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by VicRiv
Sat Sep 23, 2006 10:41 am
Forum: General
Topic: Questions?
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

and one more point..

You make reference to "my little group"..I'm looking over my shoulder-I don't see anyone else sitting here or feeding me info. My log in is VicRiv not Victor and company. Once again jumping to conclusions. I feel Mark Joseph deserved better in the way he was voted out of office. It is my o...
by VicRiv
Sat Sep 23, 2006 10:35 am
Forum: General
Topic: Questions?
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

Clarification

You misunderstood what I wrote, and if you felt I was calling you names, I'm sorry. What I meant was that the traffic situation is a complex problem with many factors contributing to it. Tourist traffic, construction traffic, poor planning from the state and county, non activity for short and long t...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 22, 2006 11:50 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Questions?
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

Jamieson Canyon OPEN this weekend

Note from Am Can cahmaber email:

NEWS FLASH!!!

Kathleen from the Chamber sent me an email. Jamison Rd will not be closed. It has been postponed. Wonderful news.
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 22, 2006 11:45 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Questions?
Replies: 6
Views: 2571

traffic and such

the citizens of Amcan and the entire Napa County population has the oppoortunity of correcting the traffic problem for the entire valley in June. They decided they didn't want to act on it-by voting no on Measure H. SO we ALL have to deal with the reality of NOT ACTING on a solution. That mean we al...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 22, 2006 3:48 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Jazz in the Park
Replies: 4
Views: 2518

Jazz in the Park

From today's Vallejo Times Herald. AmCan jazzes up park By DAN JUDGE, Times-Herald staff writer AMERICAN CANYON - The local music scene will gain a new venue this Sunday as a series of free jazz performances launches at the "town green" park in American Canyon's new Napa Junction retail ce...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 22, 2006 12:29 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

Reality Check

Some citizens continue to live in the past. Wake up its 2006! American Canyon and the rest of the world is changing. Selfish citizens concerned only with " I, ME, MY attitude and NIMBY" attitude continue to provide no solutions. Yet complain about everything in town. The Giai Hotel a dud? ...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 22, 2006 10:36 am
Forum: General
Topic: Measure G- School Bond
Replies: 54
Views: 19716

What are YOU doing to Help!

For ALL CANDIDATES: Talk of being for the High School Bond is good-but the question is how are YOU helping the campaign. Some of the candidates have hosted events and Measure G volunteers have been present. Some of you have done nothing but offer LIP service. And as far as contingency plans are conc...
by VicRiv
Thu Sep 21, 2006 10:01 am
Forum: General
Topic: Measure G- School Bond
Replies: 54
Views: 19716

Clarification

The High School Bond if passed would generate $183 million. $125 of that would come to American Canyon. The 'inflated' costs are based on the cost of construction materials, which have increased almost 300% since Hurricane Katrina. The size of the school is also based on the growing population of Am...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 20, 2006 4:57 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

thanks Betty!

You are right.
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 20, 2006 4:32 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

Correction

RRRay-I don't recall anyone tackling any of the attendees forcing them to sign up for the paper. I don't recall anyone being asked to fill out subscriptions or anything other than the 3x5 question cards. The forum was one of the few being offered to the citizens to listen to the candidates views. It...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 20, 2006 1:01 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

SOLUTIONS, Solutions, Solutions

I'm starting a new thread here for the candidates who want to share their solutions to the city's problems. Traffic- how do we fix the highway corridor to accomodate traffic? Infrastructure -what do you see as "needs fixing" and your solution? Community Involvement - Describe how your part...
by VicRiv
Tue Sep 19, 2006 8:56 am
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

What the ????

I guess this entire election is about the signs, after all. Many poster on this forum were asking for candidates to articulate their vision and provide viable solutions to the city's problems. I know for a fact, that all candidates are given instructions to follow regarding sign placement and guide...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 13, 2006 2:26 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Measure G- School Bond
Replies: 54
Views: 19716

School Bond Measure G Information

Thanks Issa for your help. Below is the Project List for the entite district if the bond passes: http://www.americancanyon.com/NVUSD_Bond_Project_List.pdf Below is the Meausure G Bond Language: http://www.americancanyon.com/Ballot_Arg_Handout.pdf Feel free to copy/paste and email the info to EVERYON...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 13, 2006 10:39 am
Forum: General
Topic: Measure G- School Bond
Replies: 54
Views: 19716

