Post your question(s) for any of the candidates below. The Cocklebur plans to email a selected set of questions to the candidates. The questions also may be eligible for use in the May 18 candidate forum organized by the Anderson Independent-Mail and WRIX-FM.
All questions for all races should be posted here. Please make sure you identify the candidates the questions are directed to.
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Questions for candidates
Nick,
I want to ask all Anderson County Council Candidates the following questions:
1. How can you raise the level of cooperation between the Council and the Administration to the next level, so both can work as a team to improve our community?
2. Do you support the 1 cent sales tax increase to upgrade our roads and bridges?
3. Do you believe that legal consultations between attorneys and the Administration should remain private?
4. Do you believe in open prayers in Council meetings?
5. Do you support an increase in millage to improve the county’s services?
6. Do you believe in county’s financial support of nonprofit organizations that work with county’s departments? Examples: the Sheriff’s Office, the Solicitors’ Office.
7. Do you believe in the expansion of “Adult Entertainment” business in our community?
8. What would you do to curb gang activities in our community?
9. Do you approve of the use of “lobbyists” to negotiate with State and Federal entities on our behalf?
10. How can we tell “the story” of our County to our community and other communities more affectively?
11. Do we need to improve zoning and rezoning guidelines and how?
12. How can we balance our need for economic and residential developments with the rights and wishes of neighborhoods and communities?
I want to ask all Anderson County Council Candidates the following questions:
1. How can you raise the level of cooperation between the Council and the Administration to the next level, so both can work as a team to improve our community?
2. Do you support the 1 cent sales tax increase to upgrade our roads and bridges?
3. Do you believe that legal consultations between attorneys and the Administration should remain private?
4. Do you believe in open prayers in Council meetings?
5. Do you support an increase in millage to improve the county’s services?
6. Do you believe in county’s financial support of nonprofit organizations that work with county’s departments? Examples: the Sheriff’s Office, the Solicitors’ Office.
7. Do you believe in the expansion of “Adult Entertainment” business in our community?
8. What would you do to curb gang activities in our community?
9. Do you approve of the use of “lobbyists” to negotiate with State and Federal entities on our behalf?
10. How can we tell “the story” of our County to our community and other communities more affectively?
11. Do we need to improve zoning and rezoning guidelines and how?
12. How can we balance our need for economic and residential developments with the rights and wishes of neighborhoods and communities?
Nick,
In addition to the list of questions I submitted earlier for the Anderson County Council Candidates, I also need to know the following biographical information:
• What district they live in and for how long. Also, How long have they lived in Anderson County.
• Educational background.
• Work experience.
• Political experience.
• Affiliations with civic groups, nonprofit organizations, and religious institutions.
• Family status.
• How to contact him/her
In addition to the list of questions I submitted earlier for the Anderson County Council Candidates, I also need to know the following biographical information:
• What district they live in and for how long. Also, How long have they lived in Anderson County.
• Educational background.
• Work experience.
• Political experience.
• Affiliations with civic groups, nonprofit organizations, and religious institutions.
• Family status.
• How to contact him/her
In response to overwhelming demend, as well as my own self interest, I think this newly reheated issue of dual water rates should be raised, Nick.
I would particularly like to know when we might expect the County attorney's opinion (i.e. brfore or after election day ).
PAPPY, the cynic
I would particularly like to know when we might expect the County attorney's opinion (i.e. brfore or after election day ).
PAPPY, the cynic
Quite a bit of criticism of the council members involves their election last time of Democrat Gracie Floyd as the chairperson.
I would like to know why she was elected? I feel sure there was a reason. I realize that Mr. Greer could not succeed himself. Were the others not willing to serve as chairman? Was it considered a non-partisan issue? This is a serious matter to some, so I would like to know the reasons why. I feel there may be a logical reason which would be useful to share.
I would like to know why she was elected? I feel sure there was a reason. I realize that Mr. Greer could not succeed himself. Were the others not willing to serve as chairman? Was it considered a non-partisan issue? This is a serious matter to some, so I would like to know the reasons why. I feel there may be a logical reason which would be useful to share.
Allow me more specific water rate questions for Michael Thompson:
1.Are you aware that all water districts involved in the purchase of the Duke water system signed an ironclad agreement to respect each other’s boundaries, which would seem to negate your effort to rewrite such boundaries ?
