We hope to see all of our friends and supporters of Freedom Of Speech at Buckheads tonight. Just maybe we might run into Mr. Gahan. We understand he gets free tickets again this year.
Enjoy this great weather and enjoy Thunder Over Louisville.
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Monday, April 07, 2014
Thursday, April 03, 2014
QUESTION....
Why is the City removing 31 planters when they have illegal Handicap Parking Signs in front of the City County Building?
They act like they are so concerned for the local handicap citizens... Yell Right!
Hey, Mr. Nash, why don't you check it our and "refund all the $$$$ for illegal parking tickets" their giving too.
Tear Down those Illegal Parking Signs, Mr. Gahan.
They act like they are so concerned for the local handicap citizens... Yell Right!
Hey, Mr. Nash, why don't you check it our and "refund all the $$$$ for illegal parking tickets" their giving too.
Tear Down those Illegal Parking Signs, Mr. Gahan.
Monday, March 31, 2014
WHAT A SWEETHEART DEAL....
We're now out of the frying pan and into the fire.
Guess who got a new contract?
Yes, our famous City of New Albany Police Department.
Guess what's in their new contract package?
* $8,000 in Back Pay each, thanks to former Mayor Doug England's Excutive Order
* Raise - 3% and 1% Longivity pay raise
* Insurance for "significant others."
* Increase in uniform allowance
* Vacation pay will "apply" to their pensions plan - time upon retirement
Freedom Of Speech would like to ask: what do they mean by significant others?
A person, such as a spouse, or lover, with whom one shares a long-term sexual relationship.
Source: The Free Dictionary
Your mate, spouse, husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, steady and/or lover, used when the details are nobodys business.
Source: Urban Dictionary
We as taxpayers have a right to know where our TAX $$$$ are going. Let's see the News & Tribune print this one.
Our final thoughts on this contract:
Elect a boob and you get boobery.
Re-elect a boob and you get EVEN more boobery. Oy vey!
Anyone but Gahan and England in 2015.
How in the "HELL" are we taxpayers going to pay for this contract?
Guess who got a new contract?
Yes, our famous City of New Albany Police Department.
Guess what's in their new contract package?
* $8,000 in Back Pay each, thanks to former Mayor Doug England's Excutive Order
* Raise - 3% and 1% Longivity pay raise
* Insurance for "significant others."
* Increase in uniform allowance
* Vacation pay will "apply" to their pensions plan - time upon retirement
Freedom Of Speech would like to ask: what do they mean by significant others?
A person, such as a spouse, or lover, with whom one shares a long-term sexual relationship.
Source: The Free Dictionary
Your mate, spouse, husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, steady and/or lover, used when the details are nobodys business.
Source: Urban Dictionary
We as taxpayers have a right to know where our TAX $$$$ are going. Let's see the News & Tribune print this one.
Our final thoughts on this contract:
Elect a boob and you get boobery.
Re-elect a boob and you get EVEN more boobery. Oy vey!
Anyone but Gahan and England in 2015.
How in the "HELL" are we taxpayers going to pay for this contract?
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
WHY WE SUPPORT MARIA GRANGER FOR JUDGE SUPERIOR COURT 3
Maria Granger, who is the "most qualified" for the position of Floyd County Superior Court 3.
If you do not know Maria, here is some important information that we hope will make your voting decision easier:
She is uniquely qualified to serve as Judge and will bring to our new court her experience on the bench deciding cases as an appointed Indiana Judicial Officer as well as serving the public in the courtroom fighting for the rights of children, elderly and the abused as attorney for the Floyd County Office of Family and Children and as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Floyd and Clark Counties.
Her experience reflects her commitment to our community which also includes helping individuals and small business owners protect their legal rights in her general law practice and teaching students inside the classroom as an Adjunct Professor of Business Law at Indiana University Southeast.
In 2004 she received the honor of being chosen by Chief Justice Shepard of the Indiana Supreme Court as a Hearing Officer to conduct attorney discipline hearings. Her duties include hearing all testimony and ruling on motions and evidence, making findings of fact, issuing conclusions of law and recommending terms of attorney discipline to the high court. This appointment followed a complete background investigation and is a non-partisan judicial appointment based solely upon her character, temperament, judgement and fitness for judicial office.
In 2005, she advanced from a Judge Pro Tem and was appointed to the bench being named by presiding trial court Judges Nicholas South and Roger Duvall as Referee of the Superior and Circuit Courts in Scott County in charge of conducting hearings and managing a regular caseload. She continue to serve in these judicial capacities. As a member of the American Judges Association and the Association of Women Judges, she interacts with other judicial officers and looks for new approaches to improve our system of justice.
In 2006 she was humbled with the distinction of Woman of Achievement and recognized with a listing in Who's Who among Metropolitan Executives and Professionals.
We are proud to share with you our readers that since 2005, she continues to serve with Chief Justice Shepard on the Advisory Board of Indiana CLEO, a program which assists disadvantaged college graduates to obtain a legal education and enter the legal profession. This program is close to her heart because as an aspiring law student her future as an attorney was dimmed by socio-economic and other disadvantages. Indiana CLEO gives an opportunity to talented students who are beating the odds to let their light shine and brighten their futures and the lives of those they touch through legal service.
