Paul Ford Reports Again & Tuesday's Council Meeting

District 3 Councilman Paul Ford pinpoints a few of the faces behind a recent direct-mail piece and a YouTube video. Check this out:

[Source: PaulFordReports.com]

The YouTube video to which they are sent, like a previous YouTube Video, “District 3 Councilman Paul Ford Displays Lack of Civility” mentioned in the last “Pro-Dunc” editorial -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tK8-clKOdz8, a clip from the July 17, 2007 City Council meeting -- was uploaded by a person using the pseudonym “labrats10.” Who is “labrats10”? “labrats10" is the screen name of Larry Bratton, member of the Duncanville Independent School District Education Foundation and, like Glenn Repp, a top official in the Duncanville Rotary; check out this link: http://www.myspace.com/labrats10.

Ford also endorses fellow colleague Johnette Johnson in her District 5 race and Buck Werner over current Councilwoman Dorothy "Soiled, Bloodied Women's Underwear" Burton. Nothing prevents a sitting councilman or elected official (other than judges) from endorsing in races.

To read the entire update, visit PaulFordReports.com.


And here's the Tuesday agenda for the Duncanville City Council. This could or could not be the final public meeting for each of those incumbents, but we'll see.

[Click Here to Read the D'ville Council Agenda for Tuesday]

Question 1: On Agenda Item 6C, pertaining to a cooperative purchasing agreement with the City of Rowlett, isn't that the same city that just hired the former assistant DeSoto city manager? Hmm.

6C. Approval of Resolution No. 2009-050506 authorizing a cooperative purchasing agreement with the City of Rowlett.


Question 2: Is there a current transit service being provided to downtown Duncanville? There is now, if there wasn't before: 11C. Approval of Resolution No. 2009-050511 approving the Dallas County Improvement Program Project Supplement Agreement to the Master Agreement Governing Major Capital Transportation Improvement Projects for public transportation improvements to Main Street MCIP Project 41005 from Nance Street to Carder Street.


Question 3: Who owns the property at this address for a "paint grant?" 13C. Approval of an expenditure of 4B funds in the amount of $1,960.00 for a paint grant for property located at 202 E. Cherry Street.

Question 4: Someone please have their video cameras ready for this one:

16. Receive Councilmember Reports.

• Councilman Ford will discuss the new City Council policy and the importance to democracy of a free exchange of ideas; the $1,100,000 City budget deficit; the upcoming election; and reserves the right to discuss any other item on the posted agenda.

Another Ellis County Press Issue, More Burton/Smithey/Loop 9

The April 30, 2009 issue of The Ellis County Press is out, and on the front page and Page 3, there are Duncanville/Cedar Hill matters listed.

[Click Here to Read the Entire Issue Online - in PDF Format]

Page 3 is home to my Freedom of the Press column. Click here to read that column.

Duncanville City Employees Harass Sign Holders @ Library

When I fly into Dallas next week for some business related matters, I'll stand out in front of that Duncanville library with yard signs and we'll see if they ask me to leave.

I guarantee that'll be the biggest mistake that city employee ever makes...I'm waiting for our blood to be so boiled that these city officials start getting visited at home. I'd take 50 people with yard signs and picket this piece of crap's home (in front of it, on a sidewalk of course.)

Lawsuits won't work. We need about 50-75 citizens that are tired of this harassment fascism crap.

Duncanville, Texas is still in the United States of America, last I checked.

Greetings All:
Did you know that a friend of mine is helping with Buck's campaign at the library by standing and holding one of his signs and she was told that she would have to leave the area? According to Greg Contreras, an employee of City of Duncanville Code Compliance her sign was too big. Mr. Contreras did not take the time to measure the sign but he did take the time to get out of his car on his way to work and forced my friend Marie to remove the sign and told her to leave the area. Now where we do have a city codes and we did comply with those codes, he had no authority to bully this young lady. Today, when she went back and we convinced Marie to continue helping us, Mr. Conteras returned and measured the sign and told Marie she was ok but could only hold the sign up no higher than three feet off the ground. In this day and age when we are able to get folks to help us, especially young folks and for them to have to endure such behavior is plain wrong. In addition to this, Marie was heckled by two ladies screaming and taking photos of her and asking "how much is he paying you to do that"? With her reply that she is a volunteer. One of the ladies that Marie described was a fair skin black female with short red hair and hazel brown eyes, my, my that description certainly fits someone we all know. When Buck went in to vote yesterday he was told by the election officials to remove his Dallas County Reserve Medical Corp badge that had his name on it and get this he was the only voter in the room at that time and was told if he did not remove the badge he would not be allowed to vote. Well it is official folks it does not get any sillier than some folks. All in all it would be greatly appreciated if you would email to all of your friends and family to get them out to vote for Buck Werner for City Council At Large - Duncanville. Because one still has to ask themselves, why are there people still trying to stop Buck Werner?

