Stormy Session Prompts Departure of Robbins's Finance Director
- Print print this page
- Discuss 37 comments, Blog about
Advertisement
First Version of Story
The fact that Vicky Strider was no longer the finance director for the town of Robbins was originally reported in this brief story that appeared on thepilot.com on Tuesday.
The original story, with comments included, can be read by clicking here.
Robbins is looking for a new finance director to replace Vicky Strider following a sometimes contentious session of town commissioners last week.
"Vicky did a lot of work for Robbins," Mayor Theron Bell said. "She did a lot of things that weren't even part of her job, like picking up trash paper off the streets. We hope the manager will find somebody soon to take over and help us move forward."
Bell is out of town on vacation, but spoke by telephone Tuesday morning.
The meeting started at 6 p.m. and ended about 11 p.m. There were a number of important items on the agenda, which included acting on a Robbins Economic Advisory Panel (REAP) budget amendment and renewing two county/town contracts to discussion of ways to improve the appearance of Robbins. County Commissioner Nick Picerno and Craig Kennedy, Republican nominee for county commissioner, were among the visitors.
Commissioners Lynn Loy and Joey Boswell were not present. At Bell's request, the agenda was changed to put the question of the REAP request first in order of new business. The room was nearly full of theater supporters, all clearly expecting the consensus reached at the last meeting of the NCSTEP committee and REAP's recommendation to be approved quickly for grant funds to be used for purchasing the old Village Theater.
That didn't happen. Discussion began with no motion on the floor, and quickly turned to questions about other money from the STEP grant and how it had been used. Terri Holt and Claire Matthew asked about other applications for targeted REAP grants (such as the Village Theater application). Town Manager George Hayfield was at the lectern trying to reply when Strider interrupted him a number of times.
"That's not so!" she said as Hayfield was telling Holt about funds used to advertise Farmers Day coming from STEP rather than the town's general fund. She attempted to correct him a number of times.
Matthew and Holt worried about whether the town would be liable if its STEP money was used to purchase the old theater. There were questions as to who would own the building.
Hayfield explained several times that, once the foundation received the $75,000 from their targeted REAP grant, then a nonprofit organization would assume both ownership and liability risks, if any. The town will benefit if it makes it, but won't be at risk, he told the board.
Foundation Responsible
Theresa Thomas, president of the Village Theater Foundation, also assured the commissioners that the foundation and its board will be the responsible party.
"If we don't make it - and we expect to make it - but if we don't and have to sell the building, the money will go to town beautification and the (Robbins Area Public) library," Thomas said. "It's in our bylaws."
After some 45 minutes, new commissioner Harold "Rocky" Davis moved that the REAP recommendation to amend the budget to make the targeted grant be approved, and it passed without objection.
Both Holt and Matthew expressed support for the theater project but stressed they had some questions about details and how it would work.
On Friday, a public notice went out that the Robbins Town Board would hold an emergency session late in the afternoon for the purpose of naming an interim finance officer, as the law requires. The board gave Hayfield that authority, and he will sign in the capacity of finance officer while he advertises for someone to take Strider's position.
She cleared out her desk that Friday morning and left by noon. Robbins is making no official statement as to whether Strider resigned or was dismissed. Hayfield said he cannot comment, as it is a personnel matter. Strider had held the job for several years, beginning in the position when Robbins was still under its former mayor/council charter.
After approving the contract renewals, acting on a request by Holt, commissioners went into closed session to discuss a personnel matter. Under the manager/council charter adopted only a few years ago, the board has only two employees: the town manager and the town attorney.
All the rest are hired or fired by Hayfield, as the authority of town managers is established by statutes enacted by the General Assembly.
'Look at Big Picture'
That session lasted some time, and the board adjourned without taking any action in open session other than to offer the floor to Kennedy for anything he'd like to say.
"I am a proud citizen up here on this end of the county," Kennedy told the board. "I am very proud of things I heard tonight. The theater is great. I am a big fan of the arts and those things, and those are things that are going to help us."
Kennedy wanted to talk about the county's need for a comprehensive water plan and Robbins' role in finding a countywide solution.
"I want you to look at the big picture - and I know you are having meetings about water - and that's the main reason I am here tonight," Kennedy said. "I want you to know you have a friend, once I am down there. I am going to help you, but you are going to have to help me."
Buying water from other counties, like Robbins does at present from Montgomery and Chatham counties, puts Moore in the position of being a victim.