She stays active as a member of the American, Indiana, and Floyd County Bar Associations, Business and Professional Women, Floyd County Women's Democrat Club, American Legion Auxiliary, FOP Auxiliary, Tri Kappa Sorority, NAACP, One Southern Indiana, and as a Judge for "We the People" constitutional education program for local middle and high school students.
She is a graduate of Indiana University having earned a Bachelor of Science in Secondary English Education and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis.
She lives in New Albany with her husband Steve Mennemeyer and her son Drake attends college now. They attend church at St. Mary's. Their daughter Sarah is a nursing graduate. Their eldest son, Sgt. Steven P. Mennemeyer, courageously gave his life August 8, 2006 serving his country as a Medic in Iraq, but his strength and gentle heart lives on in their grandson Andrew.
Her work on the bench is very fulfilling and rewarding. In the courtroom, she listens carefully with patience and understanding, uses common sense to make fair decisions, and treats everyone with dignity and respect. As judge, she will stress "integrity and fairness" in our Floyd Superior Court 3. She believes we need tough penalties for deserving violent and repeat offenders. Jail overcrowding and the caseload burden will be decreased by resolving cases in a timely and efficient manner.
Her recent endevors has been setting up a Veterans Court and a special Divorce Court.
Floyd County is her home, and she wants to give her best to our community to improve and raise confidence in our court system with integrity, fairness and respect.
Aside from her distinguished public career, it is also what we know about Maria personally that prompted us to support her candidacy. She has a well deserved reputation for honesty and integrity. She is fair and impartial. These characteristics, combined with her vast experience, are what makes her the best and only qualified candidate.
Freedom Of Speech is proud to endorse Maria Granger for Judge of the Floyd Superior Court 3, again.
Your VOTE is vital to achieving this important goal for our community.
Freedom Of Speech is asking you our readers to VOTE for Maria Granger again in May and the General Election in November 4, 2014.
Your VOTE for Maria will ensure dedicated "judicial leadership" in our Superior Court 3.
"Help us get Maria Re-elected!"
If you do not know Maria, here is some important information that we hope will make your voting decision easier:
She is uniquely qualified to serve as Judge and will bring to our new court her experience on the bench deciding cases as an appointed Indiana Judicial Officer as well as serving the public in the courtroom fighting for the rights of children, elderly and the abused as attorney for the Floyd County Office of Family and Children and as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in Floyd and Clark Counties.
Her experience reflects her commitment to our community which also includes helping individuals and small business owners protect their legal rights in her general law practice and teaching students inside the classroom as an Adjunct Professor of Business Law at Indiana University Southeast.
In 2004 she received the honor of being chosen by Chief Justice Shepard of the Indiana Supreme Court as a Hearing Officer to conduct attorney discipline hearings. Her duties include hearing all testimony and ruling on motions and evidence, making findings of fact, issuing conclusions of law and recommending terms of attorney discipline to the high court. This appointment followed a complete background investigation and is a non-partisan judicial appointment based solely upon her character, temperament, judgement and fitness for judicial office.
In 2005, she advanced from a Judge Pro Tem and was appointed to the bench being named by presiding trial court Judges Nicholas South and Roger Duvall as Referee of the Superior and Circuit Courts in Scott County in charge of conducting hearings and managing a regular caseload. She continue to serve in these judicial capacities. As a member of the American Judges Association and the Association of Women Judges, she interacts with other judicial officers and looks for new approaches to improve our system of justice.
In 2006 she was humbled with the distinction of Woman of Achievement and recognized with a listing in Who's Who among Metropolitan Executives and Professionals.
We are proud to share with you our readers that since 2005, she continues to serve with Chief Justice Shepard on the Advisory Board of Indiana CLEO, a program which assists disadvantaged college graduates to obtain a legal education and enter the legal profession. This program is close to her heart because as an aspiring law student her future as an attorney was dimmed by socio-economic and other disadvantages. Indiana CLEO gives an opportunity to talented students who are beating the odds to let their light shine and brighten their futures and the lives of those they touch through legal service.
She stays active as a member of the American, Indiana, and Floyd County Bar Associations, Business and Professional Women, Floyd County Women's Democrat Club, American Legion Auxiliary, FOP Auxiliary, Tri Kappa Sorority, NAACP, One Southern Indiana, and as a Judge for "We the People" constitutional education program for local middle and high school students.
She is a graduate of Indiana University having earned a Bachelor of Science in Secondary English Education and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis.
She lives in New Albany with her husband Steve Mennemeyer and her son Drake attends college now. They attend church at St. Mary's. Their daughter Sarah is a nursing graduate. Their eldest son, Sgt. Steven P. Mennemeyer, courageously gave his life August 8, 2006 serving his country as a Medic in Iraq, but his strength and gentle heart lives on in their grandson Andrew.
Her work on the bench is very fulfilling and rewarding. In the courtroom, she listens carefully with patience and understanding, uses common sense to make fair decisions, and treats everyone with dignity and respect. As judge, she will stress "integrity and fairness" in our Floyd Superior Court 3. She believes we need tough penalties for deserving violent and repeat offenders. Jail overcrowding and the caseload burden will be decreased by resolving cases in a timely and efficient manner.
Her recent endevors has been setting up a Veterans Court and a special Divorce Court.
Floyd County is her home, and she wants to give her best to our community to improve and raise confidence in our court system with integrity, fairness and respect.
Aside from her distinguished public career, it is also what we know about Maria personally that prompted us to support her candidacy. She has a well deserved reputation for honesty and integrity. She is fair and impartial. These characteristics, combined with her vast experience, are what makes her the best and only qualified candidate.
