[Mpls] Linda Higgins: Tear Down This (your) Wall/ Diversity Good/Practice It/Shegadelic

Keith says: Dave Shegstad, whom I do not know, appears open and forthright enough about his political outlook to take it to the "street" and shop it around to audiences of divergent outlook. He is, apparently, not shy about sharing his opinions with those who might possibly disagree with one,

Re: [Mpls] SHEGSTAD...glbt issues?

Gina Writes: > And lets call Shegstad and see how he feels on GLBT issueswould he > feel one way one day...one way another day...do I hear the word "flip > flop"?? If you really want to know, why don't you do as you suggest, and call him? If anyone has any questions about Dave, just call and a

Re: [Mpls] R-E-S-P-E-C-T

On Tuesday, August 9, 2005, at 11:04 PM, Robert Lilligren wrote: For me, all candidates in our municipal elections are worthy of respect regardless of their viability. These are our friends and neighbors who have stepped forward and taken risks. They've put themselves out there because the

[Mpls] R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Dorie Rae Gallagher writes: Anyone who has tossed their hat into the ring and paid the money should be respected as a viable candidate... RL: I would like to edit Ms. Gallagher's fine statement to read, "Anyone who has tossed their hat into the ring and paid the money should be respected" PERIOD.

[Mpls] In Ballot Box: Hodges Confident in Race Against Park Board Prez

In Ballot Box: Hodges Confident in Race Against Park Board Prez; also Colvin Roy and the stormwater controversy Go to: and click on "Ballot Box" -- Craig Cox Founder/Editor The Minneapolis Observer www.mplsobserver.com 612/721-0285 Support the independent media! P

Re: [Mpls] (no subject)

Dan happens to be a very nice person and has had a business in this area for years. He has brought stability to an area that has had it's ups and downs. He has brought a service to those of us who have needed fencing. He has maintained a business that is run on honest hard work. He has been very i

[Mpls] mprb meeting minutes

Earlier today, someone mustered up the energy to create & post meeting minutes for the 8/3 meeting- which is a step in the right direction. Absent from the official record are commissioners' votes (except when roll is called). http://minneapolisparks.org/documents/meetings/minutes/uploaded08-0

Re: [Mpls] RE: Mayoral Candidate Don Johnson....

>From the Don Johnson for mayor website: "Building ever more hi-rise housing is going to bring more congestion, crowding and pollution and encourage more immigration into our city." "But, of course, foot and bicycle are better ways to move about the city. We should be encouraging or reward

[Mpls] [Bloomington] July/August issue of the Watchdog News available online

Hi Everyone, I finally have the latest copy of the Watchdog on the web site. At the moment it's a 12MB PDF file, but we hope to be able to reduce the file size for any of you that have not joined the high-bandwidth bandwagon. Please contact me if you cannot deal with this big version. The new web

[Mpls] Council to Consider Protecting Neighborhood Funds

Council to Consider Protecting Neighborhood Funds City Council president Paul Ostrow on Tuesday waded into the turbulent waters of Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) politics to clarify what he said is the city's murky handling of neighborhood organization revenues. Go to:

[Mpls] (no subject)

Dan quipped "Setting aside the fact that Dave Shegstad has never held public office, asking neighbors, "What has Dave Shegstad done for you?" would reveal some pretty interesting stories. He's pretty tight-lipped about such things, but I've heard some stories from his brother, such as the elderly

Re: [Mpls] (no subject)

Gina quipped: > I doubt it will be a very spirited race...but Dan, you can dream if you > want. > But lets ask the neighbors, what has Shegstad done for us?? Setting aside the fact that Dave Shegstad has never held public office, asking neighbors, "What has Dave Shegstad done for you?" would revea

[Mpls] Don Johnson

Gary Hoover wrote: The Observer reports on Johnson's campaign: The Don Johnson mayoral campaign continues to churn out material. The latest salvo promises that a Johnson administration would "reduce taxes, pollution and greenhouse gasses and build renewable energy with state and federal fund

[Mpls] RE: Mayoral Candidate Don Johnson....