2. Since you are personally affected by the City’s dual rates, why did you not pursue the rewriting of water district boundaries earlier than now ?
1.Are you aware that all water districts involved in the purchase of the Duke water system signed an ironclad agreement to respect each other’s boundaries, which would seem to negate your effort to rewrite such boundaries ?
2. Since you are personally affected by the City’s dual rates, why did you not pursue the rewriting of water district boundaries earlier than now ?
Quite a bit of criticism of the council members involves their election last time of Democrat Gracie Floyd as the chairperson.
I would like to know why she was elected? I feel sure there was a reason. I realize that Mr. Greer could not succeed himself. Were the others not willing to serve as chairman? Was it considered a non-partisan issue? This is a serious matter to some, so I would like to know the reasons why. I feel there may be a logical reason which would be useful to share.- Republican Woman
I'd consider it a non-partisan issue. Being the chairperson is simply ceremonial.
Also, this question is to all of the candidates that are calling Gracie Floyd a liberal: How do you explain the nearly constant 6-1 or 7-0 votes in which Ms. Floyd is joined by 5-6 Republicans everytime?
Clearly, Gracie Floyd is a radical liberal elite? LOL.. I bet those wackos at the Republican stump yesterday can't name one thing that Gracie Floyd has voted for or against that classifies her as such.
I have some questions for Ms. Floyd, Mr. Thompson, Ms. Wilson, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Waldrep, Mr. Greer and Mr. McAbee.
I do realize the need for an animal ordinance, however, why do you feel it necessary to restrict sale of animals at the Jockey lot. If there is a problem out there, why is it so hard to enforce the laws on their premises. Anderson County enforces the law at the mall and other shopping centers. Why not the Jockey Lot, too. Are the citizens that shop the Jockey Lot any less deserving of law enforcement? Having shopped there myself, I happen to find it hard to believe that there is a major problem. These merchants appear to be law-abiding citizens selling their goods. There is no reason to assume otherwise. One bad apple does not mean you cannot use the bag. Toss the one and enjoy the apple pie.
It seems to me we should be asking our Sheriff and Animal enforcement where they are when all these complaints are coming in. Perhaps if we could find the funding that the sheriff needs, the perceived problem at the jockey lot would solve itself without trying to restrict people from selling their goods, animal included, in our local free market.
If animal enforcement doesn't work weekends, I say why not? The rest of us do. We should not be restricting the sale of legal goods in any market for any reason. Can we not find a way to change the law? and just the law? This, in my opinion, borders on illegal restraint of trade.
Just because there may or may not be a problem in a particular shopping district does not mean we should move in and tell these people they are no longer allowed to sell their product. What if we went down Shockley Ferry Road and said to the citizens there “selling goods here is illegal because there are some folks here that use bad judgment when selling their product”? No, that is not going to happen. The sheriff goes to those locations and stops the problems. Don't you think we should treat the shoppers and merchants at the Jockey Lot with the same respect?
I do realize the need for an animal ordinance, however, why do you feel it necessary to restrict sale of animals at the Jockey lot. If there is a problem out there, why is it so hard to enforce the laws on their premises. Anderson County enforces the law at the mall and other shopping centers. Why not the Jockey Lot, too. Are the citizens that shop the Jockey Lot any less deserving of law enforcement? Having shopped there myself, I happen to find it hard to believe that there is a major problem. These merchants appear to be law-abiding citizens selling their goods. There is no reason to assume otherwise. One bad apple does not mean you cannot use the bag. Toss the one and enjoy the apple pie.
It seems to me we should be asking our Sheriff and Animal enforcement where they are when all these complaints are coming in. Perhaps if we could find the funding that the sheriff needs, the perceived problem at the jockey lot would solve itself without trying to restrict people from selling their goods, animal included, in our local free market.
If animal enforcement doesn't work weekends, I say why not? The rest of us do. We should not be restricting the sale of legal goods in any market for any reason. Can we not find a way to change the law? and just the law? This, in my opinion, borders on illegal restraint of trade.
Just because there may or may not be a problem in a particular shopping district does not mean we should move in and tell these people they are no longer allowed to sell their product. What if we went down Shockley Ferry Road and said to the citizens there “selling goods here is illegal because there are some folks here that use bad judgment when selling their product”? No, that is not going to happen. The sheriff goes to those locations and stops the problems. Don't you think we should treat the shoppers and merchants at the Jockey Lot with the same respect?
