Who is this group? Anyone know?

That's code for unemployed DeFuniak Springs residents who spend all day on the internet gossiping about lifelong residents of this great county.

Mmmm. That's a telling comment about your character. I guess that whole "have a blessed" day thing is a front; I know a lot of people who use that comment to imply they are of high moral or character and truly care. On the contrary, your comment to Misty is flatly cruel and if you somehow think you are more special because you have lived here your full life you are not; not by any stretch of the imagination. We are all equals regardless of where we came from or how long we live here. These forums do indeed contain gossip at times but they glean a wealth of information on the activities, good and bad, in our fair County. A lot of information is shared, people organize and they most importantly communicate which is how most everything gets done in our society. If you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen. And, have a blessed day; whoever you are.

That's code for unemployed DeFuniak Springs residents who spend all day on the internet gossiping about lifelong residents of this great county.

Yes, I'm unemployed. My health issues continue to play a part in that. Gossiping? Gossip is to talk behind someones back, spread rumors, whisper or tell tales.

I don't talk behind peoples backs. The BCC knows exactly who I am and also knows I would NOT hesitate to call out their despicable actions publicly without a second thought! I don't whisper either. I'd shout it from the rooftops! And if you have proof I've lied about anything I've said publicly (this is a public forum) please justify that or be quiet!

Yes, I'm unemployed. My health issues continue to play a part in that. Gossiping? Gossip is to talk behind someones back, spread rumors, whisper or tell tales.

I don't talk behind peoples backs. The BCC knows exactly who I am and also knows I would NOT hesitate to call out their despicable actions publicly without a second thought! I don't whisper either. I'd shout it from the rooftops! And if you have proof I've lied about anything I've said publicly (this is a public forum) please justify that or be quiet!

You don't need to justify any of this to anyone Misty and thanks for the Troll definition. If the shoe fits....
I won't be paying attention to this cat and you should not either. Unless of course for me unless he/she decides to unveil their own identity. I meant what I said; I just can't take them seriously.

Yes, I'm unemployed. My health issues continue to play a part in that. Gossiping? Gossip is to talk behind someones back, spread rumors, whisper or tell tales.

I don't talk behind peoples backs. The BCC knows exactly who I am and also knows I would NOT hesitate to call out their despicable actions publicly without a second thought! I don't whisper either. I'd shout it from the rooftops! And if you have proof I've lied about anything I've said publicly (this is a public forum) please justify that or be quiet!

Please accept my condolences regarding your health. You shouldn't speak ill of anyone, particularly good men like GR Miller who are no longer around to defend themselves. Perhaps then your opinion may be taken more seriously by the BCC.

Misty, we may not always agree with you, but I feel all of us certainly respect you. Phil's (?) post about you was totally out of line.

Please accept my condolences regarding your health. You shouldn't speak ill of anyone, particularly good men like GR Miller who are no longer around to defend themselves. Perhaps then your opinion may be taken more seriously by the BCC.

I haven't spoken ill of GR Miller. GR Miller cost this county hundreds of thousands of dollars not only in attorney fees he charged the county but also in litigation fees he cost the county by not operating in the Sunshine! That was proved in a court of law! Regarding the most recent lawsuit Suzanne Harris won and the article Bob Hudson posted. I never said a word about GR Miller. I applauded Suzanne Harris for defending the Citizens of this county who want open honest government! What I did say was that I had no reason to doubt the validity of the story written by Tom McLaughlin as I had never ever seen a retraction issued by the NWFL Daily News in regard to one of his stories. In fact, the very next day the NWFL Daily News did print a retraction and I'm the one who copy pasted that article to this forum! Let me reiterate that until that day I had never seen a retraction in regard to one of Tom McLaughlin articles. I did also say that GR Miller was deceased and I did re-post a comment made by his widow that was shared on my page demanding that retraction with the threat of a lawsuit to the person who had issued the documents.

Come at me when and if the legal fees Suzanne Harris is owed are paid!

@Phil Good
Simple question please. Do you believe operating a commercial enterprise on public beaches is fair to the community?

Should you engage me with sincere honesty, I may want to follow up with a few respectful questions.

Thank you-

Misty, we may not always agree with you, but I feel all of us certainly respect you. Phil's (?) post about you was totally out of line.

Yes Andy A, and for someone who has been on SoWal for less than a month he has defined the fact that few will have any respect for him at all. Respect is something that is earned. Character and integrity is something that is evident in actions and words. It's something when lost is very hard to get back. But it can be done.

Misty, we may not always agree with you, but I feel all of us certainly respect you. Phil's (?) post about you was totally out of line.

Thank you Andy. I don't expect that people will always agree with me but I would hope that my own integrity and my honesty speaks for itself. I'm not now nor have I ever been a liar and I've spent more time researching facts than I can even document. In fact Larry Jones even made the comment one time that I should actually work for the County because I've done the research! It wasn't a job offer (I would have refused it regardless) but it was one hell of an admirable admission.