"We have got to get to the point where we can supply our own water," Kennedy said. "That way we would not be a victim anymore. I like your urgency, Terri, on moving forward. I am working with Ray Ogden and also working independently to put businesses here. I can't sell what I don't have.
"Right now, I don't have water. Got plenty of sewer capacity, but I don't have water. I know the question is, if the county comes in, what does Robbins gain and what does Robbins - or the county - lose. To be honest, my personal opinion, I think it is something we need to look at, and we need to move on ... soon. As a town, as a community, and as a county, I think we need to get over those hurdles."
Businesses are looking to grow now, he said, despite the appearance of the economy - but they need places with infrastructure in place.
"Let us get this board together," he said. "We need to do something right now."
Contact John Chappell by e-mail at jfchappell@gmail.com.
More like this story
Advertisement
Comments
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
Vicky Strider was a fantastic CFO for the town of Robbins. I have always admired her ability to be upfront with many of the issues that have faced Robbins.
That being said, I was at the last town board meeting in Robbins and was shocked at what happened during that meeting. At one point during the meeting, (which was hands down the most unorganized, unprofessional meeting I have EVER been in) it appeared that the Town Manager and Vicky (CFO) were in disagreement. At one point, board members requested more information about a certain action item on the agenda. (In fact, it appeared that they were not given any information at all before hand.) At that point the City Manger and CFO were in disagreement about how certain monies were spent. I sat and watched Vicky read off numbers and verify information she provided to the board, while the town manager scurried off to his office a few times in order to make copies of his materials.
In short, Vicky appeared to know what she was talking about and it appeared that the City Manger was not as prepared as he should have been. The problem here, is not that the CFO told a different story than the town manager, but rather that the Board was not given adequate information about the vote prior to the meeting, and when they asked (and rightfully so) about what it was they were to vote on they were given incomplete and what appeared to be half truths until Vicky spoke up. There was alot of violations of Robert's Rules during the meeting and Vicky did speak out without being called on. (but so did almost 7 other people.) If she is punished because she spoke out, what about the others who were vocal? What about following proper procedures not being taken to ensure that things like this don't happen?
It appears that that this was the straw that broke the camels back when it comes to the personality conflicts between town employees.
It pains me to write about sad things that happen to Robbins. It appears that for too long, people have decided not speak out about the negative things that effect Robbins. It appears that the only story that gets told is one of a small town seeking positive change. While this is true, and one of the most evident characteristics of Robbins, there could be a story behind how and why certain things are promoted or kept off the table. Perhaps true positive change could be a more concerned public who is willing to question the status quo, challenge the norms of small town politics, and become active in the community and town board meetings.
Oh and... Vicky for Town Manger!
mcguy1 2 years, 10 months ago
I have spent some time in Robbins and it has seemed that Vicky was always in to what all the other town employees are doing and not doing rather than worried about her own job responsibilities. The town manager has the right to hire and fire as needed. If it wasn't clear to her why she was let go thats because she signed her release papers before she asked him why, after she does that he doesn't have to tell her anything. And if she ever thinks she may be Town Manager she is sadly mistaken.
GeorgiaMan 2 years, 10 months ago
I have known Vicky for years. I have always found her reliable, upfront and honest in all of her dealings. I find it interesting that State/Federal money is taken from one purpose and used to fund a private foundation. Most unusual. I know that if Vicky thought that things were not entirely above board she would speak her mind. Sounds like she did and was forced out. The Town of Robbins will be poorer without her.
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
@mcguy1 nice username btw......appears original.
I certainly never emplied that Vicky wanted the position nor did I allude to Vicky not knowing why she left. You seem to speak with some authority on the situation.... there has been no official report answering if she resigned or was let go, yet you speak of her not asking before she signed papers. Also, you say that should she want the position she would be "sadly mistaken." How do you know these things, are you a town employee or, better yet, an elected official?
Vicky has done what many people should have done...she challenged the information fed to the public. Afterall, it appears that board members are also steping to the plate to challenge information. Good policy often comes from opposing opinions making compromises. Certainly it should not be one way or no way.....
