The Minerva Park PD Facebook page reports:
"Minerva Park PD had a report of two vacant houses for sale which were found burglarized over the weekend. Copper was removed from inside both houses. Please be aware of this information and if you see vehicles parked outside vacant homes for sale or unfamiliar persons, please call us right away to have the situation checked out. The quickest way to reach an officer is through the dispatch number: 525-3333."
It appears the Minerva Park reputation may be declining. These houses are located on Wildwood, about 5 lots away from Cleveland Ave.
It bears a reminder to be cautious and safe. If you have a vacant home, general ideas to make it look less vacant are: timed lights, keeping curtains closed, keeping up with the lawn care, keeping a vehicle there or rotating vehicles, coming and going frequently. It's a lot of work, but it may save you several thousand dollars in home value--a home without plumbing and with evidence that it has been robbed of it is going to be a lot harder to sell.
Showing posts with label police. Show all posts
Showing posts with label police. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
Friday, March 29, 2013
Minerva Park Bandit
Several of our cars were invaded last night. The police I spoke with were very helpful and understanding.
Apparently there is a homeless man who goes around the park taking change, cigarettes, and food from unlocked cars.
This has been happening for years. Nothing of value taken but items rifled through and your car is a mess when you leave for work.
The police say that they are trying to catch him in the act and nearly did but will increase awareness during the late night/early morning hours.
Doors are left agar so as not to wake anyone with the sound of closing them. The photos are what I found this morning in my driveway.
Apparently there is a homeless man who goes around the park taking change, cigarettes, and food from unlocked cars.
This has been happening for years. Nothing of value taken but items rifled through and your car is a mess when you leave for work.
The police say that they are trying to catch him in the act and nearly did but will increase awareness during the late night/early morning hours.
Doors are left agar so as not to wake anyone with the sound of closing them. The photos are what I found this morning in my driveway.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Police Coverage
Any thoughts on police coverage lately?
I have noticed that I haven't seen patrolling down my street as much recently, and thought it might be worth noting.
I have noticed that I haven't seen patrolling down my street as much recently, and thought it might be worth noting.
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Conversations with Citizens/Elected Officials
Word has it that officers have been ordered not to speak to residents for a "prolonged period" unless it is specifically official business. No fraternizing with the residents. There is a legitimate purpose for this in that officers aren't being ineffective and talking to residents while they should be patrolling, however it takes a lot of the community out of it and makes the officers feel almost inaccessible, or removed from the community.
Here's a copy of the memo (Public Record) from the Police Chief on Conversing with Citizens/Elected Officials
I do believe the Chief has the safety of the Village at heart, and in speaking with her she is courteous and professional. It seems to me, though, that she expects to be the only path of communication between residents and the police force. Either this be of her own accord of that of the Mayor. Yes, this could quell untrue rumors, but in our small community, it seems like it's more to keep us under the impression the Villager gives. Everything's peachy here. It looks like it, until you start asking questions no one wants to answer.
If I were a veteran officer, accustomed to being friendly with all residents, I would be disheartened to have received this. Things aren't the way they used to be around here. I'm almost afraid to be friendly with the officers myself, for fear they could be reprimanded for it.
Or maybe I'm just wrong and this is completely necessary. You have the order in front of you, take from it what you wish.
Executive Sessions
I found this post in Drafts from August, and felt it should still be published. I haven't updated the numbers or data since its original drafting.
Since January 2011, there have been at least five executive sessions held with the mayor and some or all of council.
I say at least because I (a resident) almost didn't know about two of these executive sessions. They were held during Safety Committee Meetings, which were posted on the bulletin board in front of the community building a short time before the meeting was to be held. I don't doubt that they were within the extent of the law because they were likely there 24 hours beforehand (the time set by the Ohio Revised Code), however they were likely posted not much earlier than that. Some committee meetings are planned months in advance, the dates brought up in regular council meetings and work sessions, however these were not.
The following is a list of the dates on which executive sessions have been held:
April 9 - During a council work session, involving "personnel matters", the Police Chief Kim Nuesse and Clerk-Treasurer Suzanne Coulter were invited.
May 7 - During a council work session, the Police Chief and Clerk-Treasurer were invited.
July 18 - During a Safety Committee Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Jennifer Croghan
July 25 - During a Safety Committee Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Jennifer Croghan
August 8 - During a regular Council Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Gene Hollins
All of these executive sessions are said to have involved "personnel matters" involving the police. Some, also, are said to involve pending litigation.