Measure G- School Bond

I will email Issa some data on the School Bond Measure-and maybe he can post it on this thread. YES ON MEASURE G The Bond will be on the November ballot and must pass by 55%. It's a 40 year bond, based on the credit rating of NVUSD, which is AA. How will it affect YOU? If the bond passes- it will me...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 13, 2006 8:55 am
Forum: General
Topic: Confused by Tuesday's Council Meeting
Replies: 13
Views: 5436

Restroom Question - A reply

When the plans for Main Street Park came before our commission, especially with the ampitheatre, picnic area..I brought up the fact that there should be a restroom if the intent was to have people utilize the amenities and stay for a while. Most businesses will not allow you to use their restroom fa...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 08, 2006 8:12 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

To Quote YOU

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH!
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 10:21 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Finality

At least we can see the depth of your intelligence and HOW MUCH of a response all you $$ can offer when called to the carpet..

L-O-S-E-R as the ballots, will once again prove you to be.
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 9:52 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Paul, Paul, Paul,

Sigh, uff said. I try so hard to remain open-minded and I want to give you the benefit of the doubt, but you continue to use this forum, as you did the last issue of the POST of how shallow you can really be. Why don't you spend some of your money and buy a friggen CLUE. I am helping many of the can...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 8:15 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Candidates Continued

Since the Abbeville thread turned into a mud-slinging political discussion. I decided to start a new thread. Maguire just continues to demonstrate how thin skinned he is and how untolerant he is of the "the little people". So Paul-let me ask you. What have YOU done for American Canyon? You...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 7:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Another Twist-They must ALL have it OUT for YOU!!

San Francisco Chronicle Jury says landlord guilty of race bias Black tenants plan discrimination suit Henry K. Lee, Chronicle Staff Writer Friday, August 31, 2001 * Printable Version * Email This Article (08-31) 04:00 PDT Oakland -- The landlord of an Oakland apartment complex has been found guilty ...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 11:26 am
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Clarification for this Posting

Cindy, Leon and others worked to ensure that all the donated items were delivered to the residents of Abbeville. So your backpack and clothing should have been appreciated by someone who needed them. One year later-there are still needs and that is why some AC residents continue the donations and co...
by VicRiv
Wed Sep 06, 2006 11:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: Abbeville
Replies: 16
Views: 5775

Speaking of Records..

From Poor Magazine On Line: And Mr. Maguire is SO concerned about the little people. Here is a perfect example of the Character he displayed: Tenant Victory In Oakland Eviction for Profit System Exposed Lynda Carson Tuesday, July 31, 2001; Oakland,Ca Late last week, details started to emerge regardi...
by VicRiv
Fri Sep 01, 2006 9:06 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

For AC94503

You started this thread to discuss issues and yet you couldn't resist the opportunity for the personal jab. probably have him confused with VicRiv. Mr. Rivera loves to boast I did't REALIZE I was running for office. And I realize theres a very thin line between confidence and cockiness- I refuse to ...
by VicRiv
Mon Aug 28, 2006 12:29 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Ultimate Fitness
Replies: 2
Views: 1571

Ultimate Fitness

The grand opening for Ultimate Fitness was Saturday at Noon. The facility is FANTASTIC. Equipped with new state of the art fitness equipment, half court indoor basketball, sauna and steam room in separate male/female locker rooms and day care for the little ones. Spinning and yoga classes are provid...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 9:08 pm
Forum: General
Topic: American Canyon FUND
Replies: 10
Views: 6038

Minding City Biz

You have got to be kidding me. You Victor an adult mentor. That is scary and what is even more scarier morris curry? It is to bad you didn't put it out to the public. It seems to me this group is completely made up of your little clique. Nice . Yes, MCB- it's us opinionated, people who although &qu...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 8:37 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

follow up..

]Mel you will have to forgive Victor, he must be under a lot of stress with his new job. I hope your not putting your wife and kids through this obnoxious behavior Victor.[/i] Keep my wife and family out of ANY comments you have. I can intelligently debate any issues you may have with ME..and beside...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 8:33 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

for Minding City Biz

The question is why has the city council spent 3 meetings discussing political signs. Why, because people don't follow rules You know your supposed to be a reporter, pay attention to the question[/i Once again, I am NOT a reporter. I write a column-which is simply my opionion-nothing more Mel you wi...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 7:10 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

once again...

what I said was:
once again, you've taken the ignorant, oversimplified approach to an issue..


and being this is Friday and payday will enjoy a $150 bottle of imported French and hope that YOU read what I write and not what you THINK I said.

and I hope, you too have a nice weekend!
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 6:50 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

Oversimplification Again....

