Historic Vote-Bl. Twp. Be Informed!

Hi All, 
I posted Trustee David Buckley's comments in a blog a few days ago.... because I thought the taxpayers needed to see the township officials in action to really understand all that is going on.

Here is something that another person sent out to friends and neighbors after viewing my blog with that video clip:

 From a reader/ ....

 "......the following blog post of Marcia Robovitsky, ..........may be helpful to those of you who aren't familiar with the current board dynamics.  Marcia, a longtime Township resident, sees herself as a bit of a "watchdog" for Township residents.  She regularly attends Township meetings, is familiar with all the issues and, in my opinion, has a good grasp on the overall situation.  If you are looking for something to view to give you a feel for the atmosphere and dynamic of the current board, Marcia has attached a link to a pivotal Township meeting from last year.  I initially viewed only the nine minutes she suggested, but I found it so intriguing that I watched nearly 90 minutes more (before and after Dave's very eloquent comments.)  I was astounded to see how this particular meeting began the sequence of events that has brought us to this point, with a distinctly divided board and challengers to all the positions.  If you can find the time to view even some of it (particularly agenda item #5,) I believe you'll find it to be enlightening and informative.  It will introduce you to each of the current board members through the lens of how they actually function as a governing body, which is far more illuminating than watching them present themselves as candidates in prepared sound bites in a candidate forum or on paper in a direct mail piece.  

http://bloomfieldtwphappenings.blogspot.com/2016/07/re-elect-trustee-david-buckley-video.html?m=1

I realize that local politics is not of interest to many, but I've spent a good deal of time working with Township officials the past two years.  It is important that the association maintain a good working relationship with Township leadership, as we call on them frequently for assistance with neighborhood issues, and there have been moments recently when that has been challenging.  For the first time in many years, we have choices and we can help effect change that will benefit the Township as a whole.  I hope you will make a point to vote on Tuesday because, as always in a local election, every vote counts.  The victory or defeat of any candidate is sometimes literally just a handful of votes."


Thank you to that reader above.    
From that Blog:
At a VERY IMPORTANT  4/13 /2015 Board of Trustees meeting.... over one year ago.... David Buckley left his seat as a trustee and went to the podium to speak as a resident... to the Board and to the residents.  

 The agenda item then:

PLEASE listen to Trustee David Buckley speak/   time marker of video  2:16:00 to 2:25:37
 
 go to:     “Board of Trustee Meeting 4.13.15”
The video is available for your viewing pleasure at https://vimeo.com/124934765
Note:  please be patient while video loads.. takes time :)

So important:   ALSO, please, make some time to view the entire video section of AGENDA # 5 from start to finish.  Remember,  this was an agenda item in April of last year... 2015.   Listen to others speak at public comment on this agenda item. 

Please take a look tonight or tomorrow BEFORE voting at the Primary Election/  BE INFORMED!  VOTE:   Aug. 2, 2016.  

Thank you.
Marcia Robovitsky


I am supporting:
David Thomas for Supervisor
Susie Kern for Clerk
Dan Devine for Treasurer   re-elect

VOTE for these FOUR TRUSTEES
Jeff Axt
Kirk Brannock
David Buckley    re-elect
Dani Walsh

Thank you.
Marcia Robovitsky

RE-ELECT Trustee David Buckley - Video clip LINK

Hi All,

August 2, 2016  the citizens of Bloomfield Township have the opportunity to finally choose from a list of candidates who will represent them at the local level.   It's been decades since there have been challengers.

One incumbent,  Trustee David Buckley,   deserves to be RE-ELECTED.   Below are his words on being a Trustee,  why he is seeking your vote,  and which other candidates for Trustee he is supporting.   I agree with his position and fully support the four candidates that call themselves:  TEAM TRUSTEE.   