Freedom Of Speech is proud to endorse Maria Granger for Judge of the Floyd Superior Court 3, again.
Your VOTE is vital to achieving this important goal for our community.
Freedom Of Speech is asking you our readers to VOTE for Maria Granger again in May and the General Election in November 4, 2014.
Your VOTE for Maria will ensure dedicated "judicial leadership" in our Superior Court 3.
"Help us get Maria Re-elected!"
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
DUMBEST STATEMENT WE EVER READ.....
"Won't be a traffic study" but traffic will be studied."
We really do believe Mr. Speck says whatever pops into his head without forethought at all. $75,000 is just another EASY pay check and some free beer to him.
Talk about a Conflict of Interest.
Why are they wasting $75,000 of our money when there are "more important issues" that need dealt with?
A message to Mr. Warren Nash: How do you sleep at night?
Mr. Baylor if you want a walkable city, why don't you just do us all a big favor - move and stop "bullying downtown business owners." Several businesses have told us, they put those stupid signs up just to shut you up!
Like the bible says: "the truth shall set you free."
We really do believe Mr. Speck says whatever pops into his head without forethought at all. $75,000 is just another EASY pay check and some free beer to him.
Talk about a Conflict of Interest.
Why are they wasting $75,000 of our money when there are "more important issues" that need dealt with?
A message to Mr. Warren Nash: How do you sleep at night?
Mr. Baylor if you want a walkable city, why don't you just do us all a big favor - move and stop "bullying downtown business owners." Several businesses have told us, they put those stupid signs up just to shut you up!
Like the bible says: "the truth shall set you free."
Wednesday, March 05, 2014
QUESTIONS....
How many Street studies does one city need?
Why do we need a group of 9 council members when the Board of Works runs OUR city?
Mr. Coffey and Mr. Gahan says we have plenty of $$$$ to spend, but we had NO $$$$ to buy street salt?
Our final question:
Why did Mr. Gahan take $538,000 out of our Sewer Fund and place it in the General Fund?
Sounds like Mr. Gahan is moving $$$$ around to cover up all of his wasteful spending.
Why do we need a group of 9 council members when the Board of Works runs OUR city?
Mr. Coffey and Mr. Gahan says we have plenty of $$$$ to spend, but we had NO $$$$ to buy street salt?
Our final question:
Why did Mr. Gahan take $538,000 out of our Sewer Fund and place it in the General Fund?
Sounds like Mr. Gahan is moving $$$$ around to cover up all of his wasteful spending.
Friday, February 28, 2014
OUR OPINION.....FARMERS MARKET
The Farmers Market seems to be in the news a lot lately. Some of the City Council members want to move the market to our downtown parking garage. They think the property is too valuable for something that is only open one or two days a week.
One member of the council, Shirley Baird, wants to expand the market so more vendors can set up and more people can come downtown to shop. The Mayor's office seems to agree with her, and some of the downtown merchants do also. They see the market as a starting place for new businesses. A couple of new business owners seem to back this up. They started out with a booth at the market and now have successful businesses downtown.
The market is run by Develop New Albany but the property is owned by us taxpayers. Some merchants think that the market is getting preferred treatment by he city and some of the council members agree. We believe this arrangement is the only one of its kind in New Albany and that is what is irking the merchants.
They don't realize how much help the New Albany Brewhouse received from the city, the new sidewalks, patio and half the street for instance.
We at Freedom of Speech would like to say:
The Farmers Market has done a lot to help downtown. Many times a shopper comes downtown to the market and they continue to shop at the stores, eat at the restaurants, visit the parks, etc.
Businesses help each other succeed...
We applaud Councilwoman Baird for trying to improve OUR downtown.
One member of the council, Shirley Baird, wants to expand the market so more vendors can set up and more people can come downtown to shop. The Mayor's office seems to agree with her, and some of the downtown merchants do also. They see the market as a starting place for new businesses. A couple of new business owners seem to back this up. They started out with a booth at the market and now have successful businesses downtown.
The market is run by Develop New Albany but the property is owned by us taxpayers. Some merchants think that the market is getting preferred treatment by he city and some of the council members agree. We believe this arrangement is the only one of its kind in New Albany and that is what is irking the merchants.
They don't realize how much help the New Albany Brewhouse received from the city, the new sidewalks, patio and half the street for instance.
We at Freedom of Speech would like to say:
The Farmers Market has done a lot to help downtown. Many times a shopper comes downtown to the market and they continue to shop at the stores, eat at the restaurants, visit the parks, etc.
Businesses help each other succeed...
We applaud Councilwoman Baird for trying to improve OUR downtown.
Monday, February 24, 2014
WHAT OUR 9 MEMBER COUNCIL DOESN'T KNOW....OR DO THEY?
Seems like another England Executive Order has slipped out of the secret files in Gahan's 3rd floor office. Could it be that England is spreading. rumors of another run in 2015 and Gahan wants to squash him in his tracks?
This is the sneakest underhand crap Dougie has ever pulled.
Exclusive: Read it here first on: Freedom Of Speech.
Executive Order Setting Salary for Dennis Smith
In 2009, the City took on the project of implementing a tow in lot for vehicles in violation of city ordinances. The City did not have a tow in lot before this time. Dennis Smith was instrumental in organizing and implementing the tow in lot. Dennis Smith has operated the tow in lot since it began. He has taken on additional duties and responsibilities above and beyond what his original job position required of him. By his efforts, Dennis Smith has been able to increase the revenues of the City through his work with the tow in lot.
