tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post497543312705428941..comments2024-03-27T13:12:00.821-05:00Comments on RAYTOWN REPORT: Greg Waltershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02133276387013984873noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-91224728327821672562009-06-25T17:24:49.009-05:002009-06-25T17:24:49.009-05:00In the neighborhood section of the KC Star last we...In the neighborhood section of the KC Star last week they said the crowd for summerfest was 15,000Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-63302658833272899012009-06-22T08:03:45.079-05:002009-06-22T08:03:45.079-05:00Here are the simple facts of Raytown's City Ha...Here are the simple facts of Raytown's City Hall,<br />Number one, they don't care what we think.<br />Number "two".....is what they think of the people.<br />Number three, they think they are all smarter than any of the rest of us.<br />Number four, they spend your money faster than they can collect it.<br />Number five, there is not one person on the board that knows how to run a town.<br />Number six, they can't say no to giving away taxpayer money.<br />Number seven, and most important, they don't know what their job is.<br />Number eight, rules were written for everyone but for them to follow.<br /> That is why we have outsiders as dept. Heads.<br />Number nine, they make a mess of everything they do then don't have the<br /> honesty to admit it or integrity correct it.<br />Number ten, they have probably hurt this town beyond repair.<br /> <br />As for the illegal signs, they are like weeds, you pick a few and the <br />next day there are twice as many as before. Drive in front of the Center 63<br />shopping center. "Want a free phone?" well there is about five new signs<br />to tell you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-57565472203977816602009-06-18T21:56:09.454-05:002009-06-18T21:56:09.454-05:00I read in last week's Raytown Post that the Ch...I read in last week's Raytown Post that the Chamber anticipated 15,000 to 20,000 people to show up at the Raytown Barbeque. <br /><br />Does anyone know how many actually attended?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-65831452858500998422009-06-15T19:35:49.272-05:002009-06-15T19:35:49.272-05:005:35PM, How will it be done? It is necessary for ...5:35PM, How will it be done? It is necessary for people to VOTE to get rid of anyone. If you look at how many voted in the last city election, it is obvious that there won't be enough voters to accomplish anything.<br /><br />It sounds like the assumption is that all will run in the next election. I was shocked when Flemming and Schlapia didn't run! I assumed they would.Andy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-12011568493366389932009-06-15T17:35:14.780-05:002009-06-15T17:35:14.780-05:00I was so hopeful that Beth Linn was going to be a ...I was so hopeful that Beth Linn was going to be a good employee at city hall. Again I guessed wrong. She lives in Kansas comes here puts in eight hours and goes home and could give a damn about our city after she levaes. The old crows at city hall just can't get it why a city department head needs to live where they work. Next election we need to get rid of about five of them.and the mayor also.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-69305089862672789482009-06-15T11:18:30.119-05:002009-06-15T11:18:30.119-05:00I would challenge the codes department to go by Mr...I would challenge the codes department to go by Mr. Knabe's lot at 79th and Spring Valley and tell me that the problem is solved. The POND must be more than 6 inches deep. We must start holding Mayor Bower accountable for his negligent city employees.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-64948821520643124682009-06-15T05:45:45.893-05:002009-06-15T05:45:45.893-05:00No use calling city hall call your alderman see wh...No use calling city hall call your alderman see what he can get done if he can't call Fox 4. The mayor doesn't like that. Then you may have a chance to tell the whole KC metro area how Raytown is really run.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-46887131208646203892009-06-14T12:49:19.156-05:002009-06-14T12:49:19.156-05:0011:19 AM, you are correct about price. I just bou...11:19 AM, you are correct about price. I just bought a house that was on the market over 2 years. (It was rented one of those years.) I felt it was overpriced. The listing agent argued that it wasn't (which is her job.) Finally the price came down a little and I made a lower offer. The Realtor said that the seller was in no hurry to sell but after the offer was accepted she said that the seller wanted to close before the 1st so they didn't have to pay another month. So I guess when someone really wants to sell, the price will come down. I will price my house to sell. The last time I did that, my Realtor said my price was too low. <br /><br />What I really wonder is when buyers drive around Raytown and see our blighted condition in some areas, will they buy here? I bought in 2000. If Raytown was in the condition it is today, I never would have bought here.<br /><br />11:24 AM, It could be that when and if codes goes out they don't observe mosquitoes since mosquitoes are out mainly dusk and dawn. I don't know about Raytown but most cities prohibit standing water.<br /><br />It seems to me that your complaint should be to the Health Department. Not only is it a nuisance, but it is really a HEALTH issue. You could also call CH 4 Problem solvers.<br /><br />I have mosquitoes too and am not sure where they are coming from. Possibly Wildwood Lake which is some distance. I make sure to replace the dog's water at least once daily. I have a 40 watt bug zapper outside and a 25 watt bug zapper in the garage. There are many mosquito traps and repellers on the market but you shouldn't have to buy them because of an irresponsible neighbor. I am just pointing out possible remedies because while 99% of the mosquitoes are probably from your neighbor, you may still have some mosquitoes when the issue is resolved. I suggest checking Westlake or Smith's.<br /><br />BTW: I complained to Public Works about standing water from poor storm drainage. They came out and took care of it promptly.