Mayoral candidate Don Johnson had a table and was handing out flyers at Lynnhurst Park at the Neighborhood Festival the other night, along with other candidates for Mayor and City Council. I guess Don Johnson is spending about a thousand bucks on his campaign. How much are other Mayoral Candid

[Mpls] DeLaSalle Alumni

Madeline Douglass said: Jim Bernstein said: "There are a number of alternatives available for De La Salle if it wishes to have its own stadium" What ARE the alternatives? We've discussed astroturf and two closed roads and "a stadium" or having DeLaSalle continue what they've done in the past.

Re: [Mpls] Nicollet Island - Closing Another Street?

I phoned MPRB today, and was informed by Judd Rietkerk, Director Of Planning, that East Island Ave. would not be closed by the proposed DeLasalle project. Originally, I was confused as to exactly which portions of which streets would be closed. So, I emailed Commissioner Mason, and she forwar

Re: [Mpls] Pawlenty Scolds Minneapolis on DWI Memo - What a hypocrit

I agree with Connie Nompelis that people should express issues with the governor, but in the case of crime in Minneapolis the Governor only needs to pick up a newspaper or watch the news to know that there is a crime, drug and gang problem in Minneapolis. It is his responsibility to know what

[Mpls] 8th ward candidate fora?

Perhaps it's just that it's summer, or maybe I've passed too many times on reading posts. But I'm in the dark about upcoming pre-primary candidate fora for our crowded 8th ward ballot. I had a chance to listen to the candidates last spring in the SW Journal/SS Pride forum, but came away withou

Re: [Mpls] Pawlenty Scolds Minneapolis on DWI Memo - What a hypocrit

The problems I hear being discussed strike me as *Minneapolis* problems... that is not to say that the Governor shouldn't be involved, but let me ask this: how many have actually contacted the Governor about their concerns in the neighborhood or in the city? Any takers? Minnesota is a pretty

Re: [Mpls] DeLaSalle Alumni

Jim Bernstein said: "There are a number of alternatives available for De La Salle if it wishes to have its own stadium" What ARE the alternatives? We've discussed astroturf and two closed roads and "a stadium" or having DeLaSalle continue what they've done in the past... or busing the kids to

[Mpls] DeLasalle and process issues

In my mind this whole controversy over DeLaSalle boils down to process and management. If we look back on what has happened so far, we can see that it was not only poorly planned and executed, but was manhandled by the Park Board. At the core of the Park Boards problems is the lack of control

Re: [Mpls] "viable" Savage, Ward 10

Harry, also had people stand up for him after his first speech. If he was in 12..I would vote for him since I favor someone who can speak their mind, have a bit of color and takes a stand on issues...no secrets there! I believe he would be a hard worker; he is as bright as any in office today a

Re: [Mpls] Pawlenty Scolds Minneapolis on DWI Memo - What a hypocrit

Atta girl Barb.. Remember this without crime we would be able to downsize the police department and the number of judges hearing criminal cases. I'll bet there are no drug dealers or gang-related shooting outside our judges front doors. I was told by a female sergeant that the criminal

[Mpls] Church & State?

I really feel icky responding to this. Like I've been dragged in the mud. But this is really sad. I think this is a red herring, and perhaps even a bit of a canard. I was there. Patrick Scully only asked about an abortion rights rally. He never mentioned any sort of GLBT event or concerns.

