report. But I gave him sign steaks.
And speaking of concealing.
If Gamberton wants I can post Byrans elections pages violation on my websight. I can post the record where 3 of his relatives got rehab money from the city. And there are some great public records on bad checks and child suppurt ofr someone too. I can also post all the docments I have from the Election commission on Travis violation. And maybe the Concerned Citizens come to tallahassee and attend his hearing in front of the commission.
So since Eric knows a compleint went in today to the Election Commission on someone, and I know a compleint went into the Florida Ethics Board on someone from Alachua, then lets see who gets a reply first and lets wee whos stickies….
I am thinking that the complaints on the threesome will weigh heavier, and stick tighter than the drival you stir up. I am impressed the rush woman dug up enough material to keep you busy for awhile.
Geez Barnyard…. your grammar is pathetic. You know, you can post anything you like on your little website…. the only reason anyone would ever visit your website to start with is to laugh at you. Go get your dress blues pressed. Moron……
Bob,
Did the complaint go in because you spent days at City Hall looking through all the old election files to find out any “dirt” you thought could be used in this election cycle to benefit your “chosen” candidate?
Eric,
You seem to just love stirring the pot and getting citizens riled up…I don’t think that you’re necessarily interested in “sharing” important news with the citizens as you are in “getting the fire going” and then sitting back to watch it happen. So sad.
Yes Sylvia, what you say is true but ain’t it fun. Also, occasionally funny things happen and they do, you know.
Wow this must be great advertisement for Bosshardt Realty what with Bobs now county wide search and destroy mission.
Or, is he going after Alachua business as a current formal representative of High Springs?
Would everyone just stop the bickering! I am grateful to Eric for his posts but the bickering is getting really tired! Let’s read it for what it is worth. Let’s not stoop to the level of Mr. Barnas. I frankly don’t know if it is possible to go that low. He will do what he will do, but remember, what goes around, comes around!!!!
I’m tired of the controlled narrative from the Commission down to their surrogates. I’ve read the report and, am really tired of them perpetuating negativity toward those who find the CURRENT destructive 3 problems no different than that which they deflect to. Difference is the Bickering is the DNA of the very ones who preside over everything now. Listen to the CRA meeting recently and, hear them in their glory. The mis representations are not only from Barnas. Sylvia chose to editorlize falsehoods about a former Sergent that was beaten nearly to death serving our city because, safety issues were brought up regarding dispatch. And, seems no problem with them spending all that tax money and, leaving the water (Not sewage) system vunerable for a good ole get even.I know a few well enough to know what it is. I don’t know who in their right mind would go on and on about fire trucks and remodel while leaving out the equation of the ill spending by the Barnas reign of terror that has left public servants close to or below a living wage. Today while admiring the fire building and truck to come,think how you would come out working in a life and death situation all while worrying how you are going to sustain your family on $8.00 +- an hour.Holding off on the dispatch would have saved that bleed on good city workers. Be sure and, thank the group that keeps on giving if you go. A stressed town and, one of the 3 Commissioners surrogates chose to file suit against the city on a cause that had no merrit. But, no mention about those wasted tax dollars.I may vent here but, you won’t hear me slamming hand and fist or gavel or voice like a child at a formal meeting.What goes around does indeed come around and, here it is and, I think it is as funny as it gets.
Money for fire station was a grant from a local family, Ms. Diane. A wunderful gift from a wonderful family. Get your information strait. It was given to the city around 5 year ago for a station renovation specically. Nothing else like bike racks or football tickets. Oh, maybe we should bring up the football tickets?
I have my facts and, know very well about the renovation donation. But, you keep on with your hogwash because, you are the greates asset to your own undoing of anything of worth to this town. Now go post some more potty mouth on your web page. I love the ever changing post and, potty mouth on your web page that show all the city (especially the church group you hoodwinked) just who you really are.
Barnas, I also have all the facts of your behavior and, manuvering in regards to the bike rack.Smart that you stopped yourself before you made that mistake in more than just dishonesty. Veiled threats don’t intimadte me one bit so, continue on with your web page and, I’ll buy another ream of paper to keep all those who don’t know you so well informed. Shall I tell you about an interesting conversation I had with a colleague today?
