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I haven't seen many that I don't think couldn't beat Obama... I mean, he can only run on rhetoric, certainly not his record of failed policy and his landmark healthcare bill that is soon to be struck down.  His record is so dismal that the democratic base would be better off running a different candidate.  Just my honest opinion.

I like Cain because he calls it like it is and he has zero "political correctness"

The blond haired lady is Roy's wife Tammy... That is all the help I am!

Had a great birthday!!!  Thanks all   

Bravo!!!  Excellent information and insight into this!!!  Thanks for posting it!

Well said... I think people are putting some words into the Mr. Reece's mouth... he spoke off camera, and it's not really fair to assume what was said to Deb Farris.. However, the clock is ticking, and like it or not, both grade schools will soon be closed. Maybe not next year, but certainly within the next 2 years or so.

The KAKE story should not have run until after the board voted to begin making the move, but the fact remains that the outlook is not good for Severy and Moline grade schools.... The KAKE story is probably very accurate - it just ran a month or too before it should have.

And I'm afraid Rick Perkins is right - there are too many people who resist change. Unfortunately towns (like people) don't stand still. They either move forwards and grow/improve, or they move backwards. My two cents.

Very well said Mark and I think that both you and Rick are right on the money with that analysis.

Looks a little like Hal's son Brian.  He would have kids that age too....

Heres a solution to the school issue.  If the citizens that voted yes to a bond and a new school want one, then why don't they get together and build one?  They can offer whatever classes they want, hire the teachers they want, have whatever programs they want, etc.  That way, they get their new school, the "no" voters get what they want, its a win-win situation.

Wow.... At that point would the citizens that voted yes be able to deny access to kids whose parents found it necessary to cast a no vote???  I would assume that most everyone viewing this forum went to a public school that was not funded solely by a small group of people....

Everyone has opinions and is very entitled to such.  Everyone has ideas and EVERYONE wants a solution.  This is a very emotional issue and people inherently want what is best for their children, community, and family.  That may come in the way of a great education, or fear of losing your town, or fear of taking food off the table because of a tax burden.

We cannot lose sight of the big picture that this vote was just that.... A vote.   All it has done is close the door on a solution.  We still have the problem however, and a solution must be found.  I hope that the board meeting on the 9th will be well attended and we can move in a positive direction for the future of our school district and communities as a whole group.

The other options could not be on the ballot, as the vote was for the bond issue as a pass or fail option.  The vote wasn't for or against alternatives.  I agree Angie, I don't see a solution that keeps either school open. 

[Safe to say that I think there is one thing that we can all agree on here..... Nobody envies the job of the school board members....]

Safe to say that I think there is one thing that we can all agree on here..... Nobody envies the job of the school board members....


I think volunteerism is an excellent idea, but is not a viable alternative when it comes to working on the actual school buildings.  I see many things that have been built or repaired at the school grounds by current and past VoAg students such as landscaping and fencing and even some of the structures on the VoAg farm. 

I also know firsthand the type of licensing and certifications that are needed to work on the actual school buildings themselves.  For example, to work on the roof, a company or individual must be hold a million dollar bond before they even step on the roof.  To work on either grade school, a company needs to hold asbestos abatement certificates, lead paint abatement certificates, and be licensed as such. 

I will find out and post info on here!!