Comments on: Delinquent City Tax Revenue Collection Costly

By: Warren

Warren — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:40:00 +0000

When I see someone who needs to put initials before or after their name (or both!) — especially when doing something like just writing an email or leaving a comment — it is a red flag signalling: Warning – likely arrogant fool ahead who wasted a ton of money and a lot of time getting brainwashed by the establishment to be a trained parrot.

Also, and particularly in this case where no substantiation was given for claims made, the initials are a lame attempt at rank pulling.

By: Eddie S. Maddock

Eddie S. Maddock — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:58:28 +0000

Forgive me but I simply cannot resist noting the “Phd” as expressly stated by “Dr. Branch.” One might question his own credibility for not having appropriately used capital letters . . . as in PHD. My usage (Phd) was a direct quote from the “doctor.” Mr. Saunders, you have permission to add my name to your agenda relating to wasted tax dollars as well as consideration for Sedona to “undo” (in my opinion) the dastardly deed of incorporation. :-)
Thank you.

By: Richard Saunders

Richard Saunders — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:38:54 +0000

Reminds me of an old joke,

We all know what BS is. MS is more of the same and PHD is piled higher and deeper.

You will commonly find those who argue against an opinion calling the other a liar, evil, or “lost all credibility”, without ever stating a fact to back up their accusations. You would think a PHD would present a logical, well reasoned argument.

I have an agenda. I don’t want my tax dollars wasted.

By: Eddie S. Maddock

Eddie S. Maddock — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:39:34 +0000

Excuse me, “Dr.” Branch, but does the “Phd” tacked onto your name qualify you as an expert and give you license to accuse anyone who disagrees with “your opinion” as lacking all credibility?

By: Warren

Warren — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 18:24:16 +0000

DISCORPORATE
AND WE’LL BEGIN
FREEDOM! FREEDOM!
KINDLY LOVING!
YOU’LL BE ABSOLUTELY FREE
ONLY IF YOU WANT TO BE

~ Frank Zappa, Absolutely Free

By: Dr. John Branch, Phd

Dr. John Branch, Phd — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 14:52:05 +0000

These comments from both of you are as ridiculous as can be. With opinions shared above, you both have lost all credibility.

By: Eddie S. Maddock

Eddie S. Maddock — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 21:38:49 +0000

Does anyone know the breakdown of delinquent taxes . . . unpaid sewer fees versus sales and bed taxes? Will any restaurants be forced out of business because the sewer rates are not affordable? If more business doors are closed providing not even a trace of a burning ember from even more darkened commercial establishments, how will that reflect on the true or perceived prosperity of Sedona?

After having failed approval at least one other time, incorporation of Sedona was not successful by an overwhelming majority vote. Fortunately for the residents in the Village of Oak Creek and Red Rock Loop areas they were dismissed from incorporation boundaries during the election that passed. Many of those residents at the time were very disappointed they were not included in the City Limits, but not for long.

Scare tactics might have been the swing “threat” for voters as rumored condemnation of Sedona properties was afloat. However, to my recollection the worst thing that could have happened had the wastewater treatment plant and incorporation not come into being is that there would have been . . . hang onto your hats . . . yep . . . application of the “M” word . . . translated: MORATORIUM ON NEW DEVELOPMENT!

Hah, what incorporation did, among other negative impacts, was allow for all new building projects to run amok as the developers were standing in line. Growth was given the green light at the expense of existing properties, many of which are still not on sewer.

I know, old news but worth repeating. This mess didn’t just happen over night. It’s occurred since 1988 so no real need to point to the existing City Council and/or City Staff as being the root of all evil. Doesn’t that honor traditionally go to “the love of money?”

Answering your question, Richard Saunders, I agree with you that Sedona, as a City, should be disbanded.

Eddie Maddock