[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

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

You have to re read the article in today's Daily Sun. They wasted our $ by forcing the lawsuit and those $ were the districts legal defense costs.

[Bogie Shooter]

[QUOTE=manaboutown;1101872]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?[/QUOTE/////

[billethkid]

Me thinks this merry go round has a repititious destination.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by billethkid

Me thinks this merry go round has a repititious destination.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

You have to re read the article in today's Daily Sun. They wasted our $ by forcing the lawsuit and those $ were the districts legal defense costs.

I absolutely agree.

[bagboy]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

You have to re read the article in today's Daily Sun. They wasted our $ by forcing the lawsuit and those $ were the districts legal defense costs.

The amount of wasted Villagers money with this dismissed lawsuit is 7 times the cost of fines/restoration in the tree cutting incident. The lawsuit seems to have been initiated by a CDD 5 supervisor and the POA. Its so easy to spend and sue when it's not their money. It wasn't long ago that I thought the POA was a good "check and balance" tool for the common Villager. I do not think that anymore.
The surface has only been scratched with respect to CDD supervisors spending Villagers money recklessly. The supervisors should be held legally and financially accountable for their decisions with respect to district funds. And the POA and their board are neither the heroes they think they are, or a Villagers friend.

[Cedwards38]

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.

Thank you. This information is helpful.

Who were the individual(s) who came forward?

[Cedwards38]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

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

A small number of posters will not rest until the demand for justice is hushed.
Their logic is beyond comprehension.

[Challenger]

DUI gets punishment and name published in local media
People making love in public places - ditto
Restaurants with very minor health violations- name listed in paper

However, it is to be considered a "pound of flesh" and mob action when citizens ask that the perpetrator of a premeditated crime costing the commuity thousands be outed.
Why are some so bothered by an arrogant bad actor being shamed.

This was all caused by his selfish act and then further compounded by not comming forth to take ownership of his actions for over 9 months.

[manaboutown]

And it was a felony!

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Challenger

DUI gets punishment and name published in local media
People making love in public places - ditto
Restaurants with very minor health violations- name listed in paper

However, it is to be considered a "pound of flesh" and mob action when citizens ask that the perpetrator of a premeditated crime costing the commuity thousands be outed.
Why are some so bothered by an arrogant bad actor being shamed.

This was all caused by his selfish act and then further compounded by not comming forth to take ownership of his actions for over 9 months.

In each of the cases listed an arrest was made. In the tree cutting no one has been arrested. Are the names of "potential" offenders supposed to be made public? Lynch mob mentality.....

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by Mleeja

In each of the cases listed an arrest was made. In the tree cutting no one has been arrested. Are the names of "potential" offenders supposed to be made public? Lynch mob mentality.....

Not asking that the names be disclosed at this time , only that we keep pressing until the perp is identified. Some have dubbed this effort for "light " to be like a mob act and described the intentions for those seeking justice as wanting a pound of flesh.

I do not favor amnesty in this case, but if granted it should include full restitution. (all costs suffered by the combined CDDs) and the disclosure of the name. What if the guilty parties are government officials or candidates or others weilding authority in the community. We have a right to know.

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Challenger

Not asking that the names be disclosed at this time , only that we keep pressing until the perp is identified. Some have dubbed this effort for "light " to be like a mob act and described the intentions for those seeking justice as wanting a pound of flesh.

I do not favor amnesty in this case, but if granted it should include full restitution. (all costs suffered by the combined CDDs) and the disclosure of the name. What if the guilty parties are government officials or candidates or others weilding authority in the community. We have a right to know.

So I'll see you at the District 5 Meeting on Friday morning expressing you concerns with the district supervisors?

[Cedwards38]

Searching TOTV, I found four different threads relative to this tree cutting issue. The total number of views from all four combined is 64,149 as of today. Regardless of your opinions on the issue, there certainly seems to be a lot of interest!

[Mleeja]

Originally Posted by Cedwards38

Searching TOTV, I found four different threads relative to this tree cutting issue. The total number of views from all four combined is 64,149 as of today. Regardless of your opinions on the issue, there certainly seems to be a lot of interest!

One thing we can agree on is that this topic has taken on a life of its own. I fear it will continue to rage on long after it is settled by District 5.