Vicky appears to be an upright person who has contributed positively to the town for many years. Hayfield can fire at will so to speak but, let's not be.sadly mistaken, we all are accountable for both or action and inaction.
mcguy1 2 years, 10 months ago
yeah its about as original as it gets.... I am neither a town employee or elected official. But if someone is let go or given the option to resign there is a reason that it was done, yet everyone may not agree with it, it was done by a higher authority. If anyone has a problem with that they need to go to town hall and hear the other side of the story and the next time the Town Manager position becomes availiable they should run for it, if they think they can do a better job at it or "not piss anyone off"
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
Ok @mcguy1 you have convinced me, you couldn't be am elected official because they are not allowed to discuss personel matters with the public. Therefore a trip to town hall is unlikely to yield any (legal) results. You are right...there is typically a reason, but to what ends are they legitimate? //insert accountability here.//
Furthermore, one cannot do a job well and not "piss someone off" at some point. The question that can be asked here is not how the town manager can avoid upseting people, but rather how he responds to those who disagree with him.
From a public standpoint, it appears that if you disagree.....you cease to be employed.
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
WOW, i see my comments were removed??? didn't think anything was abusive, etc. What is this about???
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
Agreeing to spend $85000.00 for a building?? when you know that 2 of the commissioners are not going to be there??
hometown24 2 years, 10 months ago
The Town of Robbins lost a great asset, when Vicky Strider left town hall on Friday. It appears that Vicky enjoyed her job, and went out of her way to contribute her time to do "extra" work, that others wouldn't think about taking the time to do. We know this to be true, becuase the mayor alluded to that fact in this article.
But, what this all boils down to is the fact that Vicky was hired to be the town's finance director, and if I'm not mistaken, that's just what she was doing at this meeting....HER JOB!! Mr. Chappell reported that Vicky interrupted the town manager "a number of times". If I'm not mistaken, there was a total of 2 times that it occurred. Why did she interrupt him?, because he was communicating to the public, information that was incorrect, and as finance director, it was her job to inform the public of the correct facts. I would assume that any business would be glad that someone brought to light false information, but evidently not in this situation. According to what I could gather, it needed to be determined if there was enough grant money available for the purchase of the building. According to the town manager, all monies had been paid, and Vicky, being the check signer for the town, rebutted that information, as not being the case. Kudos to her...the public should have been aware that there would have been a shortfall of that amount, but had she not said anything, then the town would have been banking on money, that would not have been there....Imagine that!! With Mr. George at the helm, writing checks, let's hope, for the sake of those poor town employees, that the is not banking on money that is not there, when he goes to signing their payroll checks!!! Best of luck to Vicky in her future endeavors, and if the opportunity arises for her to become the town manager of Robbins, then I hope she will seize the opportunity, and come back to continue to serve the great people of Robbins, as she was doing as Finance Director.
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
@difflook
Your comments were not deleted. I found them on the stub article before the more comprehensive one came out.
davidlambert87 2 years, 10 months ago
Robbins has lost another asset. Vicky has done a tremendous job.
I was at the meeting last Thursday and had to leave early to go to another meeting. However, I saw enough to see that there appeared to very different opinions on an action item. It seemed evident that two board members (of the 3 present and the mayor) did not have information about the vote before them. When dealing with such figures it is important to know exactly what is being done with the town's money. I think it is great to have discussion about the issues because it lays everything out on the table. Without clear instructions there leaves room for interpretation for those who execute the desires of the Board. This of course can lead to things happening that were not the intention of the board, or at least some of the board members.
I agree that the meeting was not run as smooth as it should have been. All the discussion that occurred while I was there occurred without a motion on the table. So, technically, all discussion that occurred was out of order. If part of the reason Vicky was let go was because she spoke in opposition to the facts presented by the town manager without being called upon to speak it appears that many others would deserve a scolding as well.
Best of luck Vicky.
davidlambert87 2 years, 10 months ago
@ bandi69
there are three sides but I have always heard that it is the public side, the private side, and the personal side! :)
mustang4ever 2 years, 10 months ago
As a supporter for the theatre, I was at the meeting and I agree that the meeting was very unprofessional and ridiculous. Now the finance officer has left and a crusade to get rid of the town manager has began again. It seems to me and others that if the town manager is let go. Then Robbins should hire another finance officer and hire another town manager. They do not have to look far because according to citizens who regularly attend those meetings, Robbins greatest assest is their water and sewer. If this is indeed the case, Hal (Rocky) Davis would probably be the best candidate for the job of town manager. Rocky knows the towns water system and he knows alot about everyday operations of public works. He is well liked and respected throughout the community and he has dealt with the public for years. As far as a new finance officer, take applications and hope for the best.