And, one last thought in re of the bike racks. I read on the blog that rants that High Springs does not have bicycles or those with enthusiasm for. I personally have used the racks. Just yesterday 30-50 riders passed by my house and, polled some have used the racks. We have a BMX (of I forget they attack that city draw as well). We have naturist that come into the area with bikes in tow. But, to the ones who perpetuates lies that we have no bikes, I will gladly give those town whinners that are branding us vindictive $1.34 each which is individually what their hateful opinion is worth.
Diane,
I have just recently read and really thought about what you are accusing me of, which to me, accuses me of being a liar. The question that I posed about Sargeant Hines (whom I consider not only a friend, but also a sister in Christ) was whether or not she followed protocol during the struggle that she had with a man that took her gun. Now, that was a question that was posed, not an accusation. Martha and I attend church together and if I did tell a lie, I would want to know that so that not only could I go and directly apologize to her, but also ask forgiveness from my Lord and Savior as I believe that we will all be held accountable one day for our sins. I would be more than happy to sit down with you and Martha to discuss this issue if you would so desire. Thanks.
I believe Martha wrote a response to your editorial where you called her a disgruntled employee. And, yes. I don’t believe you were being truthful. Even now because, I know you can (or use to) read well enough to know that my issue has nothing to do with city protocol. And, I know here does not for you either. But, if you want to talk about disgrubntled and, further back city history where you were involved we can. But, without your permission I would NEVER violate a so called sister in Christ like that. I think you are agenda driven and, not in a good way. Just like Barnas. To a very bad fault. You don’t owe me anything. I was just taking up for someone I love that you took a character swipe at in the Alachua County Today to further your agenda.I find that low of you to have done. And, it was a lie in my book. You have been twisting a lot. I’m not happy and,never will be but, Martha is a way better woman than I ever will be.
Let me clarify before the twisters jump on it. I’m VERY HAPPY as a whole. Just NOT HAPPY about this particualr personal attack on a former public servant.
WE CAN BOTH AGREE THAT MARTHA IS A WONDERFUL WOMAN. I THINK WE CAN ALSO AGREE THAT MEDIA DOES NOT ALWAYS REPORT LETTERS WITHOUT “REVAMPING” AND SOMETIMES ACTUALLY REWRITING STORIES WITHOUT THE WRITER’S KNOWLEDGE. SINCE MARTHA AND I SPEAK AND SEE EACH OTHER ALMOST EVERY SUNDAY, I WILL TRY AND SPEAK TO HER AS TO WHETHER SHE HAS TAKEN OFFENSE WITH ME AS YOU SEEM TO HAVE DONE. IF YOU HAVE, I’M TRULY SORRY AND DO APOLOGIZE. I, TOO, AM A HAPPY WOMAN WITH MYSELF. THANKS.
I’m happy that a perfectly legal grant for citizens was available in order for their homes to be rehabilitated. Afterall, we are all related in High Springs. I’m disgusted that Sylvia and, Bob Barnas chose to make dirty with it. What I have issue with is city land giveaways to developers and, as the kessler audit shows, freebies for a sign that mimmics official city emblem for them to get rich. Improvements are great but, those who do so from mostly personal gain all while disenfranchising a whole city are taken for what they are. Keeping someone in their home is worthy. Handouts to developers is just that. I’m also tired of my tax dollars supporting those favored by the current commission in business who get to abate paying taxes. If I can pay mine then they certainly can pay theirs.
Diane,
I certainly hope that you don’t think that I (although not a Commissioner) get out of paying taxes. Between our home and businesses, I pay about 13,000…a little much in these economic times. The sad thing, however, is that I get very little for it. The dirt road in front of our home (a scenic lane, I’m told) is more rough than a wash board and when it rains, you have to dodge the gullies.
By the way, we are (or should be family) in High Springs. When the vincas die back in front of City Hall that I planted (out of my own funding) I was thinking about some red and white peturnias that should carry us through spring…what do you think? Thanks.
I think it is evil intent alone that has the road at James Paul Park reopening. After all that work and, now the Ed Shupe blog has provided Leda avenue to gloat about it. No one there to go after though is there.