Mel, Once again, you've taken the ignorant, oversimplified approach to an issue.. 1) the candidates are informed of the issues a) they choose to follow or b) say "screw' the rules and do what they want 2) candidates are informed in advance of time parameters for financial reporting and the LEGA...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 5:47 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

Question 2-Signs (again)

Mr. West was commenting about the legal placing of signs around town. Each candidate gets the rules-which they agree to follow.Some candidates decide to follow the rules..some don't. Regardless whether the candidate actually places them..they are ultimately responsible for the (overzealous) actions ...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 18, 2006 5:42 pm
Forum: General
Topic: "Semper Fi"
Replies: 17
Views: 5839

Answering Question 1

Two lambs raise big dough for charity at record-breaking Napa livestock auction By KERANA TODOROV, Register Staff Writer Tuesday, August 15, 2006 1:18 AM PDT More than 450 animals changed hands before standing room only crowds at the Livestock Arena at the Napa Town & Country Fair during a recor...
by VicRiv
Thu Aug 17, 2006 1:32 pm
Forum: General
Topic: American Canyon FUND
Replies: 10
Views: 6038

AmCan Fund Kickoff --Details

FUND FOR AMERICAN CANYON In an effort to provide more resources to nonprofit programs in American Canyon, the Community Foundation of the Napa Valley has established the Fund for American Canyon. This Fund is for charitable programs that serve local residents in American Canyon. Youth development i...
by VicRiv
Wed Aug 09, 2006 5:03 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

Election

It would be nice to have opposition for any/all elected positions.

I just hope it isn't someone who has run before and repeatedly lost. Why waste their time and money? The citizens would have already spoken.

We need new blood, new ideas and solutions.
by VicRiv
Tue Aug 08, 2006 10:46 am
Forum: General
Topic: Last Night's Council Meeting and Comments
Replies: 12
Views: 4770

Last comment about this dead horse

From dictionary.com

clueless

adj : totally uninformed about what is going on; not having even a clue from which to infer what is occurring
by VicRiv
Tue Aug 08, 2006 10:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: RESIGNATION OF VICTOR RIVERA FROM PARKS COMMISSION
Replies: 6
Views: 2936

For Cindy

Cindy, I appreciate your comments and support. When the attendance issue came up-I changed employers to reduce travel. I also took a hit in compensation of over $75K..It just isn't working with a daughter ready to go to college. Most frustrating, is in my daily work routine I am results driven-and t...
by VicRiv
Tue Aug 08, 2006 10:08 am
Forum: General
Topic: Last Night's Council Meeting and Comments
Replies: 12
Views: 4770

Friends?

MCB- You have absolutely no idea what criteria I use when choosing friends. In January, I stated Lena's was a place I frequented to show my support to an AmCan business owner. It was a place to meet other citizens. I pointed out in detail when I spoke at the city council meeting in January, how I (a...
by VicRiv
Mon Aug 07, 2006 9:23 am
Forum: General
Topic: RESIGNATION OF VICTOR RIVERA FROM PARKS COMMISSION
Replies: 6
Views: 2936

Much Ado About Nothing

I want to clarify the following: 1. I am a registered Independent-Not a Democrat. Although my leanings tend to be fiscally conservative and socially more liberal. We live in a complex world, and no one issue is left or right. 2. Citizen Rivera is entitled to his opinions and/or comments as is every ...
by VicRiv
Fri Aug 04, 2006 9:41 am
Forum: General
Topic: Last Night's Council Meeting and Comments
Replies: 12
Views: 4770

Last Night's Council Meeting and Comments

I apologize for posting my comments under Joan's Loss..You are correct it has nothing to do with the thread. As for Paul's suggestion to apologize. I'll make you a deal..When you apologize to Cori and Fran for calling her a F'n B---- (outside the City Council Chambers a few months ago) I may apologi...
by VicRiv
Thu Aug 03, 2006 9:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Joan Bennett's Loss
Replies: 5
Views: 2648

CIty Council Meeting tonight

I agree with the last poster, Joan has done a great job. QUESTION OF THE NIGHT>> What the heck wtih PAULETTE 'calling" into one of her minions to express her opinions of the discussed items? Shame on Maryanne Young for letting yourself be a "Sheep" to the voice of someone with a sense...
by VicRiv
Thu Aug 03, 2006 9:16 am
Forum: General
Topic: 2006 Mayor & City Council Election (all related posts)
Replies: 215
Views: 175670