Re: [Mpls] Pawlenty Scolds Minneapolis on DWI Memo - What a hypocrit

I am outraged that Governor Pawlenty has never seen fit to using the media to complain far and loud about how the Hennepin County Judges routinely abdicate from the minimum required sentencing guidelines established by the State of Minnesota when they are dealing with violent criminals and inner

[Mpls] Pawlenty Scolds Minneapolis on DWI Memo

Governor Pawlenty is none to happy with a city memo that suggests lenient treatment of DWI offenders. The story with the Pawlenty sound bite was on WCCO-TV this evening. Here is a quote from a story on the CCO web site at wcco.com. "In an internal memo obtained by WCCO-TV, a top city attor

[Mpls] A Savage Strib article

Anybody who wishes to see how "viable" Harry Savage's campaign is, or any other 10th Ward candidate's campaign, should go to the Uptown area DFL meetup at Gigi's Cafe (36th Street and Bryant) at 7 P.M. Many, if not most, of the 10th Ward candidates will probably be there to speak with residents.

RE: [Mpls] A Savage Strib article

Re: The post below: I can assure you that Rochelle Olson was at the city convention, because I was with her (and other newsies) until the bitter, protracted end. I can't speak to the ward convention, but the implication here is that Rochelle doesn't understand city politics or attend city events

[Mpls] Neighbors Working With Neighbors

Join us to help create a stronger community in working together to keep our neighborhoods safe, and peaceful. We also would like you to thank Pastor Curtis, and members of his congregation, who put themselves out there all summer on Saturdays with barbeques. It is a safer corner when they are out

[Mpls] Re: Mpls Digest, Vol 20, Issue 19 Re: Nicollet Island

Let me add a few comments on the separation of Church and State issue. This is from a conversation that Patrick Scully (An Island resident and the force behind Patrick's Cabaret) had with Brother Michael Collins (principal of DeLaSalle). Remember this is supposed to be a public space, under the ul

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

Crazy! The law says that corporations or LLCs cant put up a sign to advocate on behalf of a candidate. My read of the statute leads me to believe that sole proprietors can still put up signs. But the law also OKs taking city money, putting out a Ward 9 (or City) "Newsletter" with your pictu

[Mpls] "viable" Savage, Ward 10

"but this article made them seem like viable candidates." How is any Ward Ten candidate more "viable" than Mr. Savage? Harry has been doing a lot of door knocking and leaflet-dropping in the Ward. His leaflets/flyers come out against the ballpark and against the "condo-ization" of the Ward,

[Mpls] Re: Shegstad sought endorsement of all 4 major parties?

Dan McGrath stated: "Dave Shegstad is, as mentioned, endorsed by the 5th CD Republicans. He sought the endorsement of all 4 major political parties in Minneapolis, which includes the Republicans, the DFL, the Greens, and the Independence Party." I have to wonder just what he did to 'seek end

[Mpls] SHEGSTAD...glbt issues?

And lets call Shegstad and see how he feels on GLBT issueswould he feel one way one day...one way another day...do I hear the word "flip flop"?? G.Palandri 9th Ward and very happy with my current councilperson. -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/mail/ REMIN

[Mpls] A Savage Strib article

I was very disappointed in the article below. There was no mention of the boos that Harry garnered from the 10th Ward Caucus. Nor was there mention of how few votes he received at either event. This article clearly wasn't written by someone that was neither at the City Convention nor at the War

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

I have a feeling that even if people challenged yard signs in businesses that they could go to court and win. It seems to me that it would end up being a violation of free speech... even if it is a corporation. I'm no expert... I just have a feeling that's how it would end up. Matthew Philip

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

Ouch. I meant, "don't care if THEY'RE caught red-handed. This from an English user. Andy Driscoll Saint Paul > From: Andy Driscoll <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Barbara is absolutely correct. Most retail businesses are sole > proprietorships or partnerships, neither of which fall under the corporate >

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

Barbara is absolutely correct. Most retail businesses are sole proprietorships or partnerships, neither of which fall under the corporate rubric for purposes of campaign finance regulation. Retailers who allow campaign signs in their windows are more likely single owners who have an ax to grind and

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

Barbara Lickness wrote: I have stated once before and will state again, not all commercial sites in a neighborhood are owned or operated by "corporations". ] Who cares? It would cost a blue fortune to police the stupid signs, the city has one guy assigned to signs, signs don't vote, and unti

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

I have stated once before and will state again, not all commercial sites in a neighborhood are owned or operated by "corporations". I will ask again "Does this law apply to sole proprietorships"? Could someone on this list with a law degree determine what businesses fall within Subdivision 211B.15?

