[bagboy]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

I will be intersted to see how many of those who are protesting the settlement show up at the District 5 meeting on Friday and express thier views.... Or maybe the POA could sue and waste another $350,000 of our money.

I am waiting for the online news report if there will be one. And I think you touched on a topic that will be a new thread with who knows how many posts.

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Chi-Town

A long time ago in a thread far, far away I thought I read that a settlement was made, and that prosecution was no longer an option.

You are quite correct. An offer was made and accepted. The offer contained that the responsible parties could remain anonymous and the district would not press charges. Some cannot accept the fact that this has occured. The only place this battle rages on is in this forum.

We will never know the "who" and the amount repaid. All we know from the published report in the DS was the amount was north of $25,000.

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

You are quite correct. An offer was made and accepted. The offer contained that the responsible parties could remain anonymous and the district would not press charges. Some cannot accept the fact that this has occured. The only place this battle rages on is in this forum.

We will never know the "who" and the amount repaid. All we know from the published report in the DS was the amount was north of $25,000.

Thanks Mieeja for the recap. Beating a dead horse must be agenda driven for some.

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

You are quite correct. An offer was made and accepted. The offer contained that the responsible parties could remain anonymous and the district would not press charges. Some cannot accept the fact that this has occured. The only place this battle rages on is in this forum.

We will never know the "who" and the amount repaid. All we know from the published report in the DS was the amount was north of $25,000.

If this is correct, CDD5 owes a public explanation of the total costs suffered by citizens and the amount paid in settlement. Anything less will perpetuate the speculation that there is "something rotten in Denmark"

Even with the disclosure , the smell may persist.

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Challenger

If this is correct, CDD5 owes a public explanation of the total costs suffered by citizens and the amount paid in settlement. Anything less will perpetuate the speculation that there is "something rotten in Denmark"

Even with the disclosure , the smell may persist.

I have copied the minutes on this topic from the July District 5 Board Meeting. They are available on-line for those who doubt.

"THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS: Old Business Status Update
Ms. Tutt advised there were no items to be addressed under Old Business.
Vice Chairman Kadow referred to the cutting of the trees in the Bridgeport of Lake Miona Shore conservation area and suggested that the Board consider waiving prosecution of any individual(s), if full restitution for remediation costs is received. Ms. Tutt advised she had a previous discussion with Vice Chairman Kadow and has inquired with the State Attorney�s Office regarding the suggestion not to prosecute and was advised that if the victim, the District, is not interested in moving forward with prosecution, that there would be no movement on the State Attorney�s part to proceed with prosecution.
Chairman Martin inquired about the likelihood of receiving full restitution. Vice Chairman Kadow stated he believes the possibility of receiving restitution is good.
Supervisor Wildzunas requested clarification of the proposal being presented. Ms. Tutt advised the suggestion made by Vice Chairman Kadow was that if restitution was made that prosecution of the individual(s) not occur.
Supervisor Knoll inquired if the Board chose to approve waiving prosecution, would the existing investigation be closed by the Sumter County Sheriff�s Office (SCSO). Ms. Tutt advised at this point, there have been no leads on the case.
Supervisor Ferlisi stated because the remediation was paid through the Project Wide fund would this Board have the option to pursue or not pursue. Ms. Tutt advised that District 5 is the owner of the property and would be the �victim� in this case.
Mr. Wartinbee advised the District received notification from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) that the remediation has been completed. At that point, there has been no statement regarding future monitoring.
On MOTION by Gary Kadow, seconded by Chuck Wildzunas, with all in favor, the Board approved waiving prosecution should individual(s) come forward with full restitution to date, based on Staff analysis."

You arguement is not with me... The next District 5 Meeting is Friday.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by Challenger

My guess is that most of us who are posting would settle for a simple accounting of all costs incured by the CDDs and total "reimbursement" of the those costs along with public disclosure of the names of those responsible for the "cutting".

Hardly seems like mob action.

If the cutters had come forward earlier, paid the fine and mitigation costs, and apologised, these issues would now be largely forgotten. They have chosen to do otherwise and now the "Piper's price is growing.

