It is great that returning phone calls and answering email are campaign issues. It really is an important element of public service. Tony Scallon wrote, "I think the first point of ethics Jason Stone and Scott Vreeland should recommend is to respond to all constituents even those they dislike or disagree with." I agree with this, but the lack of accessibility is a much larger issue than what Tony has mapped out. The issue is much larger than answering the phone. Without accurate information to share or some kind of process or policy that encourages and integrates citizen involvement, responding to constituents is just campaign rhetoric. I want a copy of the current Park Board line item budget so I can work on strategic priorities. There are none available. Will Commissioner Kummer provide a copy to constituents?
I want a well run, well managed Park Board. "Responding to all constituents" means little if there is a lack of ability to understand and communicate complex issues and effectively advocate for the long term viability of the Park system. Commissioner Kummer did not return my calls last year when I wanted to talk about her hiring a Superintendent that was never interviewed. But I am a lot more concerned that tax dollars are spent well and wisely, than if someone returns my calls. Thanks, Scott Vreeland Seward REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:mpls@mnforum.org Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
