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Sheriff Johnson Endorses Danny Griffith

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Beach Lover
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We'll it's official folks! As of last Friday Sept. 19th, Ralph is throwing all his support toward democrat sheriff candidate Danny Griffith. I too was also curious about the locations where Ralph Johnson's signs use to be, were being replaced with Danny Griffith signs. Also certain deputies that had Ralph Johnson signs in their yards and on their trucks, are now being replaced with Danny Griffith ones. As everyone knows, you can't judge a book by it's cover, and i wanted to give Danny the benefit of the doubt and didn't want to jump to conclusions without doing a little investigation work. Sooo these are the facts......Ralph didn't expect to lose this past August, so last year his wife enrolled in the state's DROP program out at the prison, where she works. Now that he lost, he can't move to Tennessee just right yet because of his wife needing to do a few more years with the state.
There has been approximately two meetings within Ralph and Danny since August 26th. There has also been numerous...I repeat, numerous phones calls between the both of them to discuss trying to switch certain supporters of Ralph's over to Danny's side. If Danny wins then Ralph will stay employed with the SO as a Lt. or Capt.(not sure which one yet?)The only problem is that Danny is not wanting it slip out to the public that Ralph is endorseing him...because it's the "kiss of death" especially with the citizens of Walton County who voted against Ralph. I usually vote democrat each election, since I'm a hard core democrat. My entire family from my grandparents to my grandchildren has always been so called "yellow dog" democrats, but this will be the first time I'm going to vote republican this go round for the sake of all these poor deputies and the citizens of Walton County. I know there will be alot of people disagree with my findings but my facts are true and came directly from one of their family members. From what I've acquired about Danny Griffith is he is a very nice guy and a hard working trooper. That's why I didn't want to just go by rumors you hear or read about someone. I had to find out for myself. I just thought the facts needed to be known right now, because come Nov. 4th, if Danny wins and then Jan. 2nd rolls around Ralph is still working at the SO..people are going to say "what the h*ll?" So don't say you weren't warned ahead of time. God helps us....we can't deal with another four more years of Ralph.:bang:

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waltonco lover avatar
Beach Fanatic
#102
You know who else has management experience............ the CEO of the company formally known as Washington Mutual, RJ on his second term. Talk to Danny and you will find more them enough reasons for becoming sheriff. Look at how he has managed his life. Over 30 years of marriage, great property, Two sucessful daughters, making sure he built his father-in-law a barn for his tractors so he could see them all before he passed away, working hard at it to complete it on time. He took care of his dieing Grandmother. He's taken care of me when I had no one else I could turn to and he was sicker then a dog. He watched over a Mans family while he was deployed. And Danny is the Master of any trade I can think of. His solutions to problems though not obvious to many people are obvious to him. The man has tremendous insight. He has the respect and confidence of the county commissioners (a huge plus to being sheriff ) You know something else he has values. He already values each and every citizen alike. He has never NEVER used foul language that I have heard. He holds himself accountable therefore he rarely makes a bad choice. All the qualities I seek in a person who intends on leading a law enforcement agency. I don’t care how many people he knows or how well connected he is. And neither does he. All he cares about doing is continuing to be a good solid leader and bringing WaltonCounty in the right direction. Good management skills are not defined in just one aspect in his life. They are defined throughout his entire life. Another point…… he is a perfectionist. He takes his time to get things right. Anyone that knows Danny knows this about him, a perfectionist to the core. Don’t come at me with management experience because I cant think of a man that has been any more a better manager of all aspects of his life, professionally and personally then Danny Griffith. And that is a FACT.

griffith4sheriff@gdsvs.net or (850) 892-3415



Although I do not know DG, he sounds like a great man. But not to be a smart *&%, we need a sheriff with the skills and training to run a very large department not just a good Samaritan. There are several duties of the Sheriff they need management skills i.e. setting a budget and experience in running a department that the whole county depends on to protect and serve them.

If the election was for "outstanding citizen of the year", I would vote for DG hands down, just from your description of him.:idontno:

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Beach Lover
#103
Although I do not know DG, he sounds like a great man. But not to be a smart *&%, we need a sheriff with the skills and training to run a very large department not just a good Samaritan. There are several duties of the Sheriff they need management skills i.e. setting a budget and experience in running a department that the whole county depends on to protect and serve them.

