Obviously Prevail is on someones payroll. I wonder who ? Nonetheless, it is a waste of payroll resources.
No matter what we write here, Preston will 'prevail" against his enimies, he always has. Preston 12 MCWilson 0 - so have at another lawsuit.
-republikin
"Prevail,
Your post clearly illustrates the expected attitude of the majority of the New Council. They have already decided that Mr. Joe Preston is guilty, and their job is to prove it. So, for the sake of Anderson County residents and employees, I hope that the Present Council will commit an act of courage and resolve the situation before it becomes a quagmire."
Art I hope this doesn't shock you. But, they are many county employees that voted for the new council members and want the new council to resolve the Administrator situation. So if you want the current council to resolve this say it plainly. But don't ask that it be done in the name of County residents and employees. The majority of those county residents that spoke through their vote and replaced three of the current council have made their views known. And as far as I know, no poll has been taken to determine the sentiment of all county employees (not just those at the top of the food chain). So you are making an assumption not based on fact.
I just think the new council should deal with any problems between them and the administrator. To pay someone who may have constructively resigned seems a monumental waste of money! It may not even be necessary. Perhaps the new council and the administrator can have a working relationship. But it is up to the new council after they are sworn in to office.
(You guys are posting so fast this was left on the last page. I wanted to insure Art saw it.)
Baby Girl - he is cutting his losses and trying to run. Are you on his short list of those he takes with him or the ones he leaves to the wolves of the audit?-1-opinion
The wolves have always chased me. That is what makes you jealouse.
But, NO, I'm staying right here with you Dearie. Get use to it!
"Prevail,Your post clearly illustrates the expected attitude of the majority of the New Council. They have already decided that Mr. Joe Preston is guilty, and their job is to prove it. So, for the sake of Anderson County residents and employees, I hope that the Present Council will commit an act of courage and resolve the situation before it becomes a quagmire."
Art I hope this doesn't shock you. But, they are many county employees that voted for the new council members and want the new council to resolve the Administrator situation. So if you want the current council to resolve this say it plainly. But don't ask that it be done in the name of County residents and employees. The majority of those county residents that spoke through their vote and replaced three of the current council have made their views known. And as far as I know, no poll has been taken to determine the sentiment of all county employees (not just those at the top of the food chain). So you are making an assumption not based on fact.
I just think the new council should deal with any problems between them and the administrator. To pay someone who may have constructively resigned seems a monumental waste of money! It may not even be necessary. Perhaps the new council and the administrator can have a working relationship. But it is up to the new council after they are sworn in to office.
(You guys are posting so fast this was left on the last page. I wanted to insure Art saw it.)
-nomadron
You keep writing "I just think." Funny, I see no evidence of that in your barbs..
"Prevail,Your post clearly illustrates the expected attitude of the majority of the New Council. They have already decided that Mr. Joe Preston is guilty, and their job is to prove it. So, for the sake of Anderson County residents and employees, I hope that the Present Council will commit an act of courage and resolve the situation before it becomes a quagmire."
Art I hope this doesn't shock you. But, they are many county employees that voted for the new council members and want the new council to resolve the Administrator situation. So if you want the current council to resolve this say it plainly. But don't ask that it be done in the name of County residents and employees. The majority of those county residents that spoke through their vote and replaced three of the current council have made their views known. And as far as I know, no poll has been taken to determine the sentiment of all county employees (not just those at the top of the food chain). So you are making an assumption not based on fact.
I just think the new council should deal with any problems between them and the administrator. To pay someone who may have constructively resigned seems a monumental waste of money! It may not even be necessary. Perhaps the new council and the administrator can have a working relationship. But it is up to the new council after they are sworn in to office.
(You guys are posting so fast this was left on the last page. I wanted to insure Art saw it.)
-nomadron
"you guys keep posting so fast ......"
We have a team of responders. More will be following. We plan to make our points, here and at council. WAIM ain't seen nothing yet. Hang onto your Pickwick Hat honey. The wind is about to change. If any of your Preston haters think it will be over when he leaves, you've got another thing coming.
The right will prevail - Stanley, WAIM and the WJ be damned.
I don't understand your comment. Other than the portion of the post that followed that phrase is there anything in the post that is net verifiable fact?
You keep writing "I just think." Funny, I see no evidence of that in your barbs..
-republikin
BTW I also think the wind will not change direction for at least two years. 
"you guys keep posting so fast ......"
We have a team of responders. More will be following. We plan to make our points, here and at council. WAIM ain't seen nothing yet. Hang onto your Pickwick Hat honey. The wind is about to change. If any of your Preston haters think it will be over when he leaves, you've got another thing coming.
The right will prevail - Stanley, WAIM and the WJ be damned.-republikin
"Prevail,Your post clearly illustrates the expected attitude of the majority of the New Council. They have already decided that Mr. Joe Preston is guilty, and their job is to prove it. So, for the sake of Anderson County residents and employees, I hope that the Present Council will commit an act of courage and resolve the situation before it becomes a quagmire."
Art I hope this doesn't shock you. But, they are many county employees that voted for the new council members and want the new council to resolve the Administrator situation. So if you want the current council to resolve this say it plainly. But don't ask that it be done in the name of County residents and employees. The majority of those county residents that spoke through their vote and replaced three of the current council have made their views known. And as far as I know, no poll has been taken to determine the sentiment of all county employees (not just those at the top of the food chain). So you are making an assumption not based on fact.
I just think the new council should deal with any problems between them and the administrator. To pay someone who may have constructively resigned seems a monumental waste of money! It may not even be necessary. Perhaps the new council and the administrator can have a working relationship. But it is up to the new council after they are sworn in to office.
