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Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 20, 2023, 9:01 pm

Me and the Mrs. have made our first two decisions for votes on April 4th.

For school board: Lori Silva. She handed Mrs. O. her information at the parade Saturday. This lady has credentials that really make sense. Two votes for her.

Mr. Hawkins: Don't know him personally but I hear good things. I also hear he's running against a local realtor who, well, mom said if you can't say anything nice......... I have yet to see a sign or handout from that particular lady.

So two more school board candidates to pick out. How about you?

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by Millgirl <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=Millgirl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 20, 2023, 9:46 pm, in reply to "Two Decisions So Far"

I will also be voting for Lori Silva, I have not met her yet, but her background and reputation would be very good for the school board....still checking out some of the other 8 candidates...

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 21, 2023, 7:17 am, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Millgirl, we also got pencils from Mr. Lineman. Do you know him?

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by Millgirl <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=Millgirl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 21, 2023, 10:13 pm, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Opie, I met him recently...he seems to be well informed ..I always ask the hard questions, and he had good ideas...I think he will make a good school board member....

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by gcgrad98 <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=gcgrad98' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 22, 2023, 12:16 am, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Ms. Silva definitely has a great background and education from the info I saw from the parade. I like her.

Dr. Forbes is another candidate that I like, as I have discussed issues with him and seen him inaction.

I have not heard of this other candidate that you speak of, Hawkins?

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 22, 2023, 6:02 pm, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Millgirl, Thanks for that feedback. I hear nothing but good things about that young man and the good job he does for the street department. He just got two more votes thanks to you.

I won't vote for Wilsmeyer because of the way they orchestrated the appointment of the Bryant woman. Candidates were asked if they would run in April IF they were appointed. She apparently said yes and then didn't.

So I'm looking at a possible vote for Christy or the man named Kessler who hasn't yet hit the signs. Should be interesting.

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by Millgirl <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=Millgirl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 22, 2023, 9:48 pm, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Opie, I am not voting for Mr Wilmsmeyer ...not sure who my third vote goes to...still have not meet several of the remaining persons running...

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 6, 2023, 9:57 pm, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Millgirl,

Mrs. O. convinced me to go with the Kessler gentleman based on his answers to a FB survey on 62040.

That' gives me my three.

We will also cast our alderman vote for Hawkins.

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 6, 2023, 10:28 pm, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

Millgirl,

I will say that your comment did change my mind on Mr. Lineman. I haven't spoken with him but I'm glad to hear he is actually speaking to the public because a few of the existing board members don't seem to think that's necessary.

I gave Dr. Forbes a look for a while but didn't care for several of his answers on that survey.

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by Millgirl <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=Millgirl' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 7, 2023, 12:03 am, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

I have not decided on my third vote..it is between Kessler and Christy...I have not met either in person as of yet....I am hoping I will before time to vote...and thank you Opie...Don Leinermann is a good guy and should be good on the board...

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 7, 2023, 6:54 am, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

MG, I only know Christy works with youth baseball and was in the marine corps.

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

Re: Two Decisions So Far

Posted by opinionated <iframe src='https://members.boardhost.com/GraniteGossip/info/user=opinionated' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on March 7, 2023, 11:50 am, in reply to "Re: Two Decisions So Far"

I'm seeing a few signs in our area for a lady who has her picture on the sign. Seriously? How big of an ego do you have to have to plaster your mug on the sign? LOL!

I don't remember ever seeing that in a local election and I hope I never do again. To call it unprofessional is a compliment.

Already voting for her opponent but this act would make me a big NO for her.

When you put a nice saddle on a mule, it's still not a racehorse.

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