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
She was FIRED Friday morning, reason given was the Thursday night meeting. But i believe since she had communicated CLEAR facts about the Towns Financial position on acquiring the building, that she was on the way out! Sad, Sad that something like this occurred!
mcguy1 2 years, 10 months ago
Buying the theatre will be a waste of money. Yes it may do good as soon as it opens but just like at the old coffee shop on thursday nights when people would get together and play and sing will soon come to an end. The money could be spent on something better for the town. The only way the town would make any money off teh theater would be if they didn't have to pay for people to perform and just charge for admissions.
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
@mcguy1
The money is to expire soon and if it is not spent then it can't be spent at all. For whatever reason (draw your own conclusions here) the theatre was the only project sent to the board for consideration.
Also, the money was transfered to the newly established theatre restoration committee for the purpose of purchasing the building. The town, as explained by those in the town hall, will not be responsible for the building and will only deal with the building profit should the project not come to fruition.
(again, your worries are, in part, some questions that Vicky attempted to find answers to in the meeting.....before she was silenced and later fired.)
JohnChappell 2 years, 10 months ago
At the STEP meeting a consensus was reached with the STEP committee agreeing to change the STEP plan and use money that had previously intended for other uses (salary, materials, expenses for a marketing director job that no longer exists primarily) to buy the Village Theater instead. Any funds in that STEP grant unused by September will be forfeited and go back to the Rural Center.
Some discussion revolved about whether the Village Theater ought to be owned by the municipality or by a new 501C3 nonprofit foundation. The foundation was formed, and it applied for a targeted REAP grant of $75,000 to be applied to purchase the Village Theater. That way, the town will have no liability, no upkeep expenses, etc.
That application subsequently went before the Robbins Economic Advisory Panel — generally called "the REAP board" and the panel approved.
As it represented a change to the STEP budget, the next step was asking that the town board approve REAP’s recommendation. That came before commissioners at this meeting.
A good deal of discussion went on with no motion on the floor until Rocky finally made one, which passed without opposition.
All the details, as I understand it, had been sent as usual to commissioners many days before the meeting so they could clear up any possible confusion, ask any questions, beforehand.
I am requesting a copy of that packet so I can post details or perhaps write a story to clear up what seem to be a number of misunderstandings (especially about how STEP and REAP work, how the grant money was used, and so forth).
I am posting this on both threads; it is not a response to any one particular comment — just trying to add some additional information.
JohnChappell 2 years, 10 months ago
I should add that Vicky Strider was present and took part in the STEP committee meeting. She expressed concern about the town taking ownership (with all ensuing expenses and liabilities) of another building. Listening to her, it seemed to me, was one reason consensus moved toward foundation ownership.
George Hayfield was also at that meeting, and has had experience (Louisa, Va.) with just such a foundation owning and restoring a theater.
The Temple Theatre in Sanford is the No. 1 tourist draw in Lee County, and brings lots of money to the town.
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
With 2 commissioners absent...............................
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
What do yall think? Should there have been a resolution made? It is not a necessity, but resolutions always clearly state what is to be voted on. If some concern is about moving money from one pot to another....then it could be cleared up in a resolution that clearly states what will be done and why it needs to be done.
Also important to note....in the town's system, if there is no resolution the board ultimately gives the Town Manger the discretion to implement items as he sees fit. (Of course some rules must be followed, but less explication = more flexibility.) This is good and bad in certain situations.
MooreNorth 2 years, 10 months ago
Huge loss to the town. Maybe Randy Parton could come help with the theater. Seriously, I wish the project well, but is this where STEP money should go?
SoPinesNo1 2 years, 10 months ago
I wish Robbins the best, I want them to better themselves. It appears that conflicts of interest continue to occur in Robbins as they have historically. It's just not right for Town employees to also be Board members. Maybe switching forms of government in recent years helps dissipate the situation, But surely there are qualified residents in Robbins without tapping employees to be on the Board.
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
The firing of the CFO in my opinion had nothing to do with right or wrong. The CFO simply made a bad decision to challenge the manager in public at the wrong time and wrong place. The correct approach would have been to provide information to council in writing prior to the meeting giving them the tools and information needed to best qualify results and outcome.