I also included web links for the new candidates.  For Trustee Buckley,  I included his brave and marvelous 8-9 minutes of "public comment" concerning a major agenda item on 4/13/15... last year.    This might help you understand why Aug. 2 votes matter.   Thank you. Marcia

Mr. Buckley's letter to the Bloomfield Township residents: 

This Tuesday’s Township election, August 2nd, will shape the direction of our community for at least the next 4 years.   Thank you all that have supported me as one of your Trustees the last 14 years.  It is an honor and responsibility I take very seriously.
I promise to continue to keep your interests front of mind, listen, gather all the facts and act accordingly.
More importantly, a majority of resident supporting Trustees is needed to assure our voice is heard.  I know all the Trustees and have made it a point to get to know all the candidates.
The other current Trustees follow behind the current Supervisor and one of the Trustees due evidently to personal issues misses more meeting than she attends.  I stepped away from serving as a County Commissioner when the needs of my family clearly surpassed my ability to serve, I would expect the same from anyone representing my lifelong home.

Dani Walsh, Jeff Axt and Kirk Brannock are my choices for the other three Trustee positions!
 
Dani Walsh is breath of fresh air, she brings a lifetime of community knowledge, a strong academic and professional background and the ability to eloquently make her point.

Jeff Axt is a Township “East-sider” like me!  He is passionate about protecting private property rights, has proven himself professionally in several fields of business and like many of us; he and his wife, are raising their young son while caring for an elderly parent in their home.

Kirk Brannock is literally the “chairman of the board”!  He rose to the rank of President with a division of a Fortune 25 company, retired young and chose to move back to his home with his wife and 2 daughters.  He has the skills, background and professionalism to be a leader on the Board of Trustees; something our great community deserves.

This is not a group of candidates recruited to round out a ballot but truly 3 individuals very concerned about their community that not only have the skills to do an outstanding job but the guts to take it on.

Please join me in voting Dani Walsh, Jeff Axt, Kirk Brannock and  David Buckley !   Team Trustee!


Thank you.
David Buckley

************** 

David Buckley, Bloomfield Township resident, current TRUSTEE and candidate for RE-ELECTION
 

At a VERY IMPORTANT  4/13 /2015 Board of Trustees meeting.... over one year ago.... David Buckley left his seat as a trustee and went to the podium to speak as a resident... to the Board and to the residents.  

 The agenda item then:

PLEASE listen to Trustee David Buckley speak/   time marker of video  2:16:00 to 2:25:37 
 go to:     “Board of Trustee Meeting 4.13.15”
The video is available for your viewing pleasure at https://vimeo.com/124934765
Note:  please be patient while video loads.. takes time :)

ALSO, please, make some time to view the entire video section of AGENDA # 5 from start to finish.  Remember,  this was an agenda item in April of last year... 2015.   Listen to others speak at public comment on this agenda item.

This is another reason why I recommend:  Team Trustee  and 3 others on August 2, 2016

Kirk Brannock, Bloomfield Township resident, candidate for TRUSTEE. 
http://electkirkbrannock.com/kirk-s-plan.html

Jeff Axt, Bloomfield Township resident, candidate for TRUSTEE. 
http://www.jeffaxt2016.com/press.html

Dani Walsh, Bloomfield Township resident,  candidate for TRUSTEE.  
http://electdaniwalsh.com/


Don't forget to vote for the other candidates:
Dave Thomas for Supervisor
Susie Kern for Clerk
Dan Devine  for Treasurer..... RE-ELECT 










 

My "VOTE FOR" List w/ websites for Bl. Twp.

Hi All,

Here are the websites for the candidates that I support for Bloomfield Township local government.
Please VOTE on August 2, 2016  or by absentee ballot.

 For the first time in decades, there are actually choices on the ballot for every seat on the Board of Trustees.  Often in the past, an elected official will retire or resign before the end of the term.  The existing board will then choose a "favored" replacement.  That person will usually be on the next ballot running unopposed.  For the most part, no one has challenged the decades long  "family, friends and favors" culture at the township.... until this year. 