As she reported in the August Villager, since Nuesse became chief, two officers have resigned, and though she listed one terminated, it has become two as of July 18th.
Something is going on with our police force, and it doesn't look as if it's good. I whole-heartedly support our police in Minerva Park, but it seems there have been some issues since at least April, when these executive sessions started popping up so frequently.
[As of 1/15/12, the executive sessions continue, due to pending litigation and personnel matters. Like clockwork there are issues needed to be discussed each month, at nearly each meeting I have witnessed.]
Since January 2011, there have been at least five executive sessions held with the mayor and some or all of council.
I say at least because I (a resident) almost didn't know about two of these executive sessions. They were held during Safety Committee Meetings, which were posted on the bulletin board in front of the community building a short time before the meeting was to be held. I don't doubt that they were within the extent of the law because they were likely there 24 hours beforehand (the time set by the Ohio Revised Code), however they were likely posted not much earlier than that. Some committee meetings are planned months in advance, the dates brought up in regular council meetings and work sessions, however these were not.
The following is a list of the dates on which executive sessions have been held:
April 9 - During a council work session, involving "personnel matters", the Police Chief Kim Nuesse and Clerk-Treasurer Suzanne Coulter were invited.
May 7 - During a council work session, the Police Chief and Clerk-Treasurer were invited.
July 18 - During a Safety Committee Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Jennifer Croghan
July 25 - During a Safety Committee Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Jennifer Croghan
August 8 - During a regular Council Meeting, inviting the Police Chief and legal counsel Gene Hollins
All of these executive sessions are said to have involved "personnel matters" involving the police. Some, also, are said to involve pending litigation.
As she reported in the August Villager, since Nuesse became chief, two officers have resigned, and though she listed one terminated, it has become two as of July 18th.
Something is going on with our police force, and it doesn't look as if it's good. I whole-heartedly support our police in Minerva Park, but it seems there have been some issues since at least April, when these executive sessions started popping up so frequently.
[As of 1/15/12, the executive sessions continue, due to pending litigation and personnel matters. Like clockwork there are issues needed to be discussed each month, at nearly each meeting I have witnessed.]
Friday, January 6, 2012
Police Message Regarding Burglary
The following is a scanned image of the message from our police department regarding the burglary that occurred, as previously posted, last week. The fliers were sent out on mailboxes to inform residents.
In case the above is illegible, it reads:
I have heard another door was tried in a separate incident after the first, but I do not know this to be a fact. Either way, it serves again to remind us to be cautious. This is a good opportunity to be in contact with your neighbors and keep everyone aware. A small change of habit from simply closing the door to closing and locking it can protect your family, your home, and your piece of mind.
In case the above is illegible, it reads:
Dear Village of Minerva Park Resident:
The Minerva Park Police Department is informing you of a recent burglary that occurred this past week. Suspects entered through an unlocked front door and took valuables while the residents were home and in another room.
During the course of the investigation, we learned that Columbus Police have been experiencing a rash of burglaries in the area that occurred during daytime or early evening hours where suspects were trying unlocked front doors to make entry into a home or were entering through open garage doors into a residence.
While we have only had one report of this type of crime in our community, we would like to prevent any future occurrences. Please be aware of this criminal activity and take precautions by closing your garage doors and locking your entrance doors (front and back), even when you are home. If anyone appears at your residence who you do not know or if you see any activity you believe is out of place, call us right away at 882-1223 (dispatch number) and ask for an officer to check on the suspicious person.
Yours truly,
Chief Kim Nuesse
Minerva Park PoliceI have heard another door was tried in a separate incident after the first, but I do not know this to be a fact. Either way, it serves again to remind us to be cautious. This is a good opportunity to be in contact with your neighbors and keep everyone aware. A small change of habit from simply closing the door to closing and locking it can protect your family, your home, and your piece of mind.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Crime in Minerva Park
Word on the street has it there was a home invasion within our community in the past week. This serves as a reminder to be cautious and secure your home. I am sorry to hear of this, and don't have hard facts as to what really occurred, but apparently the family was home when the "break in" happened; sometime between 7 and 11 pm.
I would advise residents to lock their doors and keep outdoor lights on. A classic after-Christmas tip off for burglars is boxes outside from expensive Christmas gifts; be aware of this when disposing of your packaging.
In previous winters we have experienced minor vandalism within the park. On multiple occasions our vehicles have been opened and change was taken from the ashtrays. No one was hurt, but it goes to show a larger crime could easily occur. These were reported to the Mayor in the past, though there isn't much to be done about it other than increased patrolling, community awareness, and perhaps increased lighting.
