This race is getting funnier by the minute. According to my sources, Les Z has either dropped out or been forced out. This leaves Mike V with no running mate.
A trial balloon for Mary Berry has been floated. Seriously. You can't make this stuff up. The door is now opened for a victory by Brad Littlefield, both in the primary and in Nov. If you really want reform and spending cut you finally have a choice.
I heard Zampino dropped out last week. I wasn't sure if it was true or not. Guess it was.
At least there are other choices out there now. eg.Littlefield and Viscusi.
Then there is Vellano. First she was a dem. Then she changed to a rep. (which she still legally is until the november election by the way). And then she'll be a con. Make up my mind...please!
As far as Judy Dago....she is just a retread who should call it a day! I guess Vellano is following in Judy Dago's footsteps. Party jumping!!! Too funny! IMHO
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
CONSERVATIVE CANDIDATE TO PRIMARY FOR SCHENECTADY COUNTY LEGISLATURE
Brad Littlefield, life-long Conservative, vows fiscal conservatism with 0% tax increase pledge and government fiscal restraint.
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Citing Schenectady County’s placement among the Top 10 counties nationwide having the highest property taxes, Conservative candidate for County Legislature Brad Littlefield called for restraint in government spending and pledged to oppose any budget or legislation that will result in an increase to the tax levy during his first two years in office. In out years, Littlefield proposed a property tax cap at or below the rate of inflation.
Littlefield expressed his concern that the oppressive tax burden has resulted in reduced property valuations, the exodus of residents and businesses to surrounding counties and states, and the resulting high property vacancy rates in some neighborhoods.
“The residents of Schenectady County have been forced to reduce their spending in response to this economic downturn. The county government must exhibit the same responsible behavior by postponing or canceling discretionary projects, consolidating services, reducing layers of government, and auditing government programs to identify and eliminate waste, fraud and inefficiency”, Littlefield said.
In his first run for political office, Littlefield acknowledged that the path to election will require considerable effort and a motivated voter base. He stated his belief that the residents of District 4 of Schenectady County, which includes the towns of Duanesburg, Princetown, and Rotterdam are seeking a candidate who will challenge the establishment and restore integrity, ethics, openness and accountability to government. Littlefield is running without the endorsement of either of the major political parties.
Littlefield asserts that to enhance the standard of living of county residents, County Legislators must act to attract businesses offering high paying and permanent career opportunities to the county. This will require the development and retention of a skilled and educated workforce, inter-governmental cooperation with the leaders of the municipalities in which these businesses will establish operations and a reduction in property taxes.
“When elected, I will be forced to make difficult choices. I will base my decisions on what is in the best interests of my constituents. This will begin with my 0% tax increase pledge.”
There is only one guy IN OFFICE that has been living up to that pledge for years from what I understand - ZERO PERCENT PROPERTY TAX INCREASES! Good for you Brad, we need some more with the same mindset.
"While Foreign Terrorists were plotting to murder and maim using homemade bombs in Boston, Democrap officials in Washington DC, Albany and here were busy watching ME and other law abiding American Citizens who are gun owners and taxpayers, in an effort to blame the nation's lack of security on US so that they could have a political scapegoat."
There is only one guy IN OFFICE that has been living up to that pledge for years from what I understand - ZERO PERCENT PROPERTY TAX INCREASES! Good for you Brad, we need some more with the same mindset.
Suharada was the guy. But now he is supporting a tax paid ambulance in Rotterdam. Which I and others do not agree with.
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
Maybe he supports an independent local ambulance service that will become free of political control and will provide full coverage with the other private sector service backing it up. Maybe he knows that if there is an incident in the city where 10 ambulances are called in for multiple victims, there couldn't possibly be enough ambulances for Rotterdam residents who need one IF the local service gets disbanded. But if a guy can vote against every property tax increase, mortgage tax, sales tax, cell phone tax, arts grants, Gillette house, library scam, Big House scam, Kosiur job, PR man job, events planner job, multiple clerks, metroplex appointment for Death Ray, DSS Taj Mahal , then maybe you give the guy a chance to SEE what he does since he is the only guy in the county to ever vote against all that stuff...maybe the proven results might count for something, enough that you give him the faith of support considering he is the only tried in true conservative on that body, maybe in 30 years.