Thanks.
Cindy Werner

Note: Cindy Werner is a member of the Duncanville ISD school board. He faces Dorothy "Planted Soiled, Bloodied Underwear" Burton for the May 9 race for city council at large.

Those election judges were wrong. Nothing says you can't wear a nametag. You can't electioneer, or wear campaign paraphernalia.

Someone find out who was working at the polls today. Their reputations are now mine.

Duncanville Candidate Forum Coverage in Today Newspapers

Readers, there's a feature at the end of this article that allows users to submit opinions and editorials. I can't believe no one called Burton out on her past record...



Duncanville candidates speak

By BETHANY BERRY
Wednesday, April 29, 2009 12:22 PM CDT

Today Staff

Duncanville City Council Chambers was a packed house April 23 for the Candidates Forum hosted by the Duncanville Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Residents had the opportunity to meet with candidates vying for seats on the Duncanville School Board and the Duncanville City Council.

Moderated by Dr. Jim Tilger, each candidate was given three minutes to provide an opening statement, one minute to address each question and one and a half minutes for a closing statement. Unopposed candidates, Councilman Ken Weaver of District 1 and Place 7 boardmember Dr. Deborah Harris, were given the opportunity to provide statements, but declined to address the public.

Timothy Miles, candidate for Duncanville School Board Place 6, announced his concern for the district's long-term debt. He said his 15 years experience as a restaurant manager has prepared him for leadership, where as a boardmember he will serve as the “eyes and ears” of the taxpayers and his “watchful eyes” will assist in solving the population growth dilemma.

Miles stated that not only will he be a great leader he will serve as a “fiscal watchdog.”

“We are heading in very historic times,” he said regarding the district's debt, adding that he has been “thinking outside the box.” He mentioned that win or lose, he plans to discuss with Superintendent Alfred Ray his ideas about how the energy plan and stimulus bill will produce solar wind power. He added the time has come for a “reexamination of the school tax exemptions afforded the church.”

Incumbent Dorothy Wolverton said her experience serving as boardmember along with community involvement makes her a qualified candidate for Place 6 and believes she has a “feel for what the community wants.”

Wolverton, who served the last three years as board president, said there are concerns the district should be focused on including the continuous changing of technology, effective use of taxpayers' dollars, improvements in better education and other goals all “require teamwork.”

“We have that team in place along with Superintendent Alfred Ray,” she said adding the current board has been successful because not only do they work well together, but they care about keeping children first.

Wolverton mentioned concerns about the district's dropout rate and her anxiety for school funding saying the district receives less money than Coppell ISD, whose district is the same size as Duncanville, Cedar Hill and DeSoto ISDs.

Vying for the District 3 seat are Paul Ford and Anthony Skinner, both who have prior experience serving on the city council.

In his opening statement, Skinner, who served on the council from 2005-07 and a Duncanville resident for more than 30 years, said while serving on the council, he was able to build a “workable and powerful relationship” between councilmembers, city staff and the citizens of District 3.

He commented on his achievements saying not only did he help build a major hotel and expand the community theater, he also brought tax revenue to the city, assist in cutting property taxes all of which relieved tax burdens of citizens.

Ford, a Duncanville resident for more than 15 years, mentioned during his statement that he has been “dedicated to the people” by his votes against wasteful spending and in banning red light cameras. He said his work to create an “openness and transparency” in the city government is something he has promised and delivered to the citizens of Duncanville.

Ford said that if re-elected, he would push for Duncanville to be a low crime, low tax, effectively run suburban city, returning it to the “basic principles of city government.”