During 2009, Dennis Smith did not receive additional compensation for his work with the town in lot above his normal salary relating to his other duties. The Mayor, hereby, acknowledges the benefits received by the City through the additional work performed by Dennis Smith.
Therefore, by the authority vested in me, Mayor of the City of New Albany and the powers granted me under Indiana Code 36-4-7-3, which permits the Mayor to increase the compensation of an employee at anytime during the year, the Mayor authorizes the additional compensation of $10,000 per year to Dennis Smith out of the tow in lot funds.
This is effective immediately.
Dated: 1/13/10
Douglas B. England
Mayor, City of New Albany
So this is why we're paying B-I-G $$$$$ for billable hours to former/current City Attorney Shane Gibson?
Where is the Tribune on this issue? Maybe we need to fax this information to Charlie Pride at the State Board of Accounts.
Can anyone verify that Mr. Dennis Smith is currently employed by the City?
This is just another "crock of crap" England pulls when in office....
This is the sneakest underhand crap Dougie has ever pulled.
Exclusive: Read it here first on: Freedom Of Speech.
Executive Order Setting Salary for Dennis Smith
In 2009, the City took on the project of implementing a tow in lot for vehicles in violation of city ordinances. The City did not have a tow in lot before this time. Dennis Smith was instrumental in organizing and implementing the tow in lot. Dennis Smith has operated the tow in lot since it began. He has taken on additional duties and responsibilities above and beyond what his original job position required of him. By his efforts, Dennis Smith has been able to increase the revenues of the City through his work with the tow in lot.
During 2009, Dennis Smith did not receive additional compensation for his work with the town in lot above his normal salary relating to his other duties. The Mayor, hereby, acknowledges the benefits received by the City through the additional work performed by Dennis Smith.
Therefore, by the authority vested in me, Mayor of the City of New Albany and the powers granted me under Indiana Code 36-4-7-3, which permits the Mayor to increase the compensation of an employee at anytime during the year, the Mayor authorizes the additional compensation of $10,000 per year to Dennis Smith out of the tow in lot funds.
This is effective immediately.
Dated: 1/13/10
Douglas B. England
Mayor, City of New Albany
So this is why we're paying B-I-G $$$$$ for billable hours to former/current City Attorney Shane Gibson?
Where is the Tribune on this issue? Maybe we need to fax this information to Charlie Pride at the State Board of Accounts.
Can anyone verify that Mr. Dennis Smith is currently employed by the City?
This is just another "crock of crap" England pulls when in office....
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
LOCAL PRIMARY 2014 ENDORSEMENTS:
Freedom Of Speech supports the following candidates regardless of Party. Change is good, but as they say: if it isn't broke don't fix it.
County Council:
Barbara Sillings (D)
Tom Pickett (D)
Lana Abersold (R)
John Schellemberger (R)
County Sheriff:
Frank Loop (R)
Jeffrey Topping (D)
County Auditor
Mary Lou Byerly (D)
County Commissioner 1st District:
Mark Seabrook (R)
Clerk of the Circuit Court:
Darrell Mills (D)
State Senate, District 46:
Ron Grooms (R)
State Rep., District 72:
Ed Clere (R)
Judge Superior Court, No.2:
Richard Rush (D)
Judge Superior Court No. 3:
Maria Granger (D)
New Albany Township Board: (pick 3)
Carol Shope (D)
We ask our readers to support the following candidates in the 2014 Primary Election
County Council:
Barbara Sillings (D)
Tom Pickett (D)
Lana Abersold (R)
John Schellemberger (R)
County Sheriff:
Frank Loop (R)
Jeffrey Topping (D)
County Auditor
Mary Lou Byerly (D)
County Commissioner 1st District:
Mark Seabrook (R)
Clerk of the Circuit Court:
Darrell Mills (D)
State Senate, District 46:
Ron Grooms (R)
State Rep., District 72:
Ed Clere (R)
Judge Superior Court, No.2:
Richard Rush (D)
Judge Superior Court No. 3:
Maria Granger (D)
New Albany Township Board: (pick 3)
Carol Shope (D)
We ask our readers to support the following candidates in the 2014 Primary Election
Saturday, February 08, 2014
WHO'S - WHO IN 2013.....
Liar/ Phony of 2013 - Jeff Gahan
Biggest Bully of 2013 - Roger Baylor
Best School Board Member of 2013 - Rebecca Gardenour
Biggest Gahan mistake made in 2013 - $19.6 million dollar bond backed up with our property taxes
Biggest Political Joke of 2013 - Coffey vs. Seabrook
Worse Council President 2013 - Pat McLaughlin
Flip-Flopper of 2013 - Dan Coffey
Man of the Year - John Shellenberger - President of Floyd County Council
Women of the Year - Rebecca Gardenour NAFC School Board
2014 should be even more exciting...
Biggest Bully of 2013 - Roger Baylor
Best School Board Member of 2013 - Rebecca Gardenour
Biggest Gahan mistake made in 2013 - $19.6 million dollar bond backed up with our property taxes
Biggest Political Joke of 2013 - Coffey vs. Seabrook
Worse Council President 2013 - Pat McLaughlin
Flip-Flopper of 2013 - Dan Coffey
Man of the Year - John Shellenberger - President of Floyd County Council
Women of the Year - Rebecca Gardenour NAFC School Board
2014 should be even more exciting...