AC Candidate Story in Today's Register

AmCan council candidate late on finance report deadline By KERANA TODOROV, Register Staff Writer Wednesday, August 2, 2006 11:58 PM PDT All but one of the American Canyon City Council candidates in the June special election has filed required campaign finance papers, according to the American Canyo...
by VicRiv
Mon Jul 31, 2006 11:47 am
Forum: General
Topic: Joan Bennett's Loss
Replies: 5
Views: 2648

Joan Bennett's Loss

Joan Bennett's Husband passed away on Thursday after a lengthy time of illness. Joan has displayed an inner strength that I have admired and continued to do the volunteer and civic work, without missing a beat. Prayers to Joan in her time of loss. Ceremony this Thursday at 11:00am at AC Baptist Chur...
by VicRiv
Mon Jul 31, 2006 10:56 am
Forum: General
Topic: Roddrick Is the AmCan MAN! From Today's Vallejo Times Herald
Replies: 0
Views: 2314

Roddrick Is the AmCan MAN! From Today's Vallejo Times Herald

AmCan has this man to thank for the fun times there By DAN JUDGE, Times-Herald staff writer AMERICAN CANYON - As American Canyon's recreation supervisor, Roddrick Sweeney is responsible for elevating the city's level of play. For the past four years, he's been in charge of providing classes, special...
by VicRiv
Sun Jul 30, 2006 8:55 am
Forum: General
Topic: November School Bond Story from Today's Napa Register
Replies: 17
Views: 6808

From Today's Napa Register

American Canyon high school would have a broad impact By JOE SCHUNK Sunday, July 30, 2006 1:15 AM PDT I'd like to respond to Ms. Watter's opinion piece ("For bond to pass, Napa High must benefit," July 16) on the upcoming local bond measure in November. I believe a number of the propositio...
by VicRiv
Sun Jul 30, 2006 8:47 am
Forum: General
Topic: FRIDAY NIGHT at the Plaza DUNK TANK
Replies: 3
Views: 2107

Wet, Wild Time

The Dunk Tank was a huge succcess. They were still dunking Select Mortgage Employees when I left at 8:45pm.. People had the option of 'bidding' to be the first thrower for their local 'target'. We had Pat Caldwell and Denise Chesley from Vintage Bank, Don Callison and your truly from AC City Commiss...
by VicRiv
Wed Jul 26, 2006 10:20 am
Forum: General
Topic: FRIDAY NIGHT at the Plaza DUNK TANK
Replies: 3
Views: 2107

FRIDAY NIGHT at the Plaza DUNK TANK

This Friday evening, July28th the Family Resource Center will be having a Dunk Tank.. Highest Bidders get FIRST THROW at Dunkin: Pastor Morris Curry Victor Rivera Roddrick Sweeney and others.... Objective is to raise $$$ for the Family Resource Center. Come on Down and Join in the Fun. Canyon Plaza ...
by VicRiv
Fri Jul 21, 2006 3:13 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Wastewater and the Council-
Replies: 16
Views: 6311

opinions

Exactly! See how it works both ways..

By the way..how is your doggie sitting business doing? I may have someone looking for that service. Email me some info at vmr369@yahoo.com and I'll forward the details
by VicRiv
Fri Jul 21, 2006 3:01 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Wastewater and the Council-
Replies: 16
Views: 6311

Geez!

Still entitled to her opinion..

and if I'm not mistaken you both have a lawsuit vs. American Canyon in common. No implication..just the facts.

Have a great evening and weekend.
by VicRiv
Fri Jul 21, 2006 2:08 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Wastewater and the Council-
Replies: 16
Views: 6311

Aren't we in AMERICA

yesterday during the city council meeting..Bud Kane (sp) asked can he ask a question. City Attorney's Bill Ross "Yes, you can ask a question..we live in America".

I think the same applies on this PUBLIC forum..

Apparently the heat has some people feeling prickly...
by VicRiv
Tue Jul 18, 2006 10:38 am
Forum: General
Topic: Relay for Life Weekend Overview
Replies: 5
Views: 2308

Inspirational

Mark indeed walked the entire 24 hrs with a little help from friends. I arrived at 5:30pm on Saturday and I saw him on the track almost all the entire time. The most inspirational moments had to be at the 9:00pm Luminaria Lighting Ceremony. The lights were dimmed around the track and all +400 lumina...
by VicRiv
Mon Jul 17, 2006 4:00 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 4th of July Festivities
Replies: 17
Views: 6143

Volunteer Inforation

From what I understand, they will be meeting this Wed at the Rec Center on Elliott Drive..7:00 or 7:30..you can call Randy Davis, Recreation Director at 648-7275.
The members planned the entire 4th of July Celebration, Parade, Fireworks etc.