On the front page of AIM this morning there is an article about Clemson and flooding issues. On the second page of the article Anderson City Manager John Moore stated that these issues are going to have to be discussed here in Anderson. There are many problems with storm run off causing flooding from new construction and more paving over of "greenspace" in all areas of the city. Mr Moore stated in the article that it could cost Anderson $300,000 to comply with minimum storm water regulations.
My questions to the candidates are: What is going to be done about this? Are they in favor of imposing a storm water fee to fund the mandates? Would this fee be impose on all city tax payers? Would new constuction sites be charged a fee at the completion of the construction and evaluation of run off produced?
My questions to the candidates are: What is going to be done about this? Are they in favor of imposing a storm water fee to fund the mandates? Would this fee be impose on all city tax payers? Would new constuction sites be charged a fee at the completion of the construction and evaluation of run off produced?
I have some questions for Ms. Floyd, Mr. Thompson, Ms. Wilson, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Waldrep, Mr. Greer and Mr. McAbee.
I do realize the need for an animal ordinance, however, why do you feel it necessary to restrict sale of animals at the Jockey lot. If there is a problem out there, why is it so hard to enforce the laws on their premises. Anderson County enforces the law at the mall and other shopping centers. Why not the Jockey Lot, too. Are the citizens that shop the Jockey Lot any less deserving of law enforcement? Having shopped there myself, I happen to find it hard to believe that there is a major problem. These merchants appear to be law-abiding citizens selling their goods. There is no reason to assume otherwise. One bad apple does not mean you cannot use the bag. Toss the one and enjoy the apple pie.
It seems to me we should be asking our Sheriff and Animal enforcement where they are when all these complaints are coming in. Perhaps if we could find the funding that the sheriff needs, the perceived problem at the jockey lot would solve itself without trying to restrict people from selling their goods, animal included, in our local free market.
If animal enforcement doesn't work weekends, I say why not? The rest of us do. We should not be restricting the sale of legal goods in any market for any reason. Can we not find a way to change the law? and just the law? This, in my opinion, borders on illegal restraint of trade.
Just because there may or may not be a problem in a particular shopping district does not mean we should move in and tell these people they are no longer allowed to sell their product. What if we went down Shockley Ferry Road and said to the citizens there “selling goods here is illegal because there are some folks here that use bad judgment when selling their product”? No, that is not going to happen. The sheriff goes to those locations and stops the problems. Don't you think we should treat the shoppers and merchants at the Jockey Lot with the same respect?
- Constituent
The animal section at the Jockey is known as Parvo Alley.
Isn't it a little late for postings to this forum ?
The election is over.
"...and so it goes." KV
Constituent,
I was proud of a young lady who presented her views very eloquently during the public hearing on the amendment to the animal ordinance. Her voice was heard, and I understand the amendment is being presently revised to reflect her concerns.
I was proud of a young lady who presented her views very eloquently during the public hearing on the amendment to the animal ordinance. Her voice was heard, and I understand the amendment is being presently revised to reflect her concerns.
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Each member of the SC General Assembly has their personal contact information posted on the General Assembly website.
Each elected member of the Anderson City Council has their personal contact contact information posted on the city website.
Why do the elected Anderson County Council members and the elected Trustees of Anderson Distict 5 school district not have their personal contact information posted on the respective websites?
Each member of the SC General Assembly has their personal contact information posted on the General Assembly website.
Each elected member of the Anderson City Council has their personal contact contact information posted on the city website.
Why do the elected Anderson County Council members and the elected Trustees of Anderson Distict 5 school district not have their personal contact information posted on the respective websites?
The animal section at the Jockey is known as Parvo Alley.- BLee
Ain't THAT the truth!
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With the apparent lack of financial transparency in Anderson County Goverment, the lack of a full audit of Anderson County finances, and the apparent lack of financial control as demonstrated the more than $2 million dollar deficit in the Sheriff's Department, has the time come for the Governor to suspend the authority of the Anderson County government and bring in state personnel for the purpose of bringing county finances into order?
With the apparent lack of financial transparency in Anderson County Goverment, the lack of a full audit of Anderson County finances, and the apparent lack of financial control as demonstrated the more than $2 million dollar deficit in the Sheriff's Department, has the time come for the Governor to suspend the authority of the Anderson County government and bring in state personnel for the purpose of bringing county finances into order?