Thank you Andy. I don't expect that people will always agree with me but I would hope that my own integrity and my honesty speaks for itself. I'm not now nor have I ever been a liar and I've spent more time researching facts than I can even document. In fact Larry Jones even made the comment one time that I should actually work for the County because I've done the research! It wasn't a job offer (I would have refused it regardless) but it was one hell of an admirable admission.

I'm with Andy and Dave on this. You are respectful and factual in your positions and didsagreements. Although we have differences, I will always look for common ground with folks like you. You are a good person and your health is in my prayers.

P.S. @Phil Good

Good men operate in the Sunshine!

Since you got me started on this rant @Phil Good let me also add that GR Miller had AMPLE opportunity to be a "good man" (your words) and defend his own character which, the lawsuit Suzanne Harris brought against the County proved he did not do!!

I don't make this stuff up, there are legal court documents that prove it!

Yes Andy A, and for someone who has been on SoWal for less than a month he has defined the fact that few will have any respect for him at all.

Which is probably why he is operating under a pseudonym!

@Phil Good
Simple question please. Do you believe operating a commercial enterprise on public beaches is fair to the community?

Should you engage me with sincere honesty, I may want to follow up with a few respectful questions.

Thank you-

Absolutely. Do Taxi services operate on public property? How about an ice cream truck?

One last comment @Phil Good then I'm going to go drink some calming tea (or a bottle of tequila ) to settle my last nerve that you systematically set out to get on! I don't give a tinkers damn what the majority of the BCC thinks of me (there are 2 exceptions) because I don't think much of dirty politicians who don't operate in the Sunshine, have hidden agendas and do not support the people they were elected to serve. It's also why I don't attend BCC meetings anymore. I cant afford to drink and herbal remedies don't offer the same effect that staying away from the bullshit does.

Absolutely. Do Taxi services operate on public property? How about an ice cream truck?

Very poor analogy!! Taxi's and ice cream trucks are not stationary for the majority of a day and do not prevent the normal flow of traffic or prevent other drivers from getting to their destination!

Sorry for the naïveté but what is a "Troll?" I mean, besides the plastic toys my sister had when I was a kid.

Every other person on facebook.

It is amazing that some people think that being rude and disrespectful somehow drives their point home. When the whole vendor issue came up I basically sided with the vendors. I figured they were just earning a living and providing a service. I have been convinced by the evidence that in fact vendors are harming tourism and aggravating locals and need to be reined in. I am sure I am not the only person who has changed their mind due to bad actions by vendors.

It is amazing that some people think that being rude and disrespectful somehow drives their point home. When the whole vendor issue came up I basically sided with the vendors. I figured they were just earning a living and providing a service. I have been convinced by the evidence that in fact vendors are harming tourism and aggravating locals and need to be reined in. I am sure I am not the only person who has changed their mind due to bad actions by vendors.

Right again Danny. I believe a public beach is a public beach; no commercial activity. Or, at the very least they need to be reined in as you say.

I don't think a total ban is politically feasible but I do think not allowing vendors at neighborhood accesses and selling franchises to one vendor for each regional access would be a reasonable compromise. I also think a total ban of ghost setups on public beaches is necessary and a total prohibition of setups closer than 30 feet to the water as well. If this does not solve the problem then we can go farther. Our total economy must come before any individual or group.

@Phil Good
Simple question please. Do you believe operating a commercial enterprise on public beaches is fair to the community?

Should you engage me with sincere honesty, I may want to follow up with a few respectful questions.

Thank you-

Absolutely.

Thank you for the reply.
Follow up question...
Where would you draw the line? Meaning, can I setup a hotdog business at a public beach? Three hot dog stands? Ten? Twenty?
Can I set up hot dog stands that are empty with no hot dogs...just to promote the other hot dog stands?

Thank you-

I don't think a total ban is politically feasible but I do think not allowing vendors at neighborhood accesses and selling franchises to one vendor for each regional access would be a reasonable compromise. I also think a total ban of ghost setups on public beaches is necessary and a total prohibition of setups closer than 30 feet to the water as well. If this does not solve the problem then we can go farther. Our total economy must come before any individual or group.

Why not? PCB and Bay county got tired of scooters....

Why not? PCB and Bay county got tired of scooters....

I maybe wrong but I think getting three votes for a total ban isn't happening right now. I am not sure any restrictions can get three votes but I think it is worth a try.

Thank you for the reply.
Follow up question...
Where would you draw the line? Meaning, can I setup a hotdog business at a public beach? Three hot dog stands? Ten? Twenty?
Can I set up hot dog stands that are empty with no hot dogs...just to promote the other hot dog stands?

Thank you-

If there is a demand for it, set up as many stands as you can and still remain profitable. Have you been to NYC lately? Hot dog stands everywhere!

I maybe wrong but I think getting three votes for a total ban isn't happening right now. I am not sure any restrictions can get three votes but I think it is worth a try.

I think a binding referendum would decide it quite succinctly.