On Downtown Janesville parking lot stranded

Posted on October 27 at 8:35 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

I guess I don't see what the big deal is. The guy puts up a barricade on the part of the property he owns. Not his fault the COJ closed off the curb easement. He doesn't want to plow or clean up what he's not using. Can't blame him for that. I wouldn't either. And he's probably saving a ton of money on insurance on a parking lot he's not using. I'm wondering if the COJ is willing to take on liability insurance, fix the lot, and pay HUGE dollars to plow the lot in the winter? Just curious and thanks!

On Janesville business owners question assessment increases

Posted on August 22 at 6:18 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

$11 per square foot in down town Janesville? You HAVE GOT to be kidding me. Our company just opened a brand new location in Melrose Park, Il (a little west of Chicago off of the 290.) It has rail access, with a building that is less than 5 years old. The building sat almost 4 years empty, yet BRAND NEW. No Tenants. Excellent traffic flow. The owners built brand new office space with break room, bathrooms, and extra plumbing. We signed a five year deal for $1.75 a square foot. It maxes out at $3.98 per square foot at the end of 5 years.

And governments wonder why businesses are leaving Wisconsin? Proof positive above I'd say. There was NO WAY I could have got that kind of rate in Southern Wi, and it was ideally where we wanted to be. Taxes and utilities were about 43% less in Melrose as well.

Wisconsin is just plain ole pricing itself out of business.

On Milton stands firm on beer-sale curfew

Posted on August 17 at 9:31 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

On Tuesday, Chesmore chastised Shaikh for complaining to the media, accusing Shaikh of calling city officials "corrupt."

Well, quite frankly a lot of them are. And especially in Milton. It's the 'Good Ole Boy Club' in Milton. Shaikh has the right under the 1st Ammendment to openly voice his opinion to whom ever will listen. Whether I agree with him or not, it is his right.

And yes, they are corrupt in my mind. For all intensive purposes, the City of Milton did single him out. After all, bars can sell take out beer in Milton until midnight. Does this make it an 'unsafe community?' Shaikh has a descrimination law suit here, and it will be a big one if the ACLU gets involved or gets wind of it.

On the topic of carry out sales:

A C store owner or counter employee in a C store has a better chance of seeing whether or not someone is impaired before the beer sale is made, and can stop the sale. A lot of (and not all mind you) bar tenders are drinking on the job where good judgement is impaired.

Will they be the one to cut someone off who wants a beer carry out? Food for thought!

Thanks for letting me rant!

On EPA grant to test Janesville brownfield sites

Posted on June 12 at 1:29 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

Under the open records law, I firmly believe that local news agencies should dig a little further and find out where these sites are. A little knowledge goes a long way in something like this!

On Milton High School grads get OK to wear military uniforms

Posted on June 12 at 1:26 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

Semper Fi Marines! And thank you both for serving our country!

On WCLO weighing options for Conry replacement

Posted on May 28 at 8:16 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

Dan is not the first to leave CLO lately. There have been a lot of people to come and go since Bob Dailey retired as the GM. He ran a tight ship and was respected by his staff. I've been told by station insiders that this is no longer the case with the new GM. And for those of you who do not know it, many staff members are on a furlough program at the station. That's right. The people who get paid the least at Bliss Communications are expected to also take days off unpaid. I'll leave it at that...

On Milton to consider renovating Community House

Posted on April 20 at 6:49 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

@gmao: I agree with you that this is a catalyst. And I agree with you that it is apples to oranges. But it's still money being spent. I hope it works and goes well. Not trying to be a jerk, but just concerned about protecting the city is all. Thanks for your viewpoint!

On Milton to consider renovating Community House

Posted on April 20 at 5:51 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

Hmmm. Rehab the community house but we can't get a fire station. I've got a HUGE problem with the vision behind this. I understand it's two different projects, but it seems to me that improving infrastructure to include a better facility for the fire department is more important. And no, I'm not with the MFD.

On Milton chooses new schools superintendent

Posted on April 9 at 12:44 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

He may have a great management style, but as a Milton resident I am concerned about what experience he has at running a school district with huge budget concerns cuts in state aid to a school district.

I have yet to find any published information on what this gentleman brings as a leader of an entire school district.

Still waiting to hear more about that...

On Richmond Township man seeks three seats on board

Posted on February 14 at 5:05 p.m. ( Suggest removal )

I've had the pleasure of knowing Martin (Marty) for about 15 years not only in business but also while I served in law enforcement.
This story by the Gazette in my mind begins to paint an ugly picture of Marty in mentioning the swastika's. His business is selling military antiques among other things.
Nice job Gazette of beginning a smear campaign. Folks-I would strongly recommend that you get to know Martin. He speaks from the heart and uses common sense not only in business but also in his governmental dealings. I wished I lived in the township as he would get my vote. Good Luck Marty!!