Saturday, January 25, 2014
FREEDOM OF SPEECH SALUTES THE 10 OUTSTANDING MEN OF 2013...
The heart of a city is it's people. These men stand up for the best interest for New Albany citizens.
They work hard and play by the rules. And most of all they look out for their neighbors, co-workers, and the many needs of the "little people" of New Albany.
It's well known these men have:
* Supported the best interest for New Albany citizens
* Worked with local groups to provide food and supplies for the needy
* Listened to concerns of the public
* Not afraid to stand up for the rights of us citizens
* Supports the best interest of fellow employees
* They put their lives on the line for all New Albany citizens
* Successful businessman who give back to our community
* Goes above and beyond to bring detailed information to the table
* They always lend a helping hand to the citizens of New Albany
* Dedicated to real public service
Freedom Of Speech salutes and appreciates these outstanding 10 men, and their courage to stand up for what is right. These men through generosity and compassion devote themselves to helping others.
They are a great example of leadership in New Albany:
Todd Bailey - Former Police Chief
David Brewer - New Albany Building Commissioner
Ed Clere - State Representative
Brian Gadd - Asst. Fire Chief
Roger Jeffers - Newly Appointed Floyd County Parks Superintendent
Chris Morrison - New Albany Tribune
Steve Price - Former Council member and Citizen Activist
Mark Seabrook- Commissioner
John Schellenberger - 4th District County Council
Bill Schmidt - Former City Councilman, and private citizen
Congratulations!
Freedom of Speech Staff
footnote: The following names are listed in alphabetical order only.
They work hard and play by the rules. And most of all they look out for their neighbors, co-workers, and the many needs of the "little people" of New Albany.
It's well known these men have:
* Supported the best interest for New Albany citizens
* Worked with local groups to provide food and supplies for the needy
* Listened to concerns of the public
* Not afraid to stand up for the rights of us citizens
* Supports the best interest of fellow employees
* They put their lives on the line for all New Albany citizens
* Successful businessman who give back to our community
* Goes above and beyond to bring detailed information to the table
* They always lend a helping hand to the citizens of New Albany
* Dedicated to real public service
Freedom Of Speech salutes and appreciates these outstanding 10 men, and their courage to stand up for what is right. These men through generosity and compassion devote themselves to helping others.
They are a great example of leadership in New Albany:
Todd Bailey - Former Police Chief
David Brewer - New Albany Building Commissioner
Ed Clere - State Representative
Brian Gadd - Asst. Fire Chief
Roger Jeffers - Newly Appointed Floyd County Parks Superintendent
Chris Morrison - New Albany Tribune
Steve Price - Former Council member and Citizen Activist
Mark Seabrook- Commissioner
John Schellenberger - 4th District County Council
Bill Schmidt - Former City Councilman, and private citizen
Congratulations!
Freedom of Speech Staff
footnote: The following names are listed in alphabetical order only.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
FREEDOM OF SPEECH SALUTES 10 OUTSTANDING WOMEN OF 2013...
These 10 Outstanding Women have embarked on becoming a new class of leaders for the City of New Albany and that means "Commitment to our community."
It means taking a proactive stance, through involvement in our community that makes a difference.
It means standing as an example for the rest of the community.
It means being leaders, mentors, judges, elected official, advocates, educators, businesswomen, citizens activist, city or county employee, children's advocate that calls on citizens to respond, inspiring all citizens of our community to want to make a difference and get involved.
So, let us tell you about these 10 Outstanding Women:
* She is the first female judge in Floyd County history. She served 15 years in the Floyd County prosecutor's office as chief deputy prosecutor.
* Her tireless effort to establish a safe place for teenagers to meet, thus keeping our children safe and off the streets
* They're bipartisan approach to all citizens makes their offices the most taxpayer friendly in the City County Building
* Successful businesswoman who is dedicated to helping local citizens while protecting the rights of New Albany taxpayers, families and children.
* Devotion to improve education
* Gives hope to the disadvantaged
* CASA - child advocate
* Demonstrates outstanding leadership and acts with courage and nerve
* She is the second youngest judge elected in Floyd County.
These 10 Outstanding Women of New Albany impact each and everyone of us.
Freedom Of Speech is proud to take this opportunity to thank everyone of you for your hard work and acknowledge the tremendous debt this community owes to everyone of you.
We're well aware how difficult and sometimes unrewarding it can be but you can be assured what you 10 Outstanding Women do is "appreciated and is important."
They are a great example of Leadership in New Albany.
Without question, these 10 women have had a significant impact on this city we call home:
Lana Aebersold - County Council, and Business Woman
Shirley Baird - City Council woman
Lois Endris - Floyd County Recorder
Maria Granger - Superior Court Judge
Rebecca Gardenour - Floyd County School Board member, Educator, Retired Social Worker, and Court Appointed Special Advocate and CASA Coordinator
Diane McCartin - Benedetti - Former Council President
Amy McCord - Clere - A true Educator of Foreign Languages
Anna Schmidt - Private Citizen - Taxpayer Advocate
Letty Walters - Private Citizen, sits on several local boards
LeAnne Wiseheart - Former School Board member, CASA member and Real Estate Appraiser
Freedom Of Speech would like to say: We applaud these 10 women and many other women in our community who also work hard to make our community a better place to live. It comes down to individuals making a difference for what they believe in. It shows to the rest of us what is possible.
