I'm not sure if Mr. Huseman just has a set of brass balls, or is so stupid to think he's Gods gift to Gonzales. Recently I saw a document that Mr. Huseman had drawn up for the purchase of some land that he wanted purchased for parks through GEDC. The contract that he had drawn up read, "David Huseman on Behalf of GEDC".
Now first of all this order was put in on 1/29/10. It was sent to the GEDC for their meeting one week before the election in April. Now I'm certain that in the 3 months interim Mr Huseman meant to tell the GEDC board about it, and it just slipped his mind. Really? Our city manager just let it slip? At $60,000 deal?
But worst of all, who the hell does this guy think he is making deals for the GEDC? Last I saw he wasn't on that board in any capacity, and sure doesn't speak for them! They are an independent board that manages the money. His comment, "Well you have money set aside for parks". *slapping forehead* So he just decided he could spend it the way he wanted to. Doesn't matter that we have a board set up to make those decisions.
GEDC does have approximately $100,000 set aside earmarked as 'parks' for the JB Wells area. But again, Mr. Huseman decided that it's ok, he knows better than the rest of the city, and obviously what's best for ......I'm not sure who he know best for.
Speaking of boards, what gives Mr. Huseman the right to set up a Texas Center board? Seems to me the charter says that only our city council has the right to set up committees.
You know Mr. Huseman was let go from his last position because he 'wasn't a good fit'. I'm beginning to thing his attitude is getting him there once again. The man forgets that he works for us, the city, and more specifically the city council. And let's not think he's not playing politics.
Don't think the mind slippage he had wasn't politically motivated. Don't think that not getting a copy of the city financials out to the city council on the last meeting before elections wasn't politically motivated. Don't think that his actions aren't all calculated to cover his rear and allow those who won't question his motives and actions.
Why are we dumping in the river at all? Why are we spending emergency funds? Why are we not holding Mr. Huseman responsible for his actions? Come on City Council, let's have some answers!!!
God Bless,
Dennis Nesser
Yeah, what gives him the right to set up a texas center board?? I bet it (the board) was hand picked by him so they would all vote the way he wanted. TSK, TSK, TSK. Shame on him. I think I will see if I can get on that board. Bet I'm denied!!!
ReplyDeleteI do believe the mayor and Mr. Huseman were the 2 that picked these members.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of boards, it is a way for people to get involved. Ask your city councilman where you can help. What board you can be invited to be on. Right now there are 2 slots open on GEDC that need to be filled. But there are many boards our city has that once you're on give you some serious decision making power for our city. We need business minded people on these boards that can see beyond 'Good Ole Boys' and help this city grow in a manner we can all live with.
God Bless
Dennis
I appreciate your efforts to keep the public informed about the elected and non-elected officials. I don't believe they are totally inept, but I also don't think they understand the meaning of an open government.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I hope that sooner or later this turns out to be votes at the polls, phone calls to the city, county, and school board, and an overall awareness of what's going on.
ReplyDeleteI know some people believe I have a personal vendetta against these, or I think everything in Gonzales sucks, but it's quite to the contrary. I LOVE Gonzales, and don't want to see those in power ruin a great thing. Remember, I voluntarily moved here to raise my family.
As for the personalities, there are just some "greater than thou" that I don't understand. If they would just work openly with the citizens of Gonzales they'd find they would get all the support they need to get everything plus more done.
God Bless
Dennis
I don't believe they are inept either. I think they don't see with clear vision what they are doing. I don't think they see their actions effect so many more things.
ReplyDeleteI do have an issue with a few of their 'greater than thou' attitudes, but trust me I have NEVER underestimated their smarts.
God Bless,
Dennis