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The following is a copy of an email I recently sent to the CAO of Ajax- Brian Skinner and the Director of Finance, Rob Ford. (more…)

I am happy with the results of course and I hope this blog added to some local election excitement

To those that feel we are being short changed by not having an MP on the governing side, it is not true. I have read research on the fact and it turns out we are probably better off because Mark is aggressive enough to fight for us. In order for an opposition MP to be effective he has to be strong and that is Mark Holland. We win by having an MP with experience. Had Rick won we would be starting off at the beginning again, would Mr. Johnson have a cabinet position? probably not. (more…)

The following is a copy of a note I typed in facebook and I tagged a lot of people to spread the comments I had to make.

Are the feelings toward outsiders expressed by Peter MacKay , Minister of Defence shared by Rick Johnson the local Conservative Candidate ? (more…)

I received an email today but I told the writer that it was too long and I would only post some exerpts in the post. Here is the document if you want to read the entire letter.

The theme of the story is Brian Johnson received a Rick Johnson Lawn sign that he never ordered. Brian is no relation to Rick Johnson.

The funny part is Rick Johnson’s office declared the sign being on his lawn a trick by Liberals and that they never placed the sign there in the first place. They have accused the Liberals of stealing conservative signs and moving them to other lawns.

Brian was in receipt of a letter that states if the lawn sign was not ordered to please contact the campaign office and they will remove it “right away” .

So this is what they are doing? putting signs on lawns — then will remove it if you really want them to. hmmm.

Let me add, this is a tactic from the municipal level , I know people who did it in a previous election. This won’t be tolerated at this level.

Here is the letter from Rick Johnson in an image file.

The following is some excerpts from the letter. (Chosen by me- remember I am biased) (more…)

I just saw this article online and it gives proof to an opinion I have voiced to some people.

Rick Johnson did not take a leave of absence to run in Federal Election, he said in an earlier article that he will continue to serve his local constituents and be able to fulfill his duties. His pay is going to charity but he did say he was going to work.

He was absent from the vote. If he had voted his motive is called into question.

He should be taking a leave of absence and leave Charity donations to the taxpayers of Pickering. Who get’s the tax receipt for his salary donation ? The City of Pickering or Rick Johnson ?

To those that think I am bias…. You are right. I am not a journalist so I can have opinions I am a Team Holland Member and I will do what I can to help send Mark back to Ottawa.

We are in an election now and even a Federal election will have local perspective.

What are the issues you feel are important ? Is this election even registering with you? I heard on the radio this morning that our leaders debate is scheduled at the same time as the Palin - Biden US VP debate. How dumb is that?

One thing I want to comment on, it seems that our government is moving to the model of the cell phone industry.
When you are a new customer to a mobile phone service provider you get all the savings and great deals, then ask what you get in a year as an existing customer! The mass amount of spending going on right now is just the same.

CBC says the excise tax on diesel will be removed if the Tories win, ok why not last year when the truckers were protesting around the world due to the high cost?

All comments will be approved as long as they adhere to my rules. I will not edit Conservative supporters opinions

In regards to the Green Leader and the debates, the party crossed a milestone in the last election, they qualified for Government funding so really Elizabeth should be allowed in. The Party is National in Scope. I understand not letting in every fringe party but if funding is obtained it should be granted debate status.

Read the linked to post about Steve Gilchrist - who is QM I wonder

I saw today in the Star our Mayor being quoted in the property tax story in Toronto Star, I will write more on that later.

Is our Mayor for the Airport since it is a —”driving force” to draw business. Is our environmental greenbelt Mayor wanting a polluting airport overhead?

Hasn’t the Mayor been all over the media lately?? hmmm makes one think, what is he up to? quite a few recent appearances on First Take Live, manages to get himself in the Toronto Star as being a quoted Mayor on issues. Using Council to make comments about higher levels of Government.

Could he be raising his profile for something???????

I seem to recall him reminding Ward 2 candidates to not use the Council chamber question period to campaign and there would be no tolerance for it.

Well he better remember that and practice what he preaches.

See why it is important to watch the local level? very very closely I will add! This could be perfect timing and no by-election needed for Mayor either , the next person could get the job just like he did— appointed then be the incumbent. Doesn’t anyone run for Mayor in this Town and win elections or do we just appoint everyone to be Mayor?

It is far easier to be re-elected when you were appointed to the job!

Here is a post on the Clarington Watchdog. Take the time to care. The regular people that are opposing it will be there but what is missing is just the average citizen that has read a few things in the news. The councillors really do not expect you to come out in droves, they expect the regular crew of activists and protesters, the environmental “wing nuts” they know how to deal with them as they have been dealing with them for months. They are viewed as the minority, the silent majority needs to be involved.

Residents, Educate yourself and ask Question. Mayor Parish asked about ICI and plans for this stream of garbage. I am waiting for answers on it also. I am going to try to go myself but I have to come from Mississauga from work so no promises but I will get a report on the outcome. (more…)

This post is in the Federal Section, I do not usually bring Federal issues into this blog but we are right next door to Pickering and it affects us as a region.

I am currently reading the Star online http://www.thestar.com/article/284885 and it is about the Chalk River issue, reader feedback and there are some references to the Pickering plant and a former Pickering Councillor giving their take. (more…)