Congratulations!
Freedom Of Speech Staff
footnote: The following names are listed in alphabetical order only.
It means taking a proactive stance, through involvement in our community that makes a difference.
It means standing as an example for the rest of the community.
It means being leaders, mentors, judges, elected official, advocates, educators, businesswomen, citizens activist, city or county employee, children's advocate that calls on citizens to respond, inspiring all citizens of our community to want to make a difference and get involved.
So, let us tell you about these 10 Outstanding Women:
* She is the first female judge in Floyd County history. She served 15 years in the Floyd County prosecutor's office as chief deputy prosecutor.
* Her tireless effort to establish a safe place for teenagers to meet, thus keeping our children safe and off the streets
* They're bipartisan approach to all citizens makes their offices the most taxpayer friendly in the City County Building
* Successful businesswoman who is dedicated to helping local citizens while protecting the rights of New Albany taxpayers, families and children.
* Devotion to improve education
* Gives hope to the disadvantaged
* CASA - child advocate
* Demonstrates outstanding leadership and acts with courage and nerve
* She is the second youngest judge elected in Floyd County.
These 10 Outstanding Women of New Albany impact each and everyone of us.
Freedom Of Speech is proud to take this opportunity to thank everyone of you for your hard work and acknowledge the tremendous debt this community owes to everyone of you.
We're well aware how difficult and sometimes unrewarding it can be but you can be assured what you 10 Outstanding Women do is "appreciated and is important."
They are a great example of Leadership in New Albany.
Without question, these 10 women have had a significant impact on this city we call home:
Lana Aebersold - County Council, and Business Woman
Shirley Baird - City Council woman
Lois Endris - Floyd County Recorder
Maria Granger - Superior Court Judge
Rebecca Gardenour - Floyd County School Board member, Educator, Retired Social Worker, and Court Appointed Special Advocate and CASA Coordinator
Diane McCartin - Benedetti - Former Council President
Amy McCord - Clere - A true Educator of Foreign Languages
Anna Schmidt - Private Citizen - Taxpayer Advocate
Letty Walters - Private Citizen, sits on several local boards
LeAnne Wiseheart - Former School Board member, CASA member and Real Estate Appraiser
Freedom Of Speech would like to say: We applaud these 10 women and many other women in our community who also work hard to make our community a better place to live. It comes down to individuals making a difference for what they believe in. It shows to the rest of us what is possible.
Congratulations!
Freedom Of Speech Staff
footnote: The following names are listed in alphabetical order only.
Wednesday, January 01, 2014
HAPPY NEW YEAR ~ WE'RE READY!
Due to the self-interest, personal agendas, wheelings and dealings that many of our elected officials have done in 2013, Freedom of Speech has recently purchased a new box of 64 crayons with a sharpener in preparation of our mayor and several council members.
They have made several mistakes in 2013 that we, the taxpayers will hold them accountable for.
NO more bonds secured by our property taxes.
"BEWARE" we are going to hold you accountable and responsible for wasteful spending and mismanagement of taxpayer's dollars in 2014.
Citizens deserve better...But, we're stuck with you all for two more year.We've done our homework...have you?
Happy New Year!
Freedom of Speech Staff
They have made several mistakes in 2013 that we, the taxpayers will hold them accountable for.
NO more bonds secured by our property taxes.
"BEWARE" we are going to hold you accountable and responsible for wasteful spending and mismanagement of taxpayer's dollars in 2014.
Citizens deserve better...But, we're stuck with you all for two more year.We've done our homework...have you?
Happy New Year!
Freedom of Speech Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
ARE YOU ON OUR NAUGHT LIST FOR 2013?
The following employees and council members of the City of New Albany receive their names on our Freedom Of Speech's "Naughty List" for 2013:
Jeff Gahan
Sherry Knight
Warren Nash
Linda Moeller
Shane Gibson
Stan Robison Jr.
John Gonder
Bob Ceasar
Pat McLaughlin
Dan Coffey
Greg Phipps
Scott Blair
David Duggins
Mickey Thompson
Shame on each and everyone of you for what you are doing to the citizens and taxpayers of the City of New Albany!
2015 is NOT that far away.....
Jeff Gahan
Sherry Knight
Warren Nash
Linda Moeller
Shane Gibson
Stan Robison Jr.
John Gonder
Bob Ceasar
Pat McLaughlin
Dan Coffey
Greg Phipps
Scott Blair
David Duggins
Mickey Thompson
Shame on each and everyone of you for what you are doing to the citizens and taxpayers of the City of New Albany!
2015 is NOT that far away.....
Sunday, December 15, 2013
WHO STARTED CHRISTMAS?
A woman was Christmas shopping with her two children.
After many hours of walking down row after row of toys and
After hours of hearing both her children asking for everything
They saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the
Store elevator with her two children in hand.
She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday
Season time of year, getting that perfect gift for every
Single person on our shopping list, overwhelming pressure to
Go to every party, every housewarming, taste all the holiday
Food and treats, making sure we respond to
Everyone who sent us a card.
Finally the elevator doors opened revealing a crowd in the car.
She pushed her way in and dragged her two kids and all her
Bags of stuff in with her.
As the doors closed she couldn't take it anymore and blurted
Out, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be
Found, strung up, and shot."
