Special Meeting Parameters

After hearing of the special meeting on Wednesday, I wanted to get information about the procedures that would take place. Mayor F was kind enough to call me for a few minutes. Here's the general idea on how Wednesday will work:

He expects that they will discuss three separate items. The Zemel Property, the Westphal property, and the charter violations. There will be no ordinances discussed. There will not be a consent agenda. He does expect to allow public input time.

He explained that they will only be able to commit to one action, that of launching an investigation. If they feel there is enough information, and enough residents feel that we should move forward, a motion could be brought forward to investigate Mr. Rosado's dealings.

The Council has power of subpoena, so they will most likely have access to Mr. Rosado's financial records, and access to any paperwork they may deem necessary. The extent of their subpoena power will be discussed by the City attorney, at the meeting on Wednesday.

I urge everyone to attend this meeting. It is vital that they understand your opinion about whether or not to pursue this investigation. All of the council members have committed to join this meeting on Wednesday, with the exception of Mr. Rosado. I certainly hope that he chooses to accept responsibility, and is there to present his side of these very troubling accusations.

I will certainly be there, and I plan to speak, in favor of moving forward with the investigation. Every home owner, land owner, business owner and resident is owed an explanation of the events that have occurred.