jnotar, I disagree with your view of Mr.Mertz. Some seem to question his motives. His motives are clearly not due to an alter ego. Remember that Mr. Mertz is not a homegrown and has no historic personal loyalties to anyone or thing in Rotterdam. I find this refreshing! I personally believe that Mr. Mertz is a positive addition to the Rotterdam town board. He b rings an objective thread to the town board. I am persoanally satisfied with the board that we
However, the residents also have a responsibility and that is to watch the elected officials closely and keep their feet to the fire.
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I dont know Mr.Mertz personally but, I cannot defend his character either for good or bad.....he is an elected official, always under the scrutiny of the public microscope....
they shall be known by their fruit.....
...you are a product of your environment, your environment is a product of your priorities, your priorities are a product of you......
The replacement of morality and conscience with law produces a deadly paradox.
STOP BEING GOOD DEMOCRATS---STOP BEING GOOD REPUBLICANS--START BEING GOOD AMERICANS
Many of the things that Mr Mertz has wanted to do for the benefit of the residents plagued with water problems have been stymied by the town attorney. He truly wants to help the town of Rotterdam if they will just let him do it.
Many of the things that Mr Mertz has wanted to do for the benefit of the residents plagued with water problems have been stymied by the town attorney. He truly wants to help the town of Rotterdam if they will just let him do it.
I absolutely agree!!!
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Mr. Mertz and I don't always agree but when it comes to our drainage problem, his efforts have reflected genuine concern. Sure, he's had a few missteps but I respect the passion he brings to the things that concern him.
Mr. Mertz and I don't always agree but when it comes to our drainage problem, his efforts have reflected genuine concern. Sure, he's had a few missteps but I respect the passion he brings to the things that concern him.
I agree, and I must say, nobody is going to be perfect on all subjects, however, you have to go with whoever shows the concern and not only gives it lip service, but is actually trying to get something done is exactly what you need. I think Mr. Mertz is doing a good job at least trying.
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Please let me apologize for my prolonged absence, as I truly enjoy perusing the comments on this site. I must say that this site is more enjoyable to read; the recent discussions have taken a notable turn toward an academic nature, rather than the past name calling and unflattering banter.
Michael, your passion will make you a formidable opponent for any office. I too believe that if the elected officials are doing a disservice to those who put them in office, then they should be replaced.
I read your comments rejecting a major party and they make sense. I can see that your focus is not really on doing things the conventional way, but making change. Change can be very good, but the law of unintended consequences may be more damaging in the long run. As Mr. Littlefield has pointed out, playing the role of spoiler can produce results that could even disappoint you. It seems to me that all the parties are struggling to find quality candidates, so why try and reinvent the wheel when you may be in the position to dictate your own terms?
What is confusing me is why the political parties have not reached out to you? Didn’t the Rotterdam Republicans actually endorse a registered Democrat? That seems a little unorthodox to me.
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