Now the "Friends" are incurring legal costs which would grow substantially if this festers into a criminal prosecution outcome

Sounds like a lot of wishful thinking. It's over!

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

. Or maybe the POA could sue and waste another $350,000 of our money.

The POA doesn't have access to "our money".

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

You are quite correct. An offer was made and accepted. The offer contained that the responsible parties could remain anonymous and the district would not press charges. Some cannot accept the fact that this has occured. The only place this battle rages on is in this forum.

We will never know the "who" and the amount repaid. All we know from the published report in the DS was the amount was north of $25,000.

Good summary.

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

I have copied the minutes on this topic from the July District 5 Board Meeting. They are available on-line for those who doubt.

"THIRD ORDER OF BUSINESS: Old Business Status Update
Ms. Tutt advised there were no items to be addressed under Old Business.
Vice Chairman Kadow referred to the cutting of the trees in the Bridgeport of Lake Miona Shore conservation area and suggested that the Board consider waiving prosecution of any individual(s), if full restitution for remediation costs is received. Ms. Tutt advised she had a previous discussion with Vice Chairman Kadow and has inquired with the State Attorney’s Office regarding the suggestion not to prosecute and was advised that if the victim, the District, is not interested in moving forward with prosecution, that there would be no movement on the State Attorney’s part to proceed with prosecution.
Chairman Martin inquired about the likelihood of receiving full restitution. Vice Chairman Kadow stated he believes the possibility of receiving restitution is good.
Supervisor Wildzunas requested clarification of the proposal being presented. Ms. Tutt advised the suggestion made by Vice Chairman Kadow was that if restitution was made that prosecution of the individual(s) not occur.
Supervisor Knoll inquired if the Board chose to approve waiving prosecution, would the existing investigation be closed by the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO). Ms. Tutt advised at this point, there have been no leads on the case.
Supervisor Ferlisi stated because the remediation was paid through the Project Wide fund would this Board have the option to pursue or not pursue. Ms. Tutt advised that District 5 is the owner of the property and would be the “victim” in this case.
Mr. Wartinbee advised the District received notification from the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) that the remediation has been completed. At that point, there has been no statement regarding future monitoring.
On MOTION by Gary Kadow, seconded by Chuck Wildzunas, with all in favor, the Board approved waiving prosecution should individual(s) come forward with full restitution to date, based on Staff analysis."

You arguement is not with me... The next District 5 Meeting is Friday.

Very, very interesting...Could one interpret this as "friends taking care of friends" considering possibly close relations among the parties involved on both sides of the situation?

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

The POA doesn't have access to "our money".

I was making reference to the article on the front page of todya's DS. "Class-Action Lawsuit Diswmissed With Prejudice" I am sure this will be thourghly discussed in another thread....

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by manaboutown

Very, very interesting...Could one interpret this as "friends taking care of friends" considering possibly close relations among the parties involved on both sides of the situation?

Funny how the screenshot is different. I guess incestuous is synonymous. [emoji6]

[billethkid]

As I have been saying since day one the behavior of the what I call the lettered administrators would suggest a not so clear definition of the "who" for very obvious reasons.

Just my opinion.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by outlaw

This is starting to remind me of the "villagers" marching as a mob through the town center towards the house where the alleged witch lived, yanking her out of her house and carrying her to her death.

A small number of posters will not rest until the public shaming is completed!
Their logic is beyond comprehension.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Challenger

My guess is that most of us who are posting would settle for a simple accounting of all costs incured by the CDDs and total "reimbursement" of the those costs along with public disclosure of the names of those responsible for the "cutting".

Hardly seems like mob action.

If the cutters had come forward earlier, paid the fine and mitigation costs, and apologised, these issues would now be largely forgotten. They have chosen to do otherwise and now the "Piper's price is growing.

Now the "Friends" are incurring legal costs which would grow substantially if this festers into a criminal prosecution outcome

The beat goes on.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Challenger

If this is correct, CDD5 owes a public explanation of the total costs suffered by citizens and the amount paid in settlement. Anything less will perpetuate the speculation that there is "something rotten in Denmark"

Even with the disclosure , the smell may persist.

Go to their next meeting and ask. And tell them the things you been posting on here. That would take a little courage........