In the instance in the past week, I heard about it through neighborly word of mouth, thanks to our police chief asking a neighbor to spread the word. Keep your neighbors aware, and be cautious throughout the winter.
I would advise residents to lock their doors and keep outdoor lights on. A classic after-Christmas tip off for burglars is boxes outside from expensive Christmas gifts; be aware of this when disposing of your packaging.
In previous winters we have experienced minor vandalism within the park. On multiple occasions our vehicles have been opened and change was taken from the ashtrays. No one was hurt, but it goes to show a larger crime could easily occur. These were reported to the Mayor in the past, though there isn't much to be done about it other than increased patrolling, community awareness, and perhaps increased lighting.
In the instance in the past week, I heard about it through neighborly word of mouth, thanks to our police chief asking a neighbor to spread the word. Keep your neighbors aware, and be cautious throughout the winter.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Happy Halloween
With the election coming up and political issues of high interest lately, it's been a while since many positive posts have been made here. While partaking in Beggar's Night with the young ones, I was reminded of the nostalgia of growing up in Minerva Park.
The rounds my child makes are the same as I once did, though a few homeowners and homes themselves have changed. It makes me think of the long resident families that have three or more generations of Minerva Park history tied to them. The community I saw last night was live and vibrant. There were lots of young families (naturally, seeing as it is largely a children's event) and many residents generously answered the calls of "trick-or-treat" from the newest generation in Minerva Park.
One of the things that takes me back to my childhood memories of Minerva Park and Beggar's Night is the police force slowly patrolling our neighborhood, stopping to pass out candy to the kids every block. As far as I know they have done this without fail every year and I think it is a great way to tie our police force into our community, something that should be preserved in our great village. I'd bet that most of those who previously did the trick-or-treating here would also remember the police stopping to hand out candy to them as well. I'm glad to see this continue.
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Halloween, and look forward to seeing the turn out again next year.
If you have any holiday memories from Minerva Park, please comment and share!
The rounds my child makes are the same as I once did, though a few homeowners and homes themselves have changed. It makes me think of the long resident families that have three or more generations of Minerva Park history tied to them. The community I saw last night was live and vibrant. There were lots of young families (naturally, seeing as it is largely a children's event) and many residents generously answered the calls of "trick-or-treat" from the newest generation in Minerva Park.
One of the things that takes me back to my childhood memories of Minerva Park and Beggar's Night is the police force slowly patrolling our neighborhood, stopping to pass out candy to the kids every block. As far as I know they have done this without fail every year and I think it is a great way to tie our police force into our community, something that should be preserved in our great village. I'd bet that most of those who previously did the trick-or-treating here would also remember the police stopping to hand out candy to them as well. I'm glad to see this continue.
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Halloween, and look forward to seeing the turn out again next year.
If you have any holiday memories from Minerva Park, please comment and share!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Special Council Meeting/Appeal Hearing
Tomorrow, September 21st, 2011, there will be a Special Council Meeting/Appeal Hearing for Patrolman Jason Gross (otherwise known as a former MP police officer, in case you too feel "patrolman" insufficiently describes his service to our community).
The meeting will be held at 5:30pm at the Community Building.
Details to follow.
The meeting will be held at 5:30pm at the Community Building.
Details to follow.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Chief Kim Nuesse
Last night the appointment of the new Minerva Park Police Chief, Kim Nuesse, was made official and accepted by Council.
The Village has done a good job touting her achievements, I have to say. She was featured on the cover of the February 2011 issue of The Villager, with a total of nearly three pages devoted to her appointment.
She has done many things in her career, and so far she has done a lot for our Police Department, though in my opinion not all of them good; some of the fired veteran officers we had likely agree. However, it is what it is and she is now officially accepted by Council.
In this post I hope to bring clarity to the timeline of her appointment and divulge some of the information that I feel was nearly covered up by those in charge of publishing and recommending Ms. Nuesse.
September 3, 2010- The Sandusky Register reports that Kim Nuesse has filed an appeal with the Sixth District Court of Appeals
September 20, 2010- Minerva Park's Public Safety Liaison begins work
October 11, 2010- Minerva Park Council ratifies the creation of a Public Safety Liaison to assist with the search for a new Police Chief. Pay set to $25/hour for an estimated 20 hour work week for a period of four to six months. Three readings waived on this resolution, declared an emergency.