“Those principles are city governments that live within its means,” he said. “Efficient city services to live in and a city leadership dedicated to doing what's best for the people it's selected to serve.”

Both expressed agreement regarding the expansion of local businesses to increase the city's economic growth, with Skinner stating the city must “aggressively pursue” businesses to fill the empty spaces, something he pushed for during his term. Ford retorted saying local businesses are the “core and backbone” of the community.

Ford also mentioned his concern that too much time and taxpayer money has been spent on “pie in the sky” ventures such as the retail spaces and condominiums.

Johnette Jameson, who is being challenged by Gerald Hill for the District 5 seat, mentioned her achievements as councilmember, working to remove graffiti and her successful negotiation of the I-20 service roads.

“I've continued to increase my knowledge and improve my understanding to better serve my community,” she said, and said she has been able to do her accomplishments by keeping an open dialogue. “I support economic development in Duncanville along with the requirements of an acceptable return on your tax dollars.”

Years working for AT&T have prepared her for the role of directing large groups of people, Jameson said. She said she has developed relations with state representatives, senators and councilmembers of other cities, creating open lines of communication.

Hill said he understands the concerns of District 5 residents and will fight for their voice to be heard. His background of leadership in running a small business qualifies him to be councilmember. He said the city must use the assets it has successfully and not spend what it doesn't have and also find ways to entice new residents into Duncanville.

He said he has walked the neighborhoods of District 5 and talked with people who are afraid of losing their “motive life in a unique area.”

Both candidates believed cooperation between the other Best Southwest cities is successful and the relationship can always be strengthened. Jameson mentioned the Logistics Hub that could bring in 60,000 jobs to the area. Hill added the Tri-City Animal Shelter along with local police and fire departments is proof of the unity between the BSW, saying “sharing is the only way.”

While Buck Werner was unable to attend the forum to protest his qualifications as Councilmember At-Large, his presence was made with representative from his campaign present, issuing out flyers and pamphlets.

Dorothy Burton said the election race is about the citizens and the future of the city. She asked audience members to look around the room and see the face of someone who might be affected by job loss or an economic crisis, saying “daunting days are ahead” as we are faced with “unforeseen challenges in our lifetime.”

She said that while serving as councilmember at-large for the last six years she has put “people above politics,” adding a leader is someone who has been tested and comes out tried and true.

Burton stated that regardless of the economic issues, “a house divided cannot stand,” adding the city must work closely “hand in hand.”

She closed her statement saying throughout her campaigning process, she has “focused on the positive.”

“We may be a little bruised,” she said, “but one thing we know about champions is that we know how to get back up again.”

The forum concluded with Tilger thanking each candidate for participating and a reminder that early voting runs through May 5. Election Day takes place May 9.

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Councilwoman Dorothy Burton: 'This is Above My Pay Grade' on Illegal Aliens

In The Dallas Morning News city council questionnaire, Duncanville Mayor Pro-Tem Dorothy Burton, already in heat over planting two pairs of soiled, bloodied women's underwear of an ex-co worker in an office - a stunt she was fired over - during her days at Dallas Area Rapid Transit - answered a question on illegal immigration with a now-famous requote of our president:

DMN: Some cities have taken an aggressive stance against illegal immigration. What changes in local laws, if any, should your city adopt to address this issue?

Dorothy Burton: This is above my paygrade. Not ducking the issue at all, but in my opinion, this is and always has been a federal government issue, not a municipal one.

By doing the stunt with the women's underwear, I'm guessing she wasn't paid very much at DART either. So, is this what it meant when former Duncanville Mayor Glenn Repp reportedly told a former councilman at Starbucks one day that Burton was "going black on us [Pro-Dunc PAC]?"

Letter Writing Campaign | We Don't Have Much Time

Readers, we need to enact a flush of letters to the editor about Dorothy Burton's past record at DART, and we don't have much time left.

It will only take a few minutes of your time, but by having multiple letters from various taxpayers in The Ellis County Press or Today Newspaper, the psychological effect could be worth it.

To send a letter to the editor, e-mail the 300-word maximum editorial to: press@elliscountypress.com.


If anyone needs help writing or editing a letter, contact me directly: joeydauben@hotmail.com