Recent content by chris brugman

Nod, it is obvious you are extremely informed about recent events in St. Mary's politics. You've peaked my interest (about your identity) by remembering the radio gig and "the Nic." Those were good times! By the way, Francy Eagan didn't lose either, she decided not to run for re-election...

Tonio, From my understanding, I beleive that a farmer will normally sell the land to the developer and will avoid the headaches of planning and zoning, roads, permits, lots, etc. Regardless, a farm that can hold 40 lots is worth far more to a developer than a farm that only hold 5 or 10...

Nod, I never said that Guazzo was a stupid woman. In fact, she would be far less dangerous if she didn't do her homework :biggrin: Nod, for as long as I've know Guazzo, she has always been the 1:20 candidate. On the planning commission, as a candidate, and even as a commissioner until it...

No problem Dems, I too am passionate about my politics. I have to disagree with your statement here. If you are refering to the ethics violations of the current board of commissioners, correct me if I am mistaken, but didn't Claire (Crazy Nitwit) Whitbeck file the original ethics complaint...

Lots of laughs, Nod. I didn't forget her, I just know the real reason she caved on her 1-20 stance and it's hard to give her credit for her vote when it was in exchange for support from developers in the upcoming elections. I was told this by a very credible member of the Chamber of Commerce...

Nodnarb, The zoning ordinance and Comprehensive Land Use Plan is a long and complex story, but I'll try my best to condense it and still allow it to make sense. When we took office, we knew the land use policies were outdated. We immediately took action and met with the Planning...

Tonio, I believe the cost of homes at 1-20 would increase for several reasons. Supply and demand, farmers certainly would need to make up the difference in lost profits for the downzoning of their property, and frankly, enough people down here make a lot of money so they have it to spend on a...

You're right Tonio, the 1-5 zoning allows one unit per 5 acres. This is such a difficult issue and there are valid sides on both sides of this argument. However, let's take a hypothetical situation and apply the zoning options here. A farmer has 200 acres in a rural preservation district...

I've always been afraid to use your quote here because I never knew how to spell does't :smile: You raise a valid question and a good question. The only reason I am backing Larry is because I know him extremely well and I know what an ethical guy he is. I don't agree with him on many...

The past board voted 4-1 to approve the PUD (Planned Unit Development) First Colony, and Larry Jarboe was the only commissioner who voted against it. He stated that 235 needed to be widenend first before he could support it. Once again Charlie, you are showing that you do not know the facts...

Part 2 PART 2 And no Dems, the "backroom deals" and "executive sessions" did not begin with our board. The fact is that executive sessions are necessary and allowed by law for the following reasons: 1) Litigation or lawsuits by/for/against the county. You certainly don't want the other...

PART 1 I'm sorry to post this twice, but this is in response to some comments made by dems in another thread and contains some relative information for these discussions as well. I wanted to share my thoughts here in case you missed them in the other thread. First, let me thank the folks...

One more thing Charlie, I have never been bitter about leaving office. It was my choice to leave for a different job. I enjoyed my time in office and don't regret doing it. However, I do feel it is necessary to set the record straight when so many people, including yourself, can't seem to get...

This quote is typical of the liberal mentality. If it isn't such a burden then obviously the government can do without it. Besides, it's not just another $20, check your property tax bill. It's hundreds of dollars when combined with the other tax hikes they passed. If I knew for a fact that...

Nodnarb Hey Nodnarb, There are huge differences between Larry Jarboe and Anderson/Randall. Larry tried to support incentives versus punitive regs and draconian measures. I'm not sure how Larry stands on the 1 in 20 zoning, that's the first I've heard of it and I'd be surprised if he...