December 13, 2010- Minerva Park Council establishes a pay range for the Chief of Police, set between $50,000 to $70,000 per year. Two readings waived, passed the same date as first reading, as an emergency. The previous pay range for the position was $43,001 to $48,000 set February 12, 2007 by resolution 2007-6.
December 27, 2010- Kimberly Nuesse resigns as Sandusky City Commissioner
December 29, 2010- The Morning Journal reports Kim Nuesse's resignation, stating: "Nuesse cited new employment opportunities and relocation as reasons for resigning. She would not say where she might be relocating to."...
January 8, 2011- Minerva Park's Safety Committee, Public Safety Liaison Jeff Miller, and Lynn Eisentrout presented Kim Nuesse as their "unanimous choice" out of 43 applicants nation-wide.
January 10, 2011- Minerva Park Council approves an ordinance setting forth the terms of employment for the Police Chief, in response to the letter of intent to Ms. Nuesse, increasing the vacation time of the position. Three readings waived, passed as an emergency.
January 14, 2011- Kim Nuesse is sworn in as Police Chief of Minerva Park
January 19, 2011- Kim Nuesse's live interview with Matt Westerhold of the Sandusky Register is posted online, in which she states that she decided to resign in late December to move on to greener pastures, she was "in search of full time work while this appeals process is sorting itself out" and has located potential job opportunities in the Columbus area, but that she couldn't say where but that she was hopeful and it was very promising.
When asked what she would do if working in the Columbus area and offered her position as Sandusky's Police Chief her answer was that she would take things one step at a time.
January 24, 2011- Official start date of Kim Nuesse's position as Police Chief of Minerva Park.
January 25, 2011- The Sandusky Register reports Nuesse is a police chief once again.
Perhaps more later on her achievements during this time in the Village.
July 11, 2011- Minerva Park Council passed a resolution affirming the appointment of Kim Nuesse as Police Chief of Minerva Park. Readings were held June 13, June 20, and July 11, 2011.
At the July Council Meeting, several spoke highly of Chief Nuesse, dismissing findings on the internet. A particular issue was brought up that seems to have been previously overlooked can be found in this document, the ruling of the case between Kimberly Nuesse and the City of Sandusky, in which she was found to have failed to be absolutely honest. Sounds much like our current Mayor if you ask me, but that's what research is for. Look for yourself.
We now have her as our Police Chief, and I hope she can do great things for our village, while she's here. She has shown initiative and does hold a long list of accomplishments, and only time can tell what she will bring to us, we'll have to take that one day at a time.
Given the way things were presented (or, NOT presented) to residents and the fact that these issues of character were overlooked I would not say that I agree with Council's decision last night, but as of yet they don't care to listen anyway.
The Village has done a good job touting her achievements, I have to say. She was featured on the cover of the February 2011 issue of The Villager, with a total of nearly three pages devoted to her appointment.
She has done many things in her career, and so far she has done a lot for our Police Department, though in my opinion not all of them good; some of the fired veteran officers we had likely agree. However, it is what it is and she is now officially accepted by Council.
In this post I hope to bring clarity to the timeline of her appointment and divulge some of the information that I feel was nearly covered up by those in charge of publishing and recommending Ms. Nuesse.
September 3, 2010- The Sandusky Register reports that Kim Nuesse has filed an appeal with the Sixth District Court of Appeals
September 20, 2010- Minerva Park's Public Safety Liaison begins work
October 11, 2010- Minerva Park Council ratifies the creation of a Public Safety Liaison to assist with the search for a new Police Chief. Pay set to $25/hour for an estimated 20 hour work week for a period of four to six months. Three readings waived on this resolution, declared an emergency.
December 13, 2010- Minerva Park Council establishes a pay range for the Chief of Police, set between $50,000 to $70,000 per year. Two readings waived, passed the same date as first reading, as an emergency. The previous pay range for the position was $43,001 to $48,000 set February 12, 2007 by resolution 2007-6.
December 27, 2010- Kimberly Nuesse resigns as Sandusky City Commissioner
December 29, 2010- The Morning Journal reports Kim Nuesse's resignation, stating: "Nuesse cited new employment opportunities and relocation as reasons for resigning. She would not say where she might be relocating to."...
January 8, 2011- Minerva Park's Safety Committee, Public Safety Liaison Jeff Miller, and Lynn Eisentrout presented Kim Nuesse as their "unanimous choice" out of 43 applicants nation-wide.