(You guys are posting so fast this was left on the last page. I wanted to insure Art saw it.)
-nomadron
Nomadron,
I do not write in the name of Anderson County residents or employees. I write for the sake of Anderson County’s best interest, based on how I understand the facts.
I personally believe that a healthy working relationship between the New Council and the Administrator is near impossible. Both parties have no trust or friendly feelings toward each other. Consequently, the potential political and legal battles between the two sides can become very expensive, lengthy, and disruptive. Most important, I do believe that many innocent, well meaning County employees and officials could become caught in the cross-fire. In addition, keep in mind that these battles do not only affect individuals, but also their families.
As I have stated before, the lame duck council needs to cut a deal so the new council can move on. If the new council does not move on if that occurs, they will be voted out. People want results in these trying times, not political games.
Pay the man, send him on his way, and get the Hell over it. We don't have time for this. Counties like Orangeburg and Laurens are making economic development deals in these times and we are left talking about Joey Preston.
Let's put the Preston issue to rest once and for all and move on.
He has been well paid - plus perks a car a gas card and a donation to his retirement fund. I do hope the IRS had his tax document showing all the perks that count toward his compensation. LOL BTW I never listen to WAIM - too early-1-opinion
That is all in the contract. The accounting/payroll departments handle what by law us required to be reported to the IRS.
Tonight, check under you bed and in your closet. You seem to believe there are demons everywhere. Get help, soon.
As I have stated before, the lame duck council needs to cut a deal so the new council can move on. If the new council does not move on if that occurs, they will be voted out. People want results in these trying times, not political games.Pay the man, send him on his way, and get the Hell over it. We don't have time for this. Counties like Orangeburg and Laurens are making economic development deals in these times and we are left talking about Joey Preston.
Let's put the Preston issue to rest once and for all and move on.
-brianmccarty
Here, here! Bravo !
Nohmadron,
I do not write in the name of Anderson County residents or employees. I write for the sake of Anderson County’s best interest, based on how I understand the facts.
I personally believe that a healthy working relationship between the New Council and the Administrator is near impossible. Both parties have no trust or friendly feelings toward each other. Consequently, the potential political and legal battles between the two sides can become very expensive, lengthy, and disruptive. Most important, I do believe that many innocent, well meaning County employees and officials could become caught in the cross-fire. In addition, keep in mind that these battles do not only affect individuals, but also their families.
-art-kaldas
Funny you should mention the fighting among sides. As Wyatt shmoozes ( or as 1-op sez, kisses butt)with many "insiders" and county employees from across the boards and departments, the feedback about the incoming council is FAR from gracious and friendly. The given opinion is this: A power grab has begun, with (won't name him YET) new panel member reaching into the pockets and skirts of those to sway a Ultra-conservative council. One which is guided by money, favoritism and collusion. Seeing as Laurens couped the Titanium manufacturing facility WE were supposed to have because politics played before progress ( does ANYONE know the county motto here???). With pending money woes and reassessment likely to make up for the lost penny tax money, how many are willing to remain here ( or come here at all)in Anderson once this issue fuels more t.v. time?
Repub said "They have said and done just about anyting to get eleceted."
It sounds like Republikin is talking about the Gang of Shame cause they did and said everything possible to keep the power in Joey's hands and theirs. Amy, were you subconsciously referring to your man Bill McAbee, Michael Thompson, Larry Greer, Ron Wilson and Graceless Floyd?
1-opinion said "There are only 7 WAIM listeners according to Garp. What is it you mean?" Make that at least 8 listeners, I listen when I can. Amazing what 7 or 8 listeners can do when they set their minds to it.
Nomad mentioned "they are many county employees that voted for the new council members." Very true. I believe most employees wanted a drastic change in our county government and that would include replacing the Gang of Shame and their King Joe. We have a wealth of good hard-working and honest employees on the county payroll. And a few that are the opposites.
Personally, I hope that King Joe will have to stay the course and face the music as it develops. He wants to grab the gold and take the 3:10 out of Anderson County. Don't let him do it Council.
1-opinion said "There are only 7 WAIM listeners according to Garp. What is it you mean?" Make that at least 8 listeners, I listen when I can. Amazing what 7 or 8 listeners can do when they set their minds to it.
-prevail
1-opinion, now I understand what you were saying. I would bet my last Bud Lite that 90% of the county and city vehicles have the radio on WAIM in the mornings when they are riding around. I've been at traffic lights with county trucks by me and they had the radio on Rick's program. People want to see our county get back on the right track and it will happen now because the grip King Joe had on the county is broken and he and his cronies are running scared. Just 6 more weeks!!!
Republikin said somewhere up there "The right will prevail."
How true that is. We are still here protecting the flag and our troops are ready and willing to march when needed. It is good being on the RIGHT.
1-Op, no, haven't seen the Journal yet. What is going on?
1-opinion, with all due respect, if the NEW County Council wants to absolutely guarantee that they'll wind up paying Joey Preston's entire contract - AND face charges for violating state law - all they have to do is try to REQUIRE him to put Gina Humphries on paid leave without any concrete evidence of wrongdoing.
S.C. Code of Laws:
SECTION 4-9-660. Authority of council and its members over county officers and employees.
Except for the purposes of inquiries and investigations, the council shall deal with county officers and employees who are subject to the direction and supervision of the county administrator solely through the administrator, and neither the council nor its members shall give orders or instructions to any such officers or employees.
Y'all just haven't thought this through yet, have you?
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