Wizard- I think that's really an unfair assessment about Robert. While Robert was not in a position of "power" in the decisions made about Portland Place, he was a very active volunteer in West Phillips and a leader in that community. He attended meetings, gave input, and probably lobbied a great deal which is about all any neighborhood volunteer can do.
I worked intensively with Robert for two years. He is passionate, intelligent, and approaches issues openly with common sense. His personal involvement in housing development will bring a great deal of "nuts and bolts" decision-making to how the city handles housing development in the future. The thing I like most about Robert is that he is the first one to admit that he doesn't know everything and expresses a great willingness to listen and be educated. I wish more people were like that. With all the talk of re-organizing and re-structuring city departments and agencies, I believe that Robert will be a tremendous asset to these discussion not only for the eighth ward but for the entire city. I have a great deal of respect in him and am proud that he has been positive and stayed on the high road in his campaign. Barb Lickness Whittier __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Make a great connection at Yahoo! Personals. http://personals.yahoo.com _______________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
