Author Archives
-
Meet Painesville Manager & New Police Chief
For Painesville residents you might like to meet your new police chief and the City Manager…here are the particulars of where and when… Meet-Greet_Monica_and_Dan
-
NAFTA..the big, big deception on all of us….
Most citizens have no idea what NAFTA means. It is a scam to increase corporate profits to the determent of U.S. workers. Here is an article that does a great job of explaining what is happening and why it is… Read More ›
-
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center…financial results
I never realized social work could be so profitable….. The Lake County ADAMHS Board has been supporting the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center with a payment of $28,000 for each of the last three years – 2015, 2016, and 2017 –… Read More ›
-
Chain migration explained
You have probably heard of chain migration. The objective of our immigration laws where changed by Congress in 1965 from “merit based system” that allows for assimilation to one of “family reunification”. Here is an article by the Federation for… Read More ›
-
For the betterment of mankind or for profit?…you decide
Earlier this year, when I was trying to gain some knowledge about the opioid epidemic that was ravaging Lake County, I went to get information from the Lake – Geauga Recovery Center located in Mentor. I was given their standard… Read More ›
-
John Basilone – World War ll Medal of Honor Winner
My father-in-law, George Basilone, was always proud to have the same last name as the World War ll hero, John Basilone (also known as Manilla John). John is a legend in the Marine Corp, being the only enlisted recipient of… Read More ›
-
U.S. Armed Forces Insignias..
U.S. Army – U.S Marines U.S. Air Force U.S. Coast Guard
-
Unrig the Economy
I attended a meeting sponsored by Americans for Prosperity at Landerhaven today. Their keynote speaker was Ohio Senator Rob Portman. AFP’s five principles of tax reform are: Simple – Lower rates – Fewer Deductions – Eliminate Loopholes, Exemptions, or Deductions… Read More ›
-
Bridges: Mental Health Consumer Empowerment
A very disturbing statistic that I learned from the ADAMHS Board is that ~25% of our population has some type mental health issue. That is quite a remarkable – one out of every 4 people have a mental health issue!… Read More ›
-
ADAMHS Board….meet & greet
For those that would like to meet the ADAMHS Board executives and staff you have a chance at their Holiday Open House… When: December 18th from 4:00 – 6:00 pm Where: Their offices, Suite 205, main floor Victoria Place on… Read More ›
-
Affordable housing…look for more “stack and pack” solutions in the future.
Here is an article that may not impact Lake County now, but it will come eventually. http://www.publicnewsservice.org/2017-11-16/budget-policy-and-priorities/affordable-housing-and-medicaid-costs-making-the-connection/a60284-1
-
Signature Health…what’s up?
We sent our letter to Signature Health asking for their Form 990 for the last five years. We received a response from their President and CEO stating that for the past five years they have been a for-profit S corporation,… Read More ›
-
Fun at Lake MetroParks….
Some wonderful Christmas events planned by the Lake MetroParks: http://www.lakemetroparks.com/events-activities/events/candy-land-has-gone-wild http://www.lakemetroparks.com/events-activities/events/farmpark-toy-workshop?s=636471180000000000&e=636473052000000000 Sorry, but their event “Country Lights” has been sold out.
-
Lake Metroparks Board Meeting
A few of us attended the Lake Metroparks Board meeting on Wednesday, November 15th, at their administrative offices on Spear Road in Concord. It seems to be a very well run organization, and proud of their achievements. They measure their… Read More ›
-
Catholic Charities….big business…
We report…..you decide if they are good stewards of the taxpayers’ funds…When reviewing their services rendered I wondered if there is redundancy of services being offered by many other agencies. There is some high priced help in this organization that… Read More ›
-
Abolish Property Taxes…
We thought you might like to read an article from our friend and Bible scholar, Mr. Leonard Gilbert. Abolition Property Taxes page 1 Abolition Property Taxes page 2 Leonard is correct when he says that most people would argue that… Read More ›
-
What does it cost to place a tax levy on the ballot?
The cost to place a levy or an issue on the ballot is based on several factors. A normal scheduled election is on “even” years….2018, 2020, 2022, etc. However, “odd” year elections are usually held in May or August. The… Read More ›
-
Port Authority news…
Thanks to the News-Herald for this news….
-
ADAMHS part 2…a quest for answers
After reviewing the financial information provided to us by the Ms. Kim Fraser, Executive Director, we generated several questions that we are asking her in the following letter: Letter to ADAMHS Board 11-13-17 We have also provided copies of the… Read More ›
-
Lobbyists for Illegal Aliens
Our thanks to Patriot 8998 for this post. Our State of Ohio legislators are inundated with special interest lobbyists. Here are two paid registered lobbyists for OCHLA (Ohio Commission of Hispanic / Latino Affairs)…. Lilleana Cavanaugh 77 S. High Street,… Read More ›
-
Lake Metroparks Meetings in 2017
The Lake Metroparks Board of Directors meeting locations is: Lake Metroparks Administrative Offices 11211 Spear Road Concord Township, OH 44077 (440) 639-7275 The remaining 2017 meetings are on November 15th, and December 20th at 5:00 pm. Lake County Probate Court… Read More ›
-
Saluting a Mentor Veteran
Progressive Insurance Corp. held their 5th annual Keys to Progress event to publicly recognize those who have dedicated their lives to serving our county and communities. Progressive gave away 150 vehicles to veterans in need all around the country today…. Read More ›
-
ADAMHS Board Finances
The ADAMHS Board has requested a renewal levy be placed on the ballot in May 2018. We have requested financial information from them to ensure that they are good stewards of the taxpayers’ money. We have started the analysis of… Read More ›
-
Get the U.S. out of the U.N. and the U.N. out of the U.S.
I attended the presentation by John McManus, JBS President Emeritus, at the Holiday Inn Independence. The subject was “Get the US out of the United Nations”. Mr. McManus is very well informed about the conspiracy to destroy sovereignty of the… Read More ›
-
Lake County’s Biggest Economic Problems?
According to the 2016 Lake County Port Authority annual report, the top four economic problems facing businesses in Lake County. (Based on a survey of businessmen) Lack of qualified candidates to fill current job openings. (52% of respondents) Retirement of… Read More ›