In my experience I have witnessed employees get to close to issues outside of assigned roles and responsibilities, over time they can become emotionally attached to issues making it there own, when its not. This only creates a downward spiral for them because they “feel” they know best and should be allowed to make the ultimate decision when they are not in the correct role or position to do so. An experienced manager who knows his or her employees can see this in its early stages and should know how to stop it before it gets out of hand. In this case it seems to have got out of hand.
Anyone who cares about what they do and puts 110% into there job will eventually get to close to issues outside there bounds. Experience will teach us when and how to “remove” ourselves from issues that will get volatile or deeply political. If a manager is making bad decisions, eventually it will catch up to them. Remember, no one gets fired for supporting there manager, but plenty are fired for taking ownership away from them.
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
Sorry, she didn't "challenge" him, an untruth about whether or not funds had been allocated in a prior year out of NC STEP funds to the fire department , was told to the commissioners who asked, Should you, if you are the one who knows, and who disburses the funds, allow a lie, to set there??? Knowing that it may have HUGE impact on a decision to spend $85,000.00 on a building! So, many differing opinions I know, The manager could have shown wisdom also in asking the Mayor for a moment to confer with the Town Finance officer, there is more to this than just this one time deal, she was put on a RR outa there for ruffling feathers and being STRAIGHT UP!
MooreNorth 2 years, 10 months ago
For those of you who don't know, but have an opinion anyway, difflook hit the nail on the head. These are the facts. She didn't challenge him, but tried to correct him from making false statements in a public meeting. Most Managers, at least the good ones, would love to have someone like that around. I'd have given her a bonus, not the boot.
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
@difflook The use of the term "Challenge".
Challenge: - to take exception to; call in question: - to demand as something due or rightful:
My opinon the CFO was not fired for calling out the facts, true or not, that’s not the issue. Nor is it an NC STEP issue. It was how she handled it in public. That’s it... There's no story here... no secret coup
But for some people I guess there has to be drama injected including personal agendas even if it’s at the expense of the CFO and the town. This is sad, if the people that spend time spewing negative messages and pointing fingers really cared about the CFO and the town they would use this energy to support the CFO and her family and help Robbins get back on its feet and move on from this.
@MooreNorth If an employee called a manager a liar in public in front of peers, yelling and screaming they would more then likely be fired not promoted.
As a kid I made a big mistake calling one of my parents a liar in front of friends, needless to say it never happened again! I was not punished for trying to set the record straight, I was punished for calling them liar in front of friends!
clbvpm 2 years, 10 months ago
JohnChappel says.... "The Temple Theatre in Sanford is the No. 1 tourist draw in Lee County, and brings lots of money to the town." ....While this may be the case in Sanford, I do not feel the same will hold true for Robbins. Robbins is in much need of a rebirth, but until there are other venues to draw the public there, a theatre will not survive. For instance, look at the resturants. Sanford has several tea rooms and finer eating establishments. Robbins has, well, let's just say there is no where decent to have a meal there.
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
@tinman- I still maintain that while the CFO challenged the manager in public.... (Corrected an untruth) the real problem lies in the manager not being prepared when he spoke to the commissioners.
FURTHERMORE, the complete lack of structure of the meeting. It reminded me of when I was in grade school and the teacher would step out of the classroom for a moment. In other words, it was chaotic. No motion on the floor. A duologue occurred between people in the audience and the commissioners. The Mayor asked for an audience member to speak about a subject, others just spoke out. There was no proper time for discussion. Vicky was the only one that was asked to not speak out..... Which appeared to be politically motivated?
The fact is the Mayor should have controlled the meeting because when you disregard the rules, and force compliance for some and not others, it causes problems.
Some have speculated that there was a personality conflict between the Town Manager and the CFO..... With a meeting like this the stage was set for those looking for an excuse.
@JohnChappell I look forward to the news of what was included in the commissioner’s packet.
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
@mcguy
I agree with your statement: "the real problem lies in the manager not being prepared when he spoke to the commissioners."
None this less, the issue at hand is the "firing" of the town CFO. Its simply how the CFO carried out her actions in public. The responsibility lies with the council members to make sure the manager is performing in his/her role. No one else.
It doesn't surprise me to see people use this issue to push personal agendas at the expense of others. A very selfish act on those that do. I would like to see these people actually get involved in the community and do something (better use of energy). I personally only see a hand full of council members, citizens and town employee’s work for the community trying to better the town.
