Considering that taking care of city streets is one of the most basic city services tax dollars can pay for, one wonders why this is suddenly a priority.  If Sandusky has money to spend on "economic development" the streets should be in tip top shape.

Right?

I understand that some people are curious about my previous relationship with Elsebeth Baumgartner.  Initially I didn't want to get into that subject matter because it creates an endless back and forth type argument that serves no purpose.  However, I realize some people have legitimate concerns

What this information is supposed to mean, I'm not sure because it's a non-answer to serious questions about the overall cost of the Nuesse debacle.

From the city's website:

Did you know that the city of Sandusky did not apply for federal stimulus funds for the West End Grade Separation Project?

A reader just pointed out that he missed several articles posted on 411 because he's getting to each article by the hyperlink from the homepage. 

Just to note:  In order to read this entire blog, a reader has to click on the Firelands411 banner.

Everyone loves a summer blockbuster.

Responsive government isn't something you can change overnight.  It's a cultural type thing that has to be pushed consistently - and not just when an election is around the corner.  (That's actually when you should be watching out for the phoneys.)

City Commissioner Dan Kaman:

Kick back and enjoy the first installment of The Sandbox!

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[Cut to city commission planning session, in progress]