Bob Barnas responds on his web page as follows:”GOTTA MAKE A MOTION TO
RENAME JAMES PAUL PARK.
CALL IT VOLUNTEER PARK NOW”
And, I pick up trash in town and on the river and, have done so (except a toilet on the edge of the Lynch property by the HS sign I could not lift) as long as I have lived here but, who’s bragging.
There is an excellent post here explaining some of the very recent and, hastily done budgeting that drastically reduces the paving budget which those you support pushed through. Seems you will be getting to keep your address downtown for a overdone local and non 911 number to the tune of a lot more than just your road left un paved. I think it was clear enough that I was remarking to a recent tax abate issue that was taken up at a formal meeting.I think you will see far more worse if more of the same continues. Barnas is far too busy all over with much to do about nothing to actually be of any use to the city. And, any that may come in propping that up will prop the ridiculous up will be futher decay. Try as he may, he can not deflect the very low morale on the city or, the bleed to the staff away from himself.
I invite the readers of either persuasion in the High Springs arena to try the following objective analysis themselves.
Take the personnel costs for each department, and compare the previous year’s actual cost versus the budgeted cost. Under the budgeted cost, you will see reduced costs as a result of actual salary or hours, health care ; or through outsourcing/reduction in force to reduce the city’s overhead to balance the budget. When I do the calculation, I get a net reduction of $220,435.
Now, what do these savings buy us?
Well, the increased cost to Dispatch in line item personnel costs is $147,225. So logically, a portion of the savings covered the increase in dispatch costs; and were not available, say, to Parks & Recreation,; or for road repair; or for promiting the city to attract new business. I will not discuss sewer and water here as they are subject to fee/ revenue adjustment up or down.
That leaves $73,210 in personnel savings to allocate.
An inspection of the budget shows that the E & O Insurance is jumping from $13,764 to $121,826. If my math is correct, the rest of the budget, other departments, etc., has to be reduced an additional $48,616 to cover the remainder of this increase for this cost item alone. If we add in the Dispatch line item costs of $22,312 and $128,000, and $39,200, totalling $189,512 in new overhead costs, we are having to cover an addtional $238,128. (Not included in the budget is a sinking fund; or some kind of accounting through depreciation/depletion, the future cost to replace the technology to run the dispatch due to obsolescance or use. Also, no E & O insurance is allocated to Dispatch)
Another way to express the result is this: using the city’s own budget, between the dispatch and the increase in E & O, the city has taken on an additional avoidable overhead expense of $444,799.
Theorectically, without those costs, the city could have maintanined the current compensation levels for the staff; and even accounting $109,000 for the CCC, the City would have had $115,364 in money left over, say, to be used to attract new business, increase the street maintenance or for some other resource enhancement, such as parks and recreation. For example, the paving program is dropping from $676,007 to $280,719, a net decrease of $395,288.Parks and Recreation lost it’s part time, contracted staff member.
Add to the uncertainty four areas of concern.
First, revenues are falling due to a continuous drop in ad velorum tax base of over 8.5% per year, with no sign of stablizing over the next two years due to short sales and times on the market ( check out the Corelogic AVM or the Wells Fargo mortgage site to generate comps for High springs using your own address).
Second, contingent liaiblities. The demand by TD Bank for repayment of the line of credit using the $200K worth of fees, other restrictive demands; and their demand for USDA to subordinate their lien to them – which, in my opinion, will not happen – is a mjor issue. We have a creditor who could further force a change to the budget. Also, considering the current pending law suits, the city has significant risk exposure. The contractual commitments made to contractors to expand the sewer system. All these pending contingent liaiblities, which, if this were the case of a private sector business, would be catastrophic.
Third, the up and down policy with regard to the sewer and water system is placing the ability to grow in peril; and subjecting it to censor by the State for environmental violations.(this is historically factual because the sewer was originally created to overcome a restriction on growth placed by the state due to high polutants in the Santa Fe River).
Fourth, the unknown whether the City could attract investment or funding due to line two above. What happens if a storm does major damage? How would the City fund a major clean up?
For the above reason and as a result of my analysis, I am deeply concerned for the City.
We are all concerned for the City and for the
embarassment the commission majority has
created for it.