But if you disagree on the some of the finer points, and would rather throw out all of his other views and him because he wants full ambulance coverage and is willing to pay 30K for it as general fund line, then sure, take your chances on an unknown democrat or "no change Bob." Just don't give me any tips on horses this August at the track. I don't like your odds.
"While Foreign Terrorists were plotting to murder and maim using homemade bombs in Boston, Democrap officials in Washington DC, Albany and here were busy watching ME and other law abiding American Citizens who are gun owners and taxpayers, in an effort to blame the nation's lack of security on US so that they could have a political scapegoat."
Maybe he supports an independent local ambulance service that will become free of political control and will provide full coverage with the other private sector service backing it up. Maybe he knows that if there is an incident in the city where 10 ambulances are called in for multiple victims, there couldn't possibly be enough ambulances for Rotterdam residents who need one IF the local service gets disbanded. But if a guy can vote against every property tax increase, mortgage tax, sales tax, cell phone tax, arts grants, Gillette house, library scam, Big House scam, Kosiur job, PR man job, events planner job, multiple clerks, metroplex appointment for Death Ray, DSS Taj Mahal , then maybe you give the guy a chance to SEE what he does since he is the only guy in the county to ever vote against all that stuff...maybe the proven results might count for something, enough that you give him the faith of support considering he is the only tried in true conservative on that body, maybe in 30 years.
But if you disagree on the some of the finer points, and would rather throw out all of his other views and him because he wants full ambulance coverage and is willing to pay 30K for it as general fund line, then sure, take your chances on an unknown democrat or "no change Bob." Just don't give me any tips on horses this August at the track. I don't like your odds.
Some points GB:
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Maybe he knows that if there is an incident in the city where 10 ambulances are called in for multiple victims, there couldn't possibly be enough ambulances for Rotterdam residents who need one IF the local service gets disbanded.
Spokesman for Mohawk Ambulance Services Chris Bombardier said the first proposal would provide one dedicated ambulance to the town at no cost. Bombardier said the town’s call volumes only necessitate having one dedicated ambulance within the town, but Rotterdam officials and residents have expressed the desire for two.
But if a guy can vote against every property tax increase, mortgage tax, sales tax, cell phone tax, arts grants, Gillette house, library scam, Big House scam, Kosiur job, PR man job, events planner job, multiple clerks, metroplex appointment for Death Ray, DSS Taj Mahal
Maybe you missed it - but we're ALL applauding his work on these matters. ALL of us. I don't think there's one person, rep/cons/dem/lib that can say Suhrada was wrong on these issues. The residents respect him - mainly for his stance on these, and other, additional issues which you didn't outline. What some of us are having a hard time understanding is why, after all that work, he caved and supported a taxpayer funded ambulance - $30k this year, probably more in the future. He tried to save us money with each of the proposals you outlined, yet now wants to support a NEW tax. I don't care if it's $1/yr - I want the best for me and my family.
I know there's pitfalls with Mohawk - as well as a fear of the unknown - and fear that we'll give up something that would be damn hard to get back in the future, if we need to. But I can't think of any scenario that would force us against a wall that we'd need to impose a tax on already overburdened taxpayers and have a govt based ambulance (that needs tax/funding).
I've known Joe for a lot of years - I don't think I can remember one political stand he's taken that I've disagreed with. I admire his tenacity, knowledge of history and determination more than any other local politician, person - dare I say, friend. I just have to disagree with him on this one.
Thanks just my 2cents. Now, to get back on topic ... Nice Press Release Brad - Good luck!
Maybe he supports an independent local ambulance service that will become free of political control and will provide full coverage with the other private sector service backing it up.
Now EVERYONE knows that ain't gonna happen. It IS political. And it IS and WILL BE a tax increase on the rotterdam residents. It will grown into another taxed base beast!!!! When, in fact, Mohawk wouldn't have cost Rotterdam a dime. But we can thank Tommasone for this one. He promised monies to the REMS until the end of this year.
And yes...back on topic....very nice press release.
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
This race is getting funnier by the minute. According to my sources, Les Z has either dropped out or been forced out. This leaves Mike V with no running mate. 
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