When I was first elected to the Sunnyside City Council I was introduced to some gentlemen who were trying to get the Federal government to help address the issues of water in the Yakima Valley, they had a plan (a good plan) – and were doing their best to get … Continue reading
Our new Mayor Pablo Garcia has some ideas about how to deal with the gang problem. Kima-TV interviewed him on January 28, 2008. [View:http://go.axcess.us/media/mayorgarcia.wmv]
[View:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8iYygDw3C0] I don’t know what to say, I am disappointed in Fred. I was excited when he entered the race, but from day two (cause day one really was exciting) – I could tell there was going to be problems. I am not sure if he got bad advice from … Continue reading
Just downloaded and installed the Windows Live Writer today. Wow, this is a great application for being able to blog without having to open a web page. If you haven’t tried it yet and you are a blogger, I highly recommend it. Here is link to download the software: http://get.live.com/writer/overview … Continue reading
I received this email recently, and felt I had to respond… Social Security Change For 2008 – The United States Senate voted to extend Social Security Benefits to Illegal Aliens beginning in 2008. Now, the following the senators who voted to give illegal aliens Social Security benefits. They are grouped … Continue reading
I am happy to announce that for the first time in my political career I have been appointed to a National Board. The Association of Washington Cities has appointed me to the National League of Cities Information Technology & Communications Committee. The committee consists of municipal elected officials from all … Continue reading
I said farewell to a colleague and a friend last night, and although I am sure it’s not the last time he and I will chat – His guidance will be sorely missed. Printed in the Sunnyside Daily News, December 11th, 2007 by: Corey Russell It was a who’s who … Continue reading
Re: the recent editorial by John Fannin, “Strong mayor form of government would be ideal for city of Sunnyside,” dated Oct. 3, 2007. Mr. Fannin’s suggestion of changing our form of government because of the recent issues with the city manager or the upcoming budget challenges does not make sense. … Continue reading
Maximilian “Max” Restucci1999 – 2006 It is with great sorrow that I share with you today thepassing of our dog Max. He was a good companion, and a watchful protector of the Restucci Family. He will be sorely missed.
Many people have asked me why I had recused myself, and although I don’t necessarily feel I should have to say why and the law does not compel me to do so, I will say this. Does it really matter? I think what really matters is whether or not I … Continue reading