Early voted today with others. Very fast moving line at Millhopper Library. 10 minutes. Mr. Williams. NO on High Springs Amendment. Can’t imagine the further demise if Bob Barnas becomes “acting” mayor.
Bob Barnas you are a horrible person.
Sewer Facts
Bob Barnas’s web site belittles Mr. Williams and uses a quote unfairly to discredit Mr. Williams.
The $69.00 quoted by Bryan Williams is the amount stated in the threesome’s chosen engineering firm’s capacity report on page 75. The threesome’s own math teacher’s email to Dean Davis on April 6th, 2012 states that the monthly sewer rate should be $75.00 (taking into account debt service, expenses & renovations).
The threesome also voted down a rate increase after taking office last year – so the city managed the sewer for free last year and this year. All the citizens paid for the sewer because of this and the water enterprise fund gave more money last year and this year to the sewer because of the threesome’s mis-management of the city’s budget.
There are 3 types of capacity:
Flow capacity – which we are not approaching in the near future and what the Threesome used as an excuse to stop going forward with the Sewer phases so that their small group will not have to hook up.
• Unless vacancy decreases and the 100-200 homes that are vacant come back online and then we will be approaching the point that the DEP will want us to show movement towards a 2nd tank
Promised capacity – which is promised to developers
• Signed developers agreements that if we are telling everyone that we have plenty of capacity – then
o Why aren’t we allowing the developers to bring new homes out of the ground
We would have to reimburse them for impact fees because of these agreements regarding infrastructure
They are using the limited amount of impact fees to try to negotiate the Regions Bank bridge loan so there will no impact fees in the fund
o The developers have the right to see fruition of their investments and this would add users to the system
• Redundancy of capacity which is needed in order to repair/replace and maintain the original tank which is nearing the point that the inside of the tank will need to be re-sealed – if we don’t have the 2nd tank, we will have to rent a “packaged tank” at a tremendous cost due to the cost of bringing it to the site, setting it up and switching over to the rental tank and then back to our tank.
The City and its residents need to be aware that if we cannot provide this redundancy for the sewer plant and we have a breakdown or cannot do the renovations – the State will take over our plant and whatever the costs would be to repair and bring the system back to optimal working condition – will be borne by the current users on the system.
Anyone that has a line in front of their home will have to hook up immediately and they will bear the full cost of hooking up.
Septic tank permits are becoming more difficult to obtain and the State is trying to limit their use and their impact on the karst… if any or all of the current laws/statues that are being discussed at the state and county level come into being – we will be required to put all small lots and small acreage on the sewer system.
The City and the residents can make the decision now to do this on their terms with the best plan or be forced to do so by the State, DEP, EPA and USDA.
If you’re on the Sewer you should be voting for Bryan Williams so that the system is put back on track and everyone comes on the system to bring the system up to capacity and it can be renovated and new development can start and you won’t have to bear the full cost of renovation and repairs required by the DEP
If you’re not on the system, you should vote for Bryan Williams, so that you won’t have to pay thousands of dollars to hook up when the DEP requires everyone to hook up per our own ordinances.
The newer grinder pumps are lasting longer and we are seeing less repairs since the residents are being educated about the pumps and there is a log being required of the utility plant to log all repairs and call outs. The call outs have dropped to less than half in the last 6 months.
I find it quite interesting that you put on your website the alleged confrontation with Larry Travis. Seems to some that you have issues with the athletic types. Maybe because you were beaten regularly for your lunch money as a child?
In any case Larry is a great guy and no amount of sour grapes from you will detract from his character.
I wonder if BOSSHARDT REALTY is aware of the caliber of person they have working for them? What with you being a Vice Mayor and all powerful…. you seem to love causing trouble and being in the spotlight.
I guess I wouldn’t be surprised to see you driving a pickup truck jacked up 5 feet high and trailing pseudo testicles attached to the bumper…lol Small character compensating with big toys….
“Quotes of the day from Larry Travis to Bob Barnas at the Ground Breaking for the Fire Station.
“Your an Asshole”, and “at least I have friends”. Really Larry, how many did you have last election? 269. I had 471. ”
It would seem Bob Barnas has issues with the definition of “friends”. Bob, they don’t count if you PAY them to vote for ya….. idot!
