Middletown Forum : Filing Deadline Is Today http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/ This is an XML content feed of; Middletown Forum : City Council : Filing Deadline Is Today Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:12:01 +0000 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:10:58 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.12 360 www.middletownusa.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1791 Middletown Forum http://middletownusa.com/images/blog-logo.jpg http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/ Filing Deadline Is Today : spiderjohn wrote:wow... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10218&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10218 Author: TudorBrown
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 24 2009 at 9:10pm

Originally posted by spiderjohn spiderjohn wrote:

wow Smartman---that is very strong & confrontational language to use against someone.  And on a national forum heavily viewed by locals during a time of emotional issues..
Maybe you should think about what you just typed, and remember how you wouldn't like that type of terminology thrown at you.
 
I know Mr.Smith, and find him to be a quality person.
I also view you as a quality person, despite our past difficulties.
 
We don't need any more devisive derogatory nonsense.
We need  an acceptance of each and every point of view, with the finality coming on election day.
 
Now Mr.Michel is a target for sniping and insults.
Despite HUGE philosophical differences currently, I like Mr.Michel very much as a person.
We can honestly discuss these issues that are polarizing our community, totally disagree while putting new concepts into each other, and walk away still friends.
Unfortunately that is a foreign concept locally.


I agree, "Smart" is not the first thing that comes to mind when I read a post like his.

No doubt AJ has learned more in the past year then he would have sitting in a class room.  Not to mention all the real world experience he's gained!


]]> Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:10:58 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10218&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10218 Filing Deadline Is Today : I talked to AJ several years ago... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10168&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10168 Author: VietVet
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 22 2009 at 9:56am

I talked to AJ several years ago at the Sorg Opera House after a community open forum with the candidates. He held a very informative, knowledgeable, intelligent conversation about the city's issues at that time. He listened intently as I told him about this town's past prosperity and followed with the decline of Armco, the paper mills and the general "flavor" the town use to offer. We discussed some town priorities and had a great exchange of ideas. I would imagine, that since those times, and his newly found experience on the Obama national front, he would be prepared to tackle the local scene. IMO, he appears to be ready for prime time. Let's give him a chance. All one has to do is realize what we have now and ask ourselves- could we do too much worse? Hey- like we have been saying, try new people/ideas/direction then purge if not the correct fit. ]]> Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:56:40 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10168&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10168 Filing Deadline Is Today : Spiderjohn I need to agree with... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10164&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10164 Author: Vivian Moon
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 22 2009 at 7:04am

Spiderjohn
I need to agree with you again. We need all these diverse people to run for office to make sure that THE PEOPLE have a choice of who serves on their City Council. It is up to the people to support those that they want to serve as their Council Person from each ward.
SAVE THE WARD SYSTEM
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Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 21 2009 at 6:40pm

Spider I hear what you say, and maybe I might be a little hard. I applaude his energy and willingness to serve. He just needs to understand that he needs experience. You would not hire him as a manager and neither would I, and we are just business folks. At 20 years old he needs to be living life to its fullest and enjoying all that college life brings. Get experience and credibility in the business world, then come back to M-Town and discuss budget issues. jmo]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 18:40:02 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10153&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10153 Filing Deadline Is Today : wow Smartman http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10148&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10148 Author: spiderjohn
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 21 2009 at 4:46pm

wow Smartman]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:46:48 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10148&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10148 Filing Deadline Is Today : What AJ brings is the willingness... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10145&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10145 Author: mtownsupporter
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 21 2009 at 4:03pm

What AJ brings is the willingness to discuss issues, work with people he may not always agree with, and bring out ideas that folks with more "experience" might dismiss because they fall into the "that's been done and didn't work" rut.  Since the council is made up of more than one person, the combination of the different experiences and perspectives are what will make the council effective or not.]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 16:03:27 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10145&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10145 Filing Deadline Is Today : I doubt AJ has the experience... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10143&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10143 Author: wasteful
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 21 2009 at 3:34pm

I doubt AJ has the experience to be an effective council person at this time, could be wrong, but just my feeling.  Maybe down the road.]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:34:37 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10143&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10143 Filing Deadline Is Today : For someone named "Smartman",... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10142&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10142 Author: mtownsupporter
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 21 2009 at 3:26pm

For someone named "Smartman", you aren't coming across that way.  I know that you do know AJ, but your attitude towards only shows that you have a personal grudge against him that I can guess has nothing to do with politics or his ability to be a leader in this city.  He's made decisions that have sent him in non-traditional directions, but look at what he has done in the short time since high school.  Talk to him TODAY and see who he is and what he will be able to do for Middletown.  AJ doesn't have to "come back and then be somebody" -- he IS somebody right now.  As for your comments about his role in the Obama campaign and his affiliation with Steve Hightower ... that only shows that perhaps you are the one who should be doing some growing up.  Clearly, age doesn't matter when it comes to maturity.]]> Fri, 21 Aug 2009 15:26:19 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10142&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10142 Filing Deadline Is Today : Go John, I hope you win. The only... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10115&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10115 Author: Smartman
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 20 2009 at 8:21pm

Go John, I hope you win. The only thing AJ has going for him is that he was Obama's copy boy. He does not and cannot hold down a job, he has refused to go to college because he thinjs he know all. The road was paved for him and he chose another direction. While I applaude his attitude and want to be involve, this community does not need a 20 year old in charge.
 
AJ, go to college and get your degree, come back and then be somebody. Right now you are just Steve Hightowers mouthpiece! Good to school!
]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:21:21 +0000 http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10115&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10115 Filing Deadline Is Today : By Ed Richter, Staff Writer Updated... http://www.middletownusa.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1791&PID=10110&title=filing-deadline-is-today#10110 Author: Vivian Moon
Subject: 1791
Posted: Aug 20 2009 at 3:26pm

By Ed Richter, Staff Writer Updated 2:27 PM Thursday, August 20, 2009

MIDDLETOWN — A lack of valid signatures from voters has derailed an incumbent councilwoman’s bid for re-election.

According to the Butler County Board of Elections, 2nd Ward Councilwoman Leslie Ford did not have enough valid signatures from residents that matched voter registration cards when she filed her petitions.

The deadline to file petitions with the board of elections is 4 p.m. today.

That means the race for the 2nd Ward seat on council will come down to A.J. Smith, of 16th Avenue, who filed his petitions today, and John Soppanish, of Lafayette Avenue.

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