This is the year where all 7 elected positions are expiring and all positions have challengers giving the voter a real choice.  That's historic!   All candidates on the August 2 ballot are listed as a Republican.  That is typical. There are no Democratic candidates.  That is strangely typical. Therefore, at this time, the 7 winners at this August 2nd primary will be the next Bloomfield Township leadership. 

FYI:
My list of preferred candidates have not formed a slate.   I have been listing them together in my email and blog writings for awhile.  Some of them had never met each other before becoming candidates.  Some I had never met until the last few months.

• I like their vision and goals and ethics.  
• Their resumes listing their educational and work accomplishments and experiences are impressive.  
• To me, this group will manage ( not "rule") the township and develop strategic plans for the future.  Policies, procedures, ordinances, zoning will be in place and followed.
• This group will work together and evaluate and study the issues seeking a balance between employee needs and the services they provide for our safety and well being with the funding the taxpayers are able and willing to provide.
• Our residential neighborhoods have been the foundation and success of this township.  Commercial development along certain corridors must be developed according to the zoning and ordinances already established.  Variances must be limited.
• Competitive bidding on jobs will be a priority and vendors will know they have a chance to do work in the township based on their bid and ability to perform.... and not something else. 
• Work days should be  provided 5 days a week to accommodate residents and contractors and others wishing to do business within the township.
• My preferred list of candidates believe in providing open and transparent government not just saying it.

 THESE SEVEN CANDIDATES ARE WORTHY OF YOUR VOTE ON AUGUST 2, 2016.

 These are the 7  individuals that I proudly support. 

David Thomas for Supervisor:     electdavidthomassupervisor.com

Susie Kern for Clerk        http://www.electsusiekern.com

Dan Devine for Treasurer        www.votedandevinetreasurer.com

David Buckley for Trustee      Davidbuckleyfortrustee.com

Jeff Axt for Trustee         jeffaxt2016.com

Kirk Brannock  for Trustee     http://electkirkbrannock.com/

Dani Walsh for Trustee      electdaniwalsh.com

 
PLEASE BE AN INFORMED VOTER:
I have attended public meetings at the township for at least the last five years.... the Savoie years as Supervisor.  I have written about what is happening or not happening in my blogs and send an email blast occasionally because the official minutes of the meetings say only that I spoke to the issue.  What did I say?  What facts were mentioned?  How did the board react to my comments?  What decisions did the Board make?  I researched most issues before making those comments.  View the archived Board of Trustees audio/video meetings.    I spoke often on many issues and at the end of the meetings during public comment.  

My previous blogs are archived (see right side column) and tell some of the story of why I am choosing to support many new people and choosing to support current Trustee David Buckley and current Treasurer Dan Devine.  I have witnessed repeatedly at the Board meetings and other meetings the ugly side of power and politics, hype and media bias.  There is another side to the stories that you might have heard or read. There are facts and there are lies. There is bullying and unfair attacks and misrepresentation.  There have been many failures to admit to "conflict of interest" when casting votes by some.  There are pre-determined motions and outcomes before one word is heard.  There have been pre-planned events and agendas items and pre-planned comments by employees and "invited guests" made at Board meetings to attempt to discredit one member in order to promote another.

If you are a Bloomfield Township taxpayer/voter  that cares about policy, procedures, ordinances; making sure that competitive bids are required; setting water and sewer rates that are fair; a nepotism policy that is enforced; an ethics policy that is meaningful;  a policy prohibiting "pay to play; having government offices open for a  5 day work week vs 4 days;  having real open and transparent local government;  and so much more....then please vote for my preferred list of candidates.

Remember to VOTE.   Remember these names:  Dave Thomas, Susie Kern, Dan Devine, Jeff Axt, David Buckley, Kirk Brannock, Dani Walsh.   I believe they will be excellent Board members... because they are all capable individuals willing and eager to work with those who are elected this August 2  to make our township proud.
   
Thank you.
Marcia Robovitsky
www.bloomfieldtwphappenings.blogspot.com
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(blog edited @ 7:52 am 6/11/16)