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Not canned — Campbells "part ways" with opera
I would think there are some bequests that need sorting out.— May 19, 2014 3:07 p.m.
Not canned — Campbells "part ways" with opera
I believe people are still waiting to see the financials--expense accounts, entertainment accounts have been said to be rather large.— May 17, 2014 8:38 a.m.
“John McCann and Ed Brand should resign”
The real kicker here is that Brand does think he himself is very intelligent, whereas he is merely very good at sliming his way along. If he were truly intelligent, we as a district would not be in this position. If you think you are smart, and all those around you are being disciplined for illegal activities, and you yourself have not helped the situation...you are an ignoramus. And possibly other names.— May 13, 2014 10:30 p.m.
Marx Bros. invade Ken Cinema to benefit the San Diego Opera
Nerfs will suffice.— May 13, 2014 4:28 p.m.
Marx Bros. invade Ken Cinema to benefit the San Diego Opera
Foam watermelons?— May 12, 2014 9:32 p.m.
Marx Bros. invade Ken Cinema to benefit the San Diego Opera
Thanks! I wish I could attend, but will be out of town. I have passed the word on to some friends, so I hope that helps. Maybe this will end up a cult event, with Rocky Horror Picture Show-style audience participation!— May 12, 2014 6:17 p.m.
Marx Bros. invade Ken Cinema to benefit the San Diego Opera
What a great idea!— May 12, 2014 2:23 p.m.
Sweetwater chaos reaches Judge España’s court
I see no info anywhere about the County B of E stepping up. Wonder why the story is going nowhere? Does it really take that long for things to happen in the local news after a weekend?— May 12, 2014 12:33 p.m.
Sweetwater chaos reaches Judge España’s court
Sadly inept, monumentally stupid, a cacaphonic symphony of failure--why should things get any better in Sweetwater when the downhill roll has such momentum. And apparently none of these people are the least bit embarrassed by their disastrously muddled actions. It does get worse and worse. Is there anyone capable of leading honestly and honorably, so that Sweetwater can emerge from this ongoing nightmare? If so, now's the time. (McCann, not you).— May 9, 2014 4:20 p.m.
“John McCann and Ed Brand should resign”
bbq--You have made some great points, as usual. Not being an expert on legal affairs, I can't begin to say what should happen next...but I believe it is time for an open forum with the County Board if Education. The public needs to get some of these questions answered. We need a working timeline. We need to see these problems being addressed. When the teachers were in negotiations with Brand and the remnants of the Board, I recall a comment from one of the UT articles. A member of the public was complaining about the teachers, saying they would end up bankrupting the district with their demands. A knowledgeable individual responded that the teachers' union had been able to research the financials of the district, had found where Brand et al were trying to hide monies and therefore were sure that any demands that were being made were well within the ability of the district to pay. I guess I filed that nugget away for further rumination. So, of course, Brand juggles the books so it looks like he can't afford to give teachers a raise after 7 or 8 years, or reinstate their health benefits...but he can afford to spend $20 - 30 million on new district HQ that NO ONE authorized. And what about all the other real estate adventures and schemes? All that needs untangling. I think it would be great to get more info on all the Brand quasi-, semi-, and/or il-legal projects. A while ago the question was asked: "How did the news get out that Sweetwater trustees (And San Ysidro and Southwestern College trustees and others) would be willing to sell out the district and sell themselves for some dinners, entertainments and perhaps benefits remaining unknown? Was it under the first Ed Brand "watch"?" Seems a real shame there was no real rigor attached to these pleas...because we have not been able to come anywhere near really understanding the scope of what was going on. And with Brand here, can we have any confidence that things have been cleaned up? I can't feel confident!! We still can't get to the bottom of the on-going real estate sham/scam/shell games. So I would have to say, that must be because there is some illegal protection taking place somewhere. Pity the truth is so hard to find.— May 9, 2014 11:26 a.m.