January 10, 2011- Minerva Park Council approves an ordinance setting forth the terms of employment for the Police Chief, in response to the letter of intent to Ms. Nuesse, increasing the vacation time of the position. Three readings waived, passed as an emergency.
January 14, 2011- Kim Nuesse is sworn in as Police Chief of Minerva Park
January 19, 2011- Kim Nuesse's live interview with Matt Westerhold of the Sandusky Register is posted online, in which she states that she decided to resign in late December to move on to greener pastures, she was "in search of full time work while this appeals process is sorting itself out" and has located potential job opportunities in the Columbus area, but that she couldn't say where but that she was hopeful and it was very promising.
When asked what she would do if working in the Columbus area and offered her position as Sandusky's Police Chief her answer was that she would take things one step at a time.
January 24, 2011- Official start date of Kim Nuesse's position as Police Chief of Minerva Park.
January 25, 2011- The Sandusky Register reports Nuesse is a police chief once again.
Perhaps more later on her achievements during this time in the Village.
July 11, 2011- Minerva Park Council passed a resolution affirming the appointment of Kim Nuesse as Police Chief of Minerva Park. Readings were held June 13, June 20, and July 11, 2011.
At the July Council Meeting, several spoke highly of Chief Nuesse, dismissing findings on the internet. A particular issue was brought up that seems to have been previously overlooked can be found in this document, the ruling of the case between Kimberly Nuesse and the City of Sandusky, in which she was found to have failed to be absolutely honest. Sounds much like our current Mayor if you ask me, but that's what research is for. Look for yourself.
We now have her as our Police Chief, and I hope she can do great things for our village, while she's here. She has shown initiative and does hold a long list of accomplishments, and only time can tell what she will bring to us, we'll have to take that one day at a time.
Given the way things were presented (or, NOT presented) to residents and the fact that these issues of character were overlooked I would not say that I agree with Council's decision last night, but as of yet they don't care to listen anyway.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
July 2011 Villager
Opening this month's Villager, I found it much improved compared to last month's issue. The bias is less apparent, I suppose.
The issue can be found online, here.
While I encourage you to read it in full or at least an overview, here are my thoughts, as a resident, on it.
Lynn's Mayor's Report included a piece on the Yard Waste pick up. It was a good clarification of the "regulations" as she said, however I found it interesting that they claim the "garbage drivers think it is yard waste and leave it for the yard waste drivers and vice versa" when a can contains both some garbage and some yard waste or vice versa. I found this interesting because almost every week, yard waste comes through first, then the recycling truck, and then, much later in the day, garbage pick up. How could the garbage people think it's going to be picked up by the yard waste truck, when they've already been through and neighboring cans are empty of yard waste? Either way, she gave us a clarification of the regs. and I suppose we can easily enough follow them. There are labels at the Community Building if you need/desire any for your cans.
The Mayor's Report also included a piece from the Council Meeting on Finance, in which they sum up the happenings in the Public Hearing of the Budget that was held 30 minutes before the regular council meeting. I have to say, I don't believe this short collection of sentences is a full and accurate account of what happened or what was questioned or said, but at least it was acknowledged, I suppose.
The report of the Council Meeting ends with a note that the Council Meeting retired into Executive session, which seems to be an "as usual" recently. There have been at least three executive sessions in the last four months that I am aware of. Hmm....something with "personnel" is going on. More on this with the Police Chief's piece....
Also, "Where are You?" is interesting. I'm glad it was included, because we need more residents to get involved. But I have to wonder if this was included because they need more residents involved. Lynn is up for re-election this year, and she won by little in the last race. This year the Late Jack Murray will not be running, and if one should run against her she stands a chance at losing. Considering the source, this doesn't feel sincere. The facts on the 2007 election are sobering though, only 35.5% of Minerva Park residents voted in our races.
Of note: the Minerva Park Green Team is on Facebook, check 'em out if you're interested.
Now, to Chief Nuesse's piece, "On the Beat". I think this was filled with valuable information for residents. I myself have wondered what constitutes a 9-1-1 call or a call to the non-emergency line (882-1223).
I did notice the "New Officers" paragraph as well. These are the officers replacing the two recently fired. Supposedly what those "Executive Sessions on Personnel matters" were about. I hope these new recruits will prove as valuable to the Village as their predecessors have, but I'd like to see less Executive session and more value of the officers who know this village and have served here for years.