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-73010760568476274762009-06-14T11:24:31.609-05:002009-06-14T11:24:31.609-05:00I see that Mr. Knabe's property at 79th and Sp...I see that Mr. Knabe's property at 79th and Spring Valley is still holding water. More mosquitoes for me and my neighbors. Why doesn't the city make him fix this RIGHT, instead of him just ignoring his responsibility. Couldn't be that because he is a friend and supporter of Mayor Bowers that he is given special treatment? Again another black eye for the codes department.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-50624270201032825892009-06-14T11:19:28.699-05:002009-06-14T11:19:28.699-05:00Andy, I know homes that have been on the market f...Andy, I know homes that have been on the market for 2 years and have not sold. Price is the motivating factor. I was told that if I wanted to hold out I might get $120,000 but if I was motivated to move it price it closer to $100,000. So you see we have some choices to make.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-61282943598979631142009-06-13T23:07:18.179-05:002009-06-13T23:07:18.179-05:008:26PM, Good luck selling your house. I will but ...8:26PM, Good luck selling your house. I will but my house on the market after I move. I know that sounds strange, but I don't know how long it will take to remodel my new house and/or how long it will take me to pack. My house will sell better vacant after a clean up, some painting, and maybe minor repairs.<br /><br />4 years ago I was told the average house in Raytown was on the market 6 months. I don't think they will sell that quickly now.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-36268166653029507902009-06-13T21:36:06.991-05:002009-06-13T21:36:06.991-05:00Any non-profit organization can sell fireworks but...Any non-profit organization can sell fireworks but a permit is required. I believe there is a limit of 10 permits each year.<br /><br />7:17PM, if nothing will be done about codes, why are certain people harassed about codes. I know one senior citizen who claims harassment. <br /><br />Take a look at the corner of 67th St and Raytown Rd. There are numerous postings of the same sign on one corner! Looks stupid to me. I think one is enough or even NONE would be better. Maybe one of the editors would like to run out and take a photo. This city looks blighted to me. Why all the talk about Quality Cities? It is just talk and no action. <br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-30592460437270647882009-06-13T20:26:39.277-05:002009-06-13T20:26:39.277-05:00I'm moving, as soon as my house sells. This h...I'm moving, as soon as my house sells. This has become the trashiest town around. MAYOR BOWER DOSEN'T CARE. What a mistake I made voting for this inexperienced joker.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-30287553393945184492009-06-13T19:17:16.548-05:002009-06-13T19:17:16.548-05:00When is everybody going to see that nothing is goi...When is everybody going to see that nothing is going to be done about the codes violations in this city. It doesn't matter whether it's the trucks, property maintenance, animal control or anything else our city hall has gone to pot. Either we live with it or move, city hall doesn't care one way or another.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-8067454602293675662009-06-13T13:32:51.382-05:002009-06-13T13:32:51.382-05:00Andy, There has always has been censorship that is...Andy, There has always has been censorship that is why I don't post much anymore. <br /><br />To Anon 730, How is the chamber selling firework the good ol boy system?<br />Our Lady of Lourdes and The River Church are selling them as well. Any non-profit group can sell fireworks.The Eaglenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-47691306860786893362009-06-13T11:11:25.621-05:002009-06-13T11:11:25.621-05:00A stadium would have been better on 350 HWY than a...A stadium would have been better on 350 HWY than a Walmart. We even have the epertise to build it. A stadium would have brought in related businesses such as restaurants, motels, etc. Much more productive than a Walmart.<br /><br />Maybe Pat Ertz should run for mayor in 2 years. Hopefully I won't be here but I still can vote if I can't sell my property. <br /><br />The Mayor should be a full time job. No person can work full time and have enough time left over to do the Mayor's job properly.<br /><br />BTW has anyone noticed the planter project? Pat has 2 beautiful planters of flowers at his business along with a sign that it is a project. I don't get around much, but those are the only planters that I noticed downtown.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-71582933144727175532009-06-13T10:00:58.281-05:002009-06-13T10:00:58.281-05:00I was speaking with one of the state representativ...I was speaking with one of the state representatives who informed me that our city didn’t make any attempts to obtain state funding for projects. It was stated he has never met any of the lobbyists that the city has hired, which last I recall we are spending $30,000 a year on. I know to some that is not a lot of money, but it would hire an extra code enforcement officer or pay for an additional police car.<br /><br />I guess this is just an additional example of who our mayor really doesn’t care if he brings tax dollars back into our city. To many years building stadiums has clouded his vision for our future. Oh well, we only have two more years to put up with the mistake of electing him mayor.<br /><br />By the way the only person at city hall to reach out to this state representative was Pat Ertz who is working on obtaining state funding for projects water district #2 is working on. This is the type of leadership we need at city hall. Thank you, Pat, for setting an example that Bower needs to live by.Sad Results from Bowernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-26889457977292117882009-06-13T07:30:13.740-05:002009-06-13T07:30:13.740-05:00I understand that the Chamber of Commerce will be ...I understand that the Chamber of Commerce will be selling fireworks. Another example of the good ole boys system at work. Isn't the chief sponsor of fireworks alderman Pat Ertz? Also he's a member of the chamber. Talk about "feathering your own nest". I'm sure the people will remember this when he runs for re-election. I say vote him out, too cozy for comfort at city hall.