From the back of the car, a quiet calm voice responded,
"Don't worry, we've already crucified Him." The rest of the
Trip down was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
Don't forget this year to keep the One who started this whole
Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and
Word. If we all would just think how much better this world
Would be.
Jesus is the reason for the season. Wise men still seek Him.
Author Unknown
After many hours of walking down row after row of toys and
After hours of hearing both her children asking for everything
They saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the
Store elevator with her two children in hand.
She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday
Season time of year, getting that perfect gift for every
Single person on our shopping list, overwhelming pressure to
Go to every party, every housewarming, taste all the holiday
Food and treats, making sure we respond to
Everyone who sent us a card.
Finally the elevator doors opened revealing a crowd in the car.
She pushed her way in and dragged her two kids and all her
Bags of stuff in with her.
As the doors closed she couldn't take it anymore and blurted
Out, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be
Found, strung up, and shot."
From the back of the car, a quiet calm voice responded,
"Don't worry, we've already crucified Him." The rest of the
Trip down was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
Don't forget this year to keep the One who started this whole
Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and
Word. If we all would just think how much better this world
Would be.
Jesus is the reason for the season. Wise men still seek Him.
Author Unknown
Friday, December 13, 2013
HEY...IT'S OUR BIRTHDAY!
Time flies when you're having fun, and all of a sudden it's our seventh Birthday!
Just as a child learns much in their seventh year of life, we have too.
We have learned to read between the lines, and many things are not as they appear.
Right, Mr. Gahan?
We have learned the most important thing is to get the facts and numbers out to our readers.
We have the satisfaction of knowing that people are informed of the truth behind the lies, because we have taken the time and initiative to bring it forward.
We have made a difference - whether you agree with us or use our words as your daily humor - you have taken the time out of your life to read what we have to say.
Our motto has always been "if only one person reads what we have to say" we have done our job.
We still believe this...even today!
Our philosophy is "common sense" and seeing things as they really are, and doing things as they should be done.
We would like to thank all our readers for their positive emails and their continued support. It's great to know that so many people read our blog and support what we do.
At the same time, others have let us know that they think our views are muddled, mean spirited, or otherwise incorrect and some have called us racist.
And that's OK with us; we want to hear from everyone that has an intelligent comment about our blog,
We will continue to defend the little people, the working people, and the middle class who play by the rules and pay their taxes.
We appreciate hearing from both political parties and R-o-g-e-r, we even enjoy your criticism, it's nice to be thought of and appreciated.
What's it like Roger to NOT have Price to bully or to write about?
"What's cooler than a new box of crayons for 2013-2014!"
To our Mayor, we promise to keep track of your lies and believe us, we haven't forgotten all those "campaign promises you lied" about....
Gahan, you really have put a "new meaning" to the words: Narcissistic, Liar, Phony, Delusional and a One Termer!
To our dysfunctional City Council, you know the campaign promises you didn't keep and the budget you never really balanced. You ARE the worse Council we have ever had in the history of New Albany.
We applaud Councilman Zurschmiede and Council woman Diane Benedetti and Council woman Shirley Baird for standing up to the new Gang of Six taking their attacks with a grain of salt. Maybe one day those "six ass kissers"of Gahan's, might learn what public service really is!
And a special thank you to our re-elected State Rep. Ed Clere for showing the progressives that the democrats continue to support him.
Oh let's not forget what we have learned from other blogs.
We have learned that Roger still lives in a fish barrel far away from the truth about New Albany, that certain people feel threatened by this little blog we call Freedom Of Speech.
Many others have opened blogs to varying degrees of success.
We are sure others have discovered that it's not easy keeping a blog fresh and current.
New Albany is really a small town and while you are enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner at the local bars or restaurants, people are listening to your conversation and taking notes.
Be careful, several memos and notes have been scanned and emailed to us.
As we know timing is very important in the blog business.
In closing we would like to pass on this "little bit" of information to a special person or two [No, Roger it's not you.]
We do know what you all are up to. And as they say: "every dog" has their day - some sooner than later!
As they say in the blog sphere, take care New Albany we are not going anywhere.
From all of us at Freedom Of Speech, again thanks for your support during the past seven years and here's hoping for many more postings to come.
Party on little people, have a cold Bud Light on us.
Freedom Of Speech Staff
Just as a child learns much in their seventh year of life, we have too.
We have learned to read between the lines, and many things are not as they appear.
Right, Mr. Gahan?
We have learned the most important thing is to get the facts and numbers out to our readers.
We have the satisfaction of knowing that people are informed of the truth behind the lies, because we have taken the time and initiative to bring it forward.
We have made a difference - whether you agree with us or use our words as your daily humor - you have taken the time out of your life to read what we have to say.
Our motto has always been "if only one person reads what we have to say" we have done our job.
We still believe this...even today!
Our philosophy is "common sense" and seeing things as they really are, and doing things as they should be done.
We would like to thank all our readers for their positive emails and their continued support. It's great to know that so many people read our blog and support what we do.
At the same time, others have let us know that they think our views are muddled, mean spirited, or otherwise incorrect and some have called us racist.
And that's OK with us; we want to hear from everyone that has an intelligent comment about our blog,
We will continue to defend the little people, the working people, and the middle class who play by the rules and pay their taxes.
We appreciate hearing from both political parties and R-o-g-e-r, we even enjoy your criticism, it's nice to be thought of and appreciated.