Re: [Mpls] 9th Ward Signs

Corporations may have the right of free speech, but they do not get to vote and should not have undue influence on the rights of those who do. For those interested, Minnesota Statues further clarifies the signage issue below: 211B.15 Subd. 11. * Messages on premises.* It is not a violation

Re: [Mpls] DeLaSalle Alumni

On Tue, August 9, 2005 9:58 am, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: > Wizard: > > I'm going to stop posting on this...after I respond to your comment :) > Neither side is going to change their position, and I've just become too > frustrated with those opposed to building the field changing their tactics > and

[Mpls] Shegstad Endorsements

While I did not participate in the Green Party endorsement process (hopefully someone who did will back me up), I disagree with the characterization that Dave Bicking "beat Shegstad to the application" as though the GP will endorse anyone. In fact, I can't imagine the 5CDGP endorsing someone who's

Re: [Mpls] DeLaSalle Alumni

Pat Bohn wrote: As a Northsider, I might add that the school board members didn't vote to close schools that any of their children attend or the schools in the neighborhoods where most of them live. > [...] what school board members shouldn't do is somehow make those schools and neighborhoo

[Mpls] Shegstad sought endorsement of all 4 major parties?

Dan McGrath stated: "Dave Shegstad is, as mentioned, endorsed by the 5th CD Republicans. He sought the endorsement of all 4 major political parties in Minneapolis, which includes the Republicans, the DFL, the Greens, and the Independence Party." This is a curious statement. Does Mr. Shegstad (whom

[Mpls] Nicollet Island "priveleged" residents

J. Free wrote: I've heard this point raised by a few different posters here, and I wonder what I'm missing. I have several friends who reside on the Island, and it never occurred to me that they were in any way, any more "privileged", than anyone else who exercises a modicum of social respon

Re: [Mpls] Re: Nicollet Island Part Three

Fredric Markus wrote: During the heyday of milling expansion, Franklin Steele attempted a flour mill whose millrace tunnel construction led to a collapse of the limestone riverbed and a thirty-year effort by the Army Corp of Engineers to stabilize St. Anthony Falls. Now, Fred, yer brain cell

Re: [Mpls] DeLaSalle Alumni

Wizard: I'm going to stop posting on this...after I respond to your comment :) Neither side is going to change their position, and I've just become too frustrated with those opposed to building the field changing their tactics and arguments daily from: (1) its bad for the island and the park sh

[Mpls] (no subject)

I still ask; which was never answered, all that was explained is a spin the bottle of what endorsement a republican should get, in the 9th ward?? what has Dave Shegstad done for anyone in 9th ward?? And I can count, theres not hundreds of signs Gina Palandri 9th ward -- Using Opera's revo

Re: [Mpls] Stewart/Mpls

Mayoral Candidate Don Johnson gives creative proposals on his website: http://donjohnsonmayor.org/ The Observer reports on Johnson's campaign: The Don Johnson mayoral campaign continues to churn out material. The latest salvo promises that a Johnson administration would "reduce taxes, pollutio

Re: [Mpls] Nicollet Island Part Four

Robert Lilligren wrote to Mpls Issues a while back describing how he likes to stop by Nicollet Island as a place of spiritual substance. Well he might, given his Native American heritage. I don't think it's accidental, parenthetically, that religious folks of a contemplative bent built an edifice t

Re:[Mpls] Re: Nicollet Island Part Three

There's an element of "location envy" that's been in the Nicollet Island residential mix for longer than even De LaSalle can assert. Col. King had his mansion where De LaSalle now stands and cared for his prize livestock where we now enjoy the Farmstead Rose Garden, perhaps arriving via "King's Hig