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With the apparent lack of financial transparency in Anderson County Goverment, the lack of a full audit of Anderson County finances, and the apparent lack of financial control as demonstrated the more than $2 million dollar deficit in the Sheriff's Department, has the time come for the Governor to suspend the authority of the Anderson County government and bring in state personnel for the purpose of bringing county finances into order?
With the apparent lack of financial transparency in Anderson County Goverment, the lack of a full audit of Anderson County finances, and the apparent lack of financial control as demonstrated the more than $2 million dollar deficit in the Sheriff's Department, has the time come for the Governor to suspend the authority of the Anderson County government and bring in state personnel for the purpose of bringing county finances into order?
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Christian Exodus has announced that it will stake its political claim in Anderson County, as it seeks to exert its influence in South Carolina politics. Specifically, they have stated their intent to target the Anderson County Council.
While many label this group as extremist, they promote ideals that appeal to many people in this conservative state. These ideals include:
Smaller goverment
Less intrusive government.
Lower taxes.
Prayer at public meetings.
Pro traditional marriage.
What do you see as the likely impact of Christian Exodus in Anderson County politics and on South Carolina politics
Which Anderson County Council seats are the most likely targets of Christian Exodus in the 2008 election
JK
Christian Exodus has announced that it will stake its political claim in Anderson County, as it seeks to exert its influence in South Carolina politics. Specifically, they have stated their intent to target the Anderson County Council.
While many label this group as extremist, they promote ideals that appeal to many people in this conservative state. These ideals include:
Smaller goverment
Less intrusive government.
Lower taxes.
Prayer at public meetings.
Pro traditional marriage.
What do you see as the likely impact of Christian Exodus in Anderson County politics and on South Carolina politics
Which Anderson County Council seats are the most likely targets of Christian Exodus in the 2008 election
JK
IA..what a great idea. The state definitely should step in and manage Anderson Countys finances since they do such a GREAT job themselves. Heck...they stay on the brink of financial disaster most of the time themsleves. I'll keep an eye out for the govn'r to roll into town any day.
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Christian Exodus has announced that it will stake its political claim in Anderson County, as it seeks to exert its influence in South Carolina politics. Specifically, they have stated their intent to target the Anderson County Council.
While many label this group as extremist, they promote ideals that appeal to many people in this conservative state. These ideals include:
Smaller goverment
Less intrusive government.
Lower taxes.
Prayer at public meetings.
Pro traditional marriage.
What do you see as the likely impact of Christian Exodus in Anderson County politics and on South Carolina politics
Which Anderson County Council seats are the most likely targets of Christian Exodus in the 2008 election
JK- IA Critic
IA--
You and Cory go from forum to forum leaving your little puddles pf propaganda like an untrained puppy.
One must wonder why you fail to reply to a counter argument to some of your obviously incorrect statements.
I would think a good Christian would have the courtesy to respond , or does your silence signify assent ?
Here is one exchange that I refer to:
March 11th
All,
Amendment 10
“The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people. “
Amendment 14
“...No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States
Christian Exodus has announced that it will stake its political claim in Anderson County, as it seeks to exert its influence in South Carolina politics. Specifically, they have stated their intent to target the Anderson County Council.
What do you see as the likely impact of Christian Exodus in Anderson County politics and on South Carolina politics
Which Anderson County Council seats are the most likely targets of Christian Exodus in the 2008 election
JK- IA Critic
IA--
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- PAPPY
Christian Exodus targets Anderson County
By Heidi Cenac (Contact)
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
http://www.independentmail.com/news/2007/feb/07/-exodus-wants-anderson-council-seats/
Rick Adkins, chairman of the Anderson County Republican Party, said he could easily see the group taking a County Council seat in two years. Any large group, whether it’s a political organization or a major employer, can quickly become a major player in local politics because so few people vote, Mr. Adkins said.
For example, in a primary election where only 15 percent of the population votes, that’s only 3,000 people voting per seat.
“If they move 1,400 people to Anderson County, they would be a very big force in the elections, and they could take over a party very easily,” Mr. Adkins said.
PAPPY,
I have obvious questions for Anderson County Council candidates.
And, you
A point, perhaps
JK