What's it like Roger to NOT have Price to bully or to write about?
"What's cooler than a new box of crayons for 2013-2014!"
To our Mayor, we promise to keep track of your lies and believe us, we haven't forgotten all those "campaign promises you lied" about....
Gahan, you really have put a "new meaning" to the words: Narcissistic, Liar, Phony, Delusional and a One Termer!
To our dysfunctional City Council, you know the campaign promises you didn't keep and the budget you never really balanced. You ARE the worse Council we have ever had in the history of New Albany.
We applaud Councilman Zurschmiede and Council woman Diane Benedetti and Council woman Shirley Baird for standing up to the new Gang of Six taking their attacks with a grain of salt. Maybe one day those "six ass kissers"of Gahan's, might learn what public service really is!
And a special thank you to our re-elected State Rep. Ed Clere for showing the progressives that the democrats continue to support him.
Oh let's not forget what we have learned from other blogs.
We have learned that Roger still lives in a fish barrel far away from the truth about New Albany, that certain people feel threatened by this little blog we call Freedom Of Speech.
Many others have opened blogs to varying degrees of success.
We are sure others have discovered that it's not easy keeping a blog fresh and current.
New Albany is really a small town and while you are enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner at the local bars or restaurants, people are listening to your conversation and taking notes.
Be careful, several memos and notes have been scanned and emailed to us.
As we know timing is very important in the blog business.
In closing we would like to pass on this "little bit" of information to a special person or two [No, Roger it's not you.]
We do know what you all are up to. And as they say: "every dog" has their day - some sooner than later!
As they say in the blog sphere, take care New Albany we are not going anywhere.
From all of us at Freedom Of Speech, again thanks for your support during the past seven years and here's hoping for many more postings to come.
Party on little people, have a cold Bud Light on us.
Freedom Of Speech Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2013
LOCAL DEMOCRATS ROCK.....
Freedom Of Speech would like to thank the many local Democrats who refused to attend Councilman Dan Coffey's fundraiser last evening. It's time to send him a message loud and clear.
"YOU CAN'T AND WON'T BEAT MARK SEABROOK!"
"YOU CAN'T AND WON'T BEAT MARK SEABROOK!"
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
AN OPEN LETTER TO OPRAH :
Oprah seems to forget where she got all her chances to get ahead in this life. She is only looking to smooze with the Obama's. From what we have been reading Michele Obama cannot stand her. If she would or could read she would know Abe Lincoln was a Republican, a Conservative. Down through the years Conservatives have voted much more for civil rights, a much higher percentage than Democrats.
Oprah needs to go to Frantz Kebreau's site ( he is a black man who wrote Stolen History) and find out the truth as to what has been happening in "her" black communities.
Oprah is likely more ignorant than a liar because she is obviously not a reader for she has been too busy counting her money that the white fans have, over the years helped to heap on her.
She is a betrayer to people, not just to White people, but is misleading black people as well. She needs to know what she is talking about.
Who got Oprah where she is today?
Our guess that "white people" but mostly women for the most part.
She definitely is not doing to badily, but better than 90 percent of the who population, white or black.
So Oprah we done your homework for you. This may help:
13 Ammendment: Abolished slavery
100% Republican Support
23% Democrat Support
14 Ammendment that gave Citizenship to Freed Slaves
94% Republican Support
0% Democrat Support
15th Ammendment Right to Vote For All
100% Republican Support
0% Democrat Support
This Obamacare Monstrosity
0% Republican Support
86% Democrat Support
Abraham Lincoln was a Republican
The man who started thr KKK was a Democrat.
So our question to you Oprah: Who has been lying to you blacks and fooling you down through the years?
Oprah needs to go to Frantz Kebreau's site ( he is a black man who wrote Stolen History) and find out the truth as to what has been happening in "her" black communities.
Oprah is likely more ignorant than a liar because she is obviously not a reader for she has been too busy counting her money that the white fans have, over the years helped to heap on her.
She is a betrayer to people, not just to White people, but is misleading black people as well. She needs to know what she is talking about.
Who got Oprah where she is today?
Our guess that "white people" but mostly women for the most part.
She definitely is not doing to badily, but better than 90 percent of the who population, white or black.
So Oprah we done your homework for you. This may help:
13 Ammendment: Abolished slavery
100% Republican Support
23% Democrat Support
14 Ammendment that gave Citizenship to Freed Slaves
94% Republican Support
0% Democrat Support
15th Ammendment Right to Vote For All
100% Republican Support
0% Democrat Support
This Obamacare Monstrosity
0% Republican Support
86% Democrat Support
Abraham Lincoln was a Republican
The man who started thr KKK was a Democrat.
So our question to you Oprah: Who has been lying to you blacks and fooling you down through the years?
Thursday, November 14, 2013
DEMOCRATS BOONDOGGLE....
The problem with Obamacare is the math doesn't add up. You can't cover everybody, increase coverage standards, and cost less all at the same time.
Obama and the Democrats knew this, but they LIED to the American people for their votes.
First rule of thumb is: nothing in life is free.
Our final thoughts:
The government data base isn't in such bad shape. What can go wrong with a spiral notebook and a Bic Pen?
Obama and the Democrats knew this, but they LIED to the American people for their votes.
First rule of thumb is: nothing in life is free.
Our final thoughts:
The government data base isn't in such bad shape. What can go wrong with a spiral notebook and a Bic Pen?
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