Have you been watching the growing numbers of Americans protesting our national economic problems? I am so excited by what they are doing for all of us.
What can we do in our little part of this great nation? How can we contribute? One thing we can all do next Tue, 8 Nov 2011, is to change our elected officials. They don't own these seats and they are not unbeatable. Some of those running do not live here and therefore they are not as interested in Tunica County as real Tunica County residents.
As Bill Clinton once said...We need to throw the bums out.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Candidates Financial Reporting
Today, I went to the Courthouse to review the Candidates Financial Reports. It is scary to realize that one week from today, we will have elected some of these candidates to public office. I mean, really...how can we trust you with the Tunica coffers if you can't even fill out a simple report?
Examples:
1. One candidate reported $800 in contributions and $800 in expenses. What's wrong with this? Where is the Distribution part of the report? This particular candidate had to have spent more then $800 in printing.
2. Another candidate listed contributions but no expenses. So, did the T-shirts and printing in the Tunica Times just materialize? Or maybe you don't know how to fill out a report? Maybe you think you own your office and can't be bothered with such small details? And why aren't any of your contributions "from around here"?
3. An ex-candidate...that is one who lost his seat in the August Primary...received $1200 after the 2 Aug 2011 Primary. That might be okay but where are the expenses?
Other reports were just a mess. It looked to me like these candidate didn't have a clear picture of money coming in and going out. Don't get me wrong, some reports were just fine.
And it's not just what is in a single report that needs to be explored. What one has to do is look at all of the reports, get the big picture and see what might make you say "huh?"
For instance, one Supervisor made a $1000.00 contribution, through his business, to the Circuit Clerk's campaign and the Sheriff's campaign. Then you see that this Supervisor's opponent works for the Sheriff. There is probably not anything wrong with this in the State of MS but it sure does give me pause.
Examples:
1. One candidate reported $800 in contributions and $800 in expenses. What's wrong with this? Where is the Distribution part of the report? This particular candidate had to have spent more then $800 in printing.
2. Another candidate listed contributions but no expenses. So, did the T-shirts and printing in the Tunica Times just materialize? Or maybe you don't know how to fill out a report? Maybe you think you own your office and can't be bothered with such small details? And why aren't any of your contributions "from around here"?
3. An ex-candidate...that is one who lost his seat in the August Primary...received $1200 after the 2 Aug 2011 Primary. That might be okay but where are the expenses?
Other reports were just a mess. It looked to me like these candidate didn't have a clear picture of money coming in and going out. Don't get me wrong, some reports were just fine.
And it's not just what is in a single report that needs to be explored. What one has to do is look at all of the reports, get the big picture and see what might make you say "huh?"
For instance, one Supervisor made a $1000.00 contribution, through his business, to the Circuit Clerk's campaign and the Sheriff's campaign. Then you see that this Supervisor's opponent works for the Sheriff. There is probably not anything wrong with this in the State of MS but it sure does give me pause.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Another reason to have evening BOS meetings...
Just got a phone call about what went on at the 31 Oct 2011 Board of Supervisors' meeting. Haven't had time to check it out yet but from what I was told during the phone call, it was really quite a show.
This is one thing I do know for sure. Board of Supervisors' meetings should be held in the evening so more Tunicans can see what is going on.
This is one thing I do know for sure. Board of Supervisors' meetings should be held in the evening so more Tunicans can see what is going on.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
It's time for a change...
Let's all get serious about moving our county forward.
Are you concerned about what is going on in Memphis, TN or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
Are you concerned about what is going on in Senatobia, MS or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
Are you concerned about what is going on in Coldwater, MS or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
If you are like me, I'm more concerned about Tunica County, MS because Tunica County, MS is where I live.
Candidates are really no different then you or me. We are all more concerned about what is happening where we live.
The DEC didn't do the citizens of Tunica County any favors when they certified candidates to run for office without verifying residency. Excuses like..we don't have time...we don't have the resources...are just that...excuses for not doing what is right.
So, it is time for a change in Tunica County. It is time for new elected officials and it is time for a new Democratic Executive Committee. Some of us are just not buying your song and dance.
Are you concerned about what is going on in Memphis, TN or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
Are you concerned about what is going on in Senatobia, MS or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
Are you concerned about what is going on in Coldwater, MS or are you more concerned about what is going on here in Tunica County, MS?
If you are like me, I'm more concerned about Tunica County, MS because Tunica County, MS is where I live.
Candidates are really no different then you or me. We are all more concerned about what is happening where we live.
The DEC didn't do the citizens of Tunica County any favors when they certified candidates to run for office without verifying residency. Excuses like..we don't have time...we don't have the resources...are just that...excuses for not doing what is right.