I also found it a bit ironic that she states "Would you like to meet your officers and get to know what the crime trends are to better protect you and your family?" when just weeks ago there was an order put out basically stating that officers were not to speak to residents for "a prolonged period". The Chief states residents can call her to set up a time and place, in the Villager.
Otherwise, I did find her piece informative and useful.
The Garage Sale Fund Raiser is coming up next month, something I and many I know look forward to every year. Registrations are due August 10th, 7:00pm to Dianne Poncinie.
Also of note, Suzanne Coulter, resigned Clerk-Treasurer, is still managing the Village finances. While I disagree with her attitude and some of her opinions, and previously how involved she managed to make her opinions though her position did not merit it, the Village does owe her some gratitude for maintaining the Village accounts. She could have left us high and dry in immediate need of a replacement, and she has chosen not to. Though I don't typically have much nice to say about her because of what I have seen in the Community Building out of her, I do realize the value of her work, particularly now that she is choosing to do so when she doesn't have to.
Overall, I felt this issue of the Villager was less propaganda, less opinionated, and less biased, though we still have to consider the source.
The issue can be found online, here.
While I encourage you to read it in full or at least an overview, here are my thoughts, as a resident, on it.
Lynn's Mayor's Report included a piece on the Yard Waste pick up. It was a good clarification of the "regulations" as she said, however I found it interesting that they claim the "garbage drivers think it is yard waste and leave it for the yard waste drivers and vice versa" when a can contains both some garbage and some yard waste or vice versa. I found this interesting because almost every week, yard waste comes through first, then the recycling truck, and then, much later in the day, garbage pick up. How could the garbage people think it's going to be picked up by the yard waste truck, when they've already been through and neighboring cans are empty of yard waste? Either way, she gave us a clarification of the regs. and I suppose we can easily enough follow them. There are labels at the Community Building if you need/desire any for your cans.
The Mayor's Report also included a piece from the Council Meeting on Finance, in which they sum up the happenings in the Public Hearing of the Budget that was held 30 minutes before the regular council meeting. I have to say, I don't believe this short collection of sentences is a full and accurate account of what happened or what was questioned or said, but at least it was acknowledged, I suppose.
The report of the Council Meeting ends with a note that the Council Meeting retired into Executive session, which seems to be an "as usual" recently. There have been at least three executive sessions in the last four months that I am aware of. Hmm....something with "personnel" is going on. More on this with the Police Chief's piece....
Also, "Where are You?" is interesting. I'm glad it was included, because we need more residents to get involved. But I have to wonder if this was included because they need more residents involved. Lynn is up for re-election this year, and she won by little in the last race. This year the Late Jack Murray will not be running, and if one should run against her she stands a chance at losing. Considering the source, this doesn't feel sincere. The facts on the 2007 election are sobering though, only 35.5% of Minerva Park residents voted in our races.
Of note: the Minerva Park Green Team is on Facebook, check 'em out if you're interested.
Now, to Chief Nuesse's piece, "On the Beat". I think this was filled with valuable information for residents. I myself have wondered what constitutes a 9-1-1 call or a call to the non-emergency line (882-1223).
I did notice the "New Officers" paragraph as well. These are the officers replacing the two recently fired. Supposedly what those "Executive Sessions on Personnel matters" were about. I hope these new recruits will prove as valuable to the Village as their predecessors have, but I'd like to see less Executive session and more value of the officers who know this village and have served here for years.
I also found it a bit ironic that she states "Would you like to meet your officers and get to know what the crime trends are to better protect you and your family?" when just weeks ago there was an order put out basically stating that officers were not to speak to residents for "a prolonged period". The Chief states residents can call her to set up a time and place, in the Villager.
Otherwise, I did find her piece informative and useful.
The Garage Sale Fund Raiser is coming up next month, something I and many I know look forward to every year. Registrations are due August 10th, 7:00pm to Dianne Poncinie.
Also of note, Suzanne Coulter, resigned Clerk-Treasurer, is still managing the Village finances. While I disagree with her attitude and some of her opinions, and previously how involved she managed to make her opinions though her position did not merit it, the Village does owe her some gratitude for maintaining the Village accounts. She could have left us high and dry in immediate need of a replacement, and she has chosen not to. Though I don't typically have much nice to say about her because of what I have seen in the Community Building out of her, I do realize the value of her work, particularly now that she is choosing to do so when she doesn't have to.
Overall, I felt this issue of the Villager was less propaganda, less opinionated, and less biased, though we still have to consider the source.
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