Ross 2 years, 10 months ago
TinMan - being a bit melodramatic? She simply alerted him of an error. Sounds as if "he" was made to look unprepared because he "was".
If that had happened in my company - I would have fired "him" - not "her".
Your logic seems to espouse at "best mediocrity!
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
@Ross
Bringing attention to a matter is one thing, but calling your manager a liar in public is another. The CFO and the manager should have taken this offline and discussed after the meeting.
And you are exactly correct! If the council felt the manager was not prepared and can not perform his job, then they should take action. But this did not happen.
I am in no way defending the town manager "himself", but the "position" of the town manager needs to be respected regardless who is filling the role currently and in the future. You can not send the message to employees that they can act this way, where would it end?
I truly feel that the CFO is a good person and this sanitation does not reflect on her personally. It was simply a bad call on how she delivered the message. That’s it, nothing more. We all make mistakes, at least I do anyway.
If you’re a business owner as you state, and one of your employees calls you a liar in front of your peers or maybe customers. You would not take action?
In fact try to do this to a ranking officer in the Military and see what happens.
mcguy 2 years, 10 months ago
What personal agendas do you see being promoted? I have a positive relationship with the mayor but that does not make me any less aware of the problem that was created.
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
@mcguy
"What personal agendas do you see being promoted?"
I see diversion from the situation at hand from "some" bloggers focusing the blame elsewhere almost as if they are using this to oust the town manager. If the manager is not doing the job, "again" ( I repeat) the town council needs to address the issue, but it should not be focused on the decision made to let the CFO go by the manager.
I see miss information in regards to NC STEP funds in the bloggs to make other people look bad and SPIN the truth about what happened.
Let’s ask ourselves some questions here:
This situation reminds me allot of President Obama and Gen. McChrystal's ordeal a few months ago. General McChrystal was (is) a great leader, soldier and a great person but we can NOT have our General's acting insubordinate to the Commander and Chief. Period! My opinon of the current Commander and Chief is not a positive one, but I respect the position he holds and the decision he made in regards to General McChrystal.
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
FYI... Just a note for clarification:
Robbins is a "manager form of government", which gives the responsibility to the town manager to direct, hire & fire employees of the town. In no way can council members make decisions or get involved in manager employee issues, if they do, I hope they have a good attorney. They are acting on there own at this point without town representation.
Town council sets policy for the town, decides on organization of municipal government AND work with others in the community and in town government to "define" community goals and to peruse the public good.
That pretty much sums it up!
difflook 2 years, 10 months ago
LOL yeah thats what you think, that Board or some??? or maybe in the SINGULAR, doesnt direct, advise and cant advise??? thats a joke!,, Evidently you are not from Robbins, and don't know! Personal agenda was BUY THE THEATRE building, any got in the way of that, knock em out of the way! Sorry, but thats the bottom line! Ah isnt this like being FIRED for being whistle blower????? Where s an attorney???
clbvpm 2 years, 10 months ago
I heard that the crowd there was so large because of a Facebook page asking people to attend. I also heard that some of the Facebook comments centered around having a movie theater back in Robbins. So, it sounds like some of the locals are expecting this rather than a cultural arts center. I don't have a Facebook account to check this out.
ASU88 2 years, 10 months ago
Robbins folks, Don't worry if your cultural arts center/ movie theater does not make a go of it. You are welcome to come to Carthage every other Monday night @ 6:00PM for the bi-weekly show put on by the three stoogies. Also some shows evolve into verbal boxing matches with a dash of comedy added for variety. Maybe we can get the Moore Co. Commissioners to bring their road show to Robbins once a month to "kick start" the opening of your new theater building but along with them you have to take the "Stop the Detention Center" picketeers that encircle (not quite encircle because there is usually only three NIMBY folks toting a sign) the old courthouse. Just looking out for my "Northern" neighbors! :)
MooreNorth 2 years, 10 months ago
Don't recall a "Joe Wilson" moment TinMan. I guess we will see how this plays out in the coming months. I predict.., the money will end up at the Robbins Library, Vickie will find a better job with less stress, and the town manager will canoe off into the sunset. BTW we greatly appreciate your insight to how our government works. Thanks! What would we do?
TinMan 2 years, 10 months ago
@MooreNorth
I agree with you on the "Vickie will find a better job with less stress".
With all said, in the end Vickie will be the real winner here. She seems to have plenty support and there "seems" to be a few Robbins business owners on this blogg that could offer her a much better job!