So Larry realizes that you are an anal cavity with character flaws…. he should charge you for counseling.
Hey Paul, Lets try not to bring Bobs potty mouth over here. But, since you did, I don’t know why Bob Barnas is so upset with being called an a &*() if he was. I really don’t believe a word from Barnas’ mouth and, he would be surprised at how many more feel as I do. His mathmatician Robyn Rush has called him that before and, theoritically he should be use to it since it is the endearment from his own. I personally and,some time ago saw the e-mail where she did. lol lol lol lol
Diane, agreed. He seems to think we are a Hate Blog. I prefer to think of us as citizens presenting facts. I think he has the two words mixed up. He “hates” “facts”. So when he uses the word “hate” just substitute it with FACT. We are a FACT blog.
I have to wonder if BOSSHARDT REALTY thinks that way. If Bob Barnas were trying to sell me real estate I would have to use a BobBarnas dictionary just to keep abreast of his twisted logic and thinking. Also I would wonder what he would post about me behind my back after he got my money…..
Really, High Springs deserves better representation than this.
It is reminiscent of a 70′s TV series which I will go into on my next blog. All I can say now is BB is probably being fitted for a small white suit and cowboy hat. And of course lifts for his snakeskin boots.
What does he really have against the sewer project anyway? Is he in cahoots with septic tank builders? Who would prefer a tank over a sewer system? You know what they say, BOB….A good FLUSH always beats a FULL HOUSE!!
Eric, Could you bring Lucies post forward and front? It is kind of hidden under the “about eric may section”.
Mr. Williams represents everything good about High Springs. He connects with more community than any. Vote for Bryan Williams and, end the insanity.
Robin Rush blasted my dad for accepting a perfectly legal $250 donation from a High Springs business owner (whom she said wasn’t a citizen and that she had a problem with this) during the special election in April (on FriendsPost) and now her husband breaks the law and accepts $1000 from a non High Springs citizen. hahaha. It’s funny and sad at the same time. Their hypocrisy know no bounds.
We sure think highly of your Dad the Commissioner. I have heard several business owners that have been here and, paid taxes most thier lives to the benefit of the City as residents and, now just as a business wish they could vote. It is only fair that their voice is heard in some way and, supporting a campaign is how it is. But, yes, hypocracy at it’s best. I’m glad my family got to thank your Dad personally for his service. I think he gets lots of thanks from many.
Thank you for the kind words Diane. One thing my dad is is genuine. It’s sad to see such a wonderful city made a mockery of by a small group of individuals with an agenda.
“Who drive the smurf blue vehicle and throws the bird or middle digit finger when you drive by?
Here’s a clue…DP. Got the license number so I need to confirm some information.
Will get back on this one..could be good.” TAKEN FROM BOB BARNAS WEBSITE
HMMMM…. Boss Hog aka Bob Barnas at it again? Will he have Roscoe P. Coletrain run that tag for him? Seems like that would be illegal under current Florida statutes…. unless Boss Hog was a duly sworn peace officer…. oh…duh I forgot… Boss Hog does what he wants when he wants to whomever he wants… cause he is Boss Hog. I wonder if thats how he does bidness down at BOSSHARDT REALTY?
You are funny SP. I was just recently telling a story from a very long time ago to an elderly native HS lady. Her relative was being taunted by bullies because, he had a speech impediment. They were displaying the middle finger / giving him the bird to him. I was a very small child and, could not understand what he was saying back to the bulllies but, I ran home for help and, told my Mom to come help “—” that someone had shot his bird. Bullies wear a brand. Did we ever imagine that a vice mayor of our town would be one?
Not just Florida Statue but, a larger Federal Law as well. I intend to verify with our city tag agency as well as our police department if these public trust were provided to the the vice mayor. I’ll also be addressing the new commission concerning as well.
Gee – the only blue smurf car I know of in the City is owned by Robyn Rush – maybe she’s even figured out how bad Bob is!
