Comments on: Rethink endorsement, Hal

By: Mike Joy

Mike Joy — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 22:08:12 +0000

Well said, Bob!! I agree!!

By: Robert Van Gilder

Robert Van Gilder — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:10:23 +0000

Maybe Hal didn’t read the endorsement. Maybe he did.(Hal read it again)

But Mr. Riordan’s comment: ” Lots of experience in working with large bureaucracies which have left us in the shape we are in today just does not mean much to me anymore.” Is puzzling to me. Maybe Mr. Riordan hasn’t worked with large bureaucracies for the benefit of others?

I had the opportunity of being on the Camino School Board for eight years with Mr. Veerkamp. Running a school district is very much like running any other business with one exception: the payoff is better.

I do not know Mr. Riordan, but I do, respect his comments.

I know Brian Veerkamp and I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Barb at the League of Women Voter’s “debate” at the library. I commend them both for running. It takes guts to put yourself out before the public.

I support Brian Veerkamp in this race.

By: Jim Riordan

Jim Riordan — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 18:38:31 +0000

I too think a lot of Hal. He gets things done and recognizes those who will also get things done. I too believe Mr. Barb is the best man for this Job. I have nothing whatsoever against Mr. Veerkamp and it is commendable to refuse compensation. However, from what I have read, Mr. Veerkamp’s experience is mainly government related, with fire agencies which I also deeply respect. However, I can’t remember hearing any of those positions having anything to do with a Law enforcement side of “public safety” in a manner which would make him more qualified than Mr. Barb. Perhaps Hal was referring to his own knowledge of Mr. Barb’s dedication in supporting our Sheriff and our armed forces, both of which Mr. Barb does. I would like to add that Mr. Barb already has a job, one of his own making. he knows the importance of keeping businesses in this County and the importance of attracting more new business. At this point in time, I believe fresh perspectives and a willingness to work in a productive manner with every other Board member are things Mr. Barb brings to the table. Lots of experience in working with large bureaucracies which have left us in the shape we are in today just does not mean much to me anymore. (Although Our firefighters are right up there with Law enforcement as my top priorities for government spending). This in no way is meant to take away from Mr. Veerkamp whose proven family history and contributions to our County cannot be denied.

By: Phillip Veerkamp

Phillip Veerkamp — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 17:03:44 +0000

Good job, Bob. Me too.

By: Karen Woodrell

Karen Woodrell — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:54:02 +0000

Good job, Bob. I agree.