So, it is time for a change in Tunica County. It is time for new elected officials and it is time for a new Democratic Executive Committee. Some of us are just not buying your song and dance.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Training for Manufacturing Jobs
This information is being taken from the Tunica Times, 30 Sep 2011 Edition on pages 7 and 9. If you are not subscribing to the Tunica Times, you are missing out on your community news. Frankly, I don't know why anyone would not subscribe to their local newspaper. It's about caring what is going on in your community and figuring out what you can do to help make Tunica County better for yourself and everyone in the county.
The page 7 article is titled: "Schultz partners with NWCC for training"
"Area residents looking to gain the basic manufacturing skills needed to be considered for employment at emerging area industries are looking to Workforce Development at Northwest Mississippi Community College to provide the manufacturing basic skills (MBS) certificate program they need."
..."For more information about classes offered through Workforce Development at Northwest, contact Dwayne Casey at 662-562-3486 or dcasey@northwestms.edu."
According to this newspaper article, Schultz Xtruded Products LP is not the only manufacturing company needing employees in NW MS. In addition to Schultz there are the following two companies:
1. Solardigm in Olive Branch
2. Twin Creeks in Senatobia
So, this is the deal. If you are serious about starting a career at one of these facilities, go to the WIN-Job center to register. For starters, you must have a high school diploma or GED and pass a drug test. Then there is assessment testing and now this certificate program.
And while you are at it, subscribe to your local newspaper. It's the right thing to do for you and for your community.
The page 7 article is titled: "Schultz partners with NWCC for training"
"Area residents looking to gain the basic manufacturing skills needed to be considered for employment at emerging area industries are looking to Workforce Development at Northwest Mississippi Community College to provide the manufacturing basic skills (MBS) certificate program they need."
..."For more information about classes offered through Workforce Development at Northwest, contact Dwayne Casey at 662-562-3486 or dcasey@northwestms.edu."
According to this newspaper article, Schultz Xtruded Products LP is not the only manufacturing company needing employees in NW MS. In addition to Schultz there are the following two companies:
1. Solardigm in Olive Branch
2. Twin Creeks in Senatobia
So, this is the deal. If you are serious about starting a career at one of these facilities, go to the WIN-Job center to register. For starters, you must have a high school diploma or GED and pass a drug test. Then there is assessment testing and now this certificate program.
And while you are at it, subscribe to your local newspaper. It's the right thing to do for you and for your community.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Poll Manager Training
Tonight I dropped by the Courthouse to see what was going on with Poll Manager Training.
There didn't seem to be enough people there to fill the 36 spots needed. I counted 11 people who had signed up for our 8 Nov 2011 Election.
We need a minimum of 3 workers at each of our 12 Precincts. You have to be a resident of Tunica County and you have to be registered to vote in Tunica County. Anyone want to apply?
There didn't seem to be enough people there to fill the 36 spots needed. I counted 11 people who had signed up for our 8 Nov 2011 Election.
We need a minimum of 3 workers at each of our 12 Precincts. You have to be a resident of Tunica County and you have to be registered to vote in Tunica County. Anyone want to apply?
Monday, October 10, 2011
Time to get back to work....
I've been lazy long enough...time to get back to work.
Would first like to comment on the clean-up of the debris left at the cut-off by the flooding last spring. This is my understanding so if I have the facts wrong...just sing out.
Sometime last summer, the Tunica County Board of Supervisors voted to follow the FEMA guidelines for the handling of the clean-up. By following these guidelines, Tunica County would be reimbursed for 87% of their expenses regarding the same. The Road Department was charged with carrying out this project.
In Sep, the BOS discussed and discussed the fact that their directive was not being followed. Because the Road Department was not following FEMA guidelines as directed by the BOS, Tunica County was not going to be eligible to have 87% of their expenses for this clean-up paid for by the Federal Government.
What the heck is wrong with you guys? You gave a directive. It wasn't followed. Take the expense out of the Road Department budget and move on to the next subject.
Do this once and I bet you won't have to do it again.
Would first like to comment on the clean-up of the debris left at the cut-off by the flooding last spring. This is my understanding so if I have the facts wrong...just sing out.
Sometime last summer, the Tunica County Board of Supervisors voted to follow the FEMA guidelines for the handling of the clean-up. By following these guidelines, Tunica County would be reimbursed for 87% of their expenses regarding the same. The Road Department was charged with carrying out this project.
In Sep, the BOS discussed and discussed the fact that their directive was not being followed. Because the Road Department was not following FEMA guidelines as directed by the BOS, Tunica County was not going to be eligible to have 87% of their expenses for this clean-up paid for by the Federal Government.
What the heck is wrong with you guys? You gave a directive. It wasn't followed. Take the expense out of the Road Department budget and move on to the next subject.
Do this once and I bet you won't have to do it again.
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