Also, Bosshardt Realty is a wonderful company who I can say without a doubt was unaware of a certain agents behavior. When my father was bedridden and, it was hard for me to be employeed with a company and, I was having to maintain as an independent, this company showed me compassion beyond and, helped me in a difficult time. Even knowing other stuff that a dis honest person was trying to present me as. I have huge respect especially for an Attorney that was part of the staff there. Sometimes good companies have bad people.
Seems like Boss Hog had a rather dismal day in court…. maybe his favorite amendment will not stand or pass muster. Poor Boss Hog…..I hope he finds time to reflect on the nature of his activities as they affect High Springs. We deserve better representation than this….. it’s actually a tad embarrassing…. Pretty soon High Springs will become a county wide joke if this isn’t reversed. Maybe if he stopped consuming so much alcohol he would see things more clearly. There are “programs” out there, Boss Hog. Seek counsel.
I agree. Another screen shot worth saving. Anyone else find it a wee bit fraudulent what Bob Barnas is doing toward the group that formed in High Springs? What he has on his web page is the same as a face book page that was created to confuse supporters. Same name just dropped the “s” in citizen. I’m not a member but, I have donated money to them as a way of showing support for the principles they encourage and, actions they have taken so far. I don’t think Bosshardt realty would like to know that promotes them may have simular buiness principles. Especially since he carries on about business and, government acting simular. Bob Barnas, in his official capacity as vice mayor is without any doubt to any, even those who hide behind him, a real bully. And, on another instance, reading an editorial in the Alachua County Today could possibly be explanation as to how Bob Barnas aquired a tax # of a citizen. If in fact he did. Which it sure does go with how he bullies. The way he said he got it is certainly a big fat lie. Our city is toxic and, full corrupt doings.
I am truly mortified by the way in which most of you here go down to the sewer level and speak to each other this way! This is exactly what makes the other cities that hug our borders laugh at this city. Look at your posts! all of you! Look at the trash you have written! It is truly trash! The fact is that since Jim Drumm came to this town, all that is left is a shell of what used to be. Like it or not, he started the downfall and it has only progressed to where we are today. In my humble opinion, Byrom Williams should have a limit to how many times he can sit on the comission because he isn’t effective except for doing what he is told and when he shows up for a meeting, he should stay awake for all of it. Sorry folks but that it what I have seen when coming to the meetings. And just how old are you folks really? you all are entertaining the people in nearby cities who come here and want to get a chuckle from how ridiculous all of you sound! and thanks Eric May, your true age is shining through to let this go on and on.
noneya, why are you posting if you don’t like the site? Why don’t you start you own blog? Can’t figure it out? Ever heard of the word “hypocrisy”? You just took the cake for the stupidest comment on in this thread. My suggestions: 1) Learn how to write before you post a comment that looks like it was composed by a 7 year old… or 2) Go play in traffic. I’m 37 years old. You?
Actually ‘Braid’ you are correct, I should have checked my spelling but I suppose I let me emotions guide my fingertips. It is obvious that I struck a nerve Brad. Good, thats exactly what I intended. Yes, it is true, the bordering cities do come here to get a laugh. And btw, I came here for information not knowing what I would find. I hadn’t come to this blog before. What I found was insulting, condescending and from what I see, hypocrisy. So Brad, how many years or months have you lived in High Springs? Well, you were about 6 when I moved here. Believe me, I didn’t find anything worth reading when it came to the facts. This blog is full of insulting garbage. 37 huh? well, I would have thought more in the line of 21 or less. Enough said….
Typical… It is ok for you to take a shot at Eric May but Heaven forbid anyone sling your crap back at you. Hypocrisy. There are 13 insulting comments in your post directed toward the town, commissioner, past employees and citizens in general. Seriously, go get a dictionary and look up hypocrisy. I lived in High Springs from birth to 17. Was away for school and military but High Springs has always been home. Came back to the area in 2003. I doubt you can weigh your right to call High Springs home against mine. You are correct about the blog being full of insulting comments. So? If you feel insulted, seek life elsewhere. Lastly, what makes you think that you get to say “Enough said”? I think Eric reserves that right… Now, post some more dribble… I rather enjoy this.
Noneya: “I hadn’t come to this blog before.”
lol lol lol
There is only one village idiot that wags the dog this badly.