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-40364573206370641252009-06-12T19:45:13.385-05:002009-06-12T19:45:13.385-05:00I wonder why my last post was censored and not pos...I wonder why my last post was censored and not posted? I did make reference to two individuals (one by name and one by title), but it is the truth and not intended as a personal attack. Greg was on the BOA as witness and he knows it to be true.<br /><br />Everyone who was at the meetings either in person or on TV knows it to be true unless the TV replay is censored.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-63809658243965015982009-06-12T12:31:03.320-05:002009-06-12T12:31:03.320-05:00There seems to be a definite link between service ...There seems to be a definite link between service level from those departments who department heads actually reside within Raytown and those that live in other cities. Just look at the high level of service we are provided by our police department and by emergency medical services. Jim Lynch and Matt Cushman should be very proud of leading the way in the service level we should expect from all department heads. Again, it seems clear the answer to cleaning up the failure to provide the services we the taxpayers expect is by requiring all department heads to reside within our city or turn in their registration.<br /><br />“The Time is Now” we do not need to keep “Reaching for Tomorrow” to achieve having our city to be one of the top communities within Greater Kansas City!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-86396146899863810122009-06-12T07:39:42.572-05:002009-06-12T07:39:42.572-05:00Has anyone ever gone before the City Council and a...Has anyone ever gone before the City Council and asked them<br />what have you people done for the tax paying people of Raytown?<br />I just read in the Post about how the aldermen were praising each other<br />on how well they have been doing. Such as "the economic development <br />projects like the new Hy-Vee grocery store, the current construction of<br />a new Wal-Mart Supercenter, (which Raytown will not see any tax dollars <br />from for twenty three years) and the demolition of the old First Baptist<br />Church." We all know with the old locations of the above mentioned <br />stores Raytown had an income from taxes collected. Now little or no<br />tax income will be collected. Is that the definition of economic development?<br />Then it needs to stop! Plus how much was the total bill on the old church?<br />I feel sorry for the new elected officials that truly seem to care.<br />VanBuskirk, Lightfoot and Mock. They will be beating their heads against<br />the good old buddy wall for their four year terms. Hopefully in two years<br />the people can elect more good, caring people to help them out.Pat Casadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02753840266376084738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-14808871563446959942009-06-11T22:45:12.520-05:002009-06-11T22:45:12.520-05:008:15PM, I think Jay Leno is better at comedy than...8:15PM, I think Jay Leno is better at comedy than Mayor Bower. Bower would never make it on TV.<br /><br />I think VanBuskirk, Lightfoot, and Mock are really bringing up relevant and important questions to all issues.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-75286932943518552532009-06-11T22:37:20.044-05:002009-06-11T22:37:20.044-05:009:11PM, That is why I said our Administrators sho...9:11PM, That is why I said our Administrators should be required to live in Raytown. The problem here is no one will take responsibility for doing something. Have you notified codes or public works?<br /><br />How long will it stay? My answer: Until someone trips over it and sues the city and/or property owner.<br /><br />BTW maybe it will be pictured in part 3. I did go check out the BP station before and after repairs since I happened to be in the area and reported it. Since I am not paid by the city. I think others can do reporting. I know the editors are reporting, but I think complaints carry more weight from a citizen. I received responses to my complaints. <br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-56773490345809910172009-06-11T21:23:53.876-05:002009-06-11T21:23:53.876-05:00Yes, leave our senior citizens alone. I know of o...Yes, leave our senior citizens alone. I know of one who is claiming harassment from the codes people. I have heard it from her and assume it to be true.<br /><br />As for the signs around town, what is the procedure? Do they have to locate the owner and give 10 day notice? If that is the procedure, it is obvious why signs can't be enforced.<br /><br />Hawk, For my information, how do you soundproof a house? I can hear barking dogs, etc. and I am thinking it is coming through the roof, sewer vents, or exhaust fans.<br /><br />I have a Realtor friend who is in the group Cognitive Dissidents and he said the only way to soundproof a house is to build it to the standards of a recording studio.<br /><br />Andy WhitemanAndy Whitemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13663722316994895141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3767127531333372490.post-38900465841000493932009-06-11T21:19:33.389-05:002009-06-11T21:19:33.389-05:00You are so wrong, Hawk.
Our neighborhood deserve...You are so wrong, Hawk. <br /><br />Our neighborhood deserves as much peace and quiet as your does.<br /><br />Working people do not bother me either. But when their trucks are running at night and the stench of diesel fuel keeps me from opening my window to let in a cool evening breeze, well let's just say it kind of makes me a little resentful.<br /><br />Local governments are supposed to write laws to ensure the quality of life for everyone. Not just those who go by the name hawk.<br /><br />I know your kind very well, Hawk. You sound and write so much like a bully. You care only about yourself. <br /><br />I don't begrudge your trips to the country. Why would you resent me and my neighbors from wanting a little peace and quiet in our neighborhood?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com