If the election was for "outstanding citizen of the year", I would vote for DG hands down, just from your description of him.:idontno:
So since Ralph is has more experience then MA he should stay? My point is that Danny is more then capable of running the SO. Even if you refuse to see it right now. And four years from now you will be re-electing him if he should choose to stay.
WCcitizens avatar
Beach LoverAuthor
#104
SwampApe,

No, RJ needed to be voted out and the citizens of Walton County have spoken loud and clear. As for experience or time on the force? RJ had plenty of time as a slick sleeve trooper and just look at the fix the SO is in right now. Look at RJ and DG both troopers who had the same rank and position for the last 28-30 years. They are just looking for their top 5 years so they can retire out with a very high income. I think that is where their best interest is at...not protecting the people of Walton County. As for MA, He has plenty of years as a leo to fill the slot of sheriff for WC. And as for the time as a leo....just look at what he's accomplished compared to RJ and DG. That's just the facts. MA interest is to improve WCSO and give the deputies and the citizens a sheriff that they can be proud of.
Beach Lover
#105
SwampApe,

No, RJ needed to be voted out and the citizens of Walton County have spoken loud and clear. As for experience or time on the force? RJ had plenty of time as a slick sleeve trooper and just look at the fix the SO is in right now. Look at RJ and DG both troopers who had the same rank and position for the last 28-30 years. They are just looking for their top 5 years so they can retire out with a very high income. I think that is where their best interest is at...not protecting the people of Walton County. As for MA, He has plenty of years as a leo to fill the slot of sheriff for WC. And as for the time as a leo....just look at what he's accomplished compared to RJ and DG. That's just the facts. MA interest is to improve WCSO and give the deputies and the citizens a sheriff that they can be proud of.



Im putting you on speaking profile! Clearly you have no idea what you are talking about. There is no such thing as a top 5 being a very nice retirement, look at the one who is working as a balif at the courthouse because his benifits are not really all that great. You continue to compare RJ and DG as if they are the same when infact they are two different animals. You have been corrected in other threads because you are unable to get your facts straight. Its ok I forgive you for your lies and constant name calling! Your problem is "you think" the fact is Danny Griffith cares more about these citizens then you ever will. He will continue to care long after retirement. THAT IS A FACT!!!!!!! Not what I "think"
waltonco lover avatar
Beach Fanatic
#106
So since Ralph is has more experience then MA he should stay? My point is that Danny is more then capable of running the SO. Even if you refuse to see it right now. And four years from now you will be re-electing him if he should choose to stay.


In no way did I imply that Ralph should stay. I think we can all agree that his "experience" did nothing for the Sherrifs department. My comment was simply to state that, with the SO being upside down like it is now, we need a Sherrif that has experience in bettering a department. With the way things are now, I would feel more comfortable having someone go in that is known to improve a department rather than have someone go in that we "hope" can improve it.
WCcitizens avatar
Beach LoverAuthor
#107
Chill out SwampApe....No need to get upset, just take a deep breath I hear it helps to relieve stress. And the one working at the court house is working there because he has never had any top five years at a salary around $109,000 a year either.

To walton co lover,

I agree with you 100% about having a sheriff that has a track record of turning a department around. God knows our sheriff's office needs it.

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Beach Fanatic
#108
Swamp,
Can you please explain DG's advanced management experience?

It's a big move from Police Chief to Sheriff alone but that's nothing compared to the enormous leap it is from Trooper to Sheriff. A long record of law enforcement experience does not alone make a good manager. Bottom line, MA has management experience, DG doesn't...

I agree with this summary. Right now, what WCSO needs is a business manager with law enforcement ability. The Sheriff can then appoint the appropriate people to work as his staff to tackle all the problems we have.
Beach Lover
#109
Chill out SwampApe....No need to get upset, just take a deep breath I hear it helps to relieve stress. And the one working at the court house is working there because he has never had any top five years at a salary around $109,000 a year either.

To walton co lover,

I agree with you 100% about having a sheriff that has a track record of turning a department around. God knows our sheriff's office needs it.


Hey I happy. I would never get upset by you lol, don't give your self too much credit. I just hope you are ready for when I drop the bomb. Ive been doing my research . And Im backing it all up by public record.:wave:
Beach Comber
#110
Hey I happy. I would never get upset by you lol, don't give your self too much credit. I just hope you are ready for when I drop the bomb. Ive been doing my research . And Im backing it all up by public record.:wave:


Swamp
No offense, but sounds to me by your " drop the bomb" comment you are fixing to pull out some dirty tricks from your bag.:(
Beach Comber
#111
You know who else has management experience............ the CEO of the company formally known as Washington Mutual, RJ on his second term. Talk to Danny and you will find more them enough reasons for becoming sheriff. Look at how he has managed his life. Over 30 years of marriage, great property, Two sucessful daughters, making sure he built his father-in-law a barn for his tractors so he could see them all before he passed away, working hard at it to complete it on time. He took care of his dieing Grandmother. He's taken care of me when I had no one else I could turn to and he was sicker then a dog. He watched over a Mans family while he was deployed. And Danny is the Master of any trade I can think of. His solutions to problems though not obvious to many people are obvious to him. The man has tremendous insight. He has the respect and confidence of the county commissioners (a huge plus to being sheriff ) You know something else he has values. He already values each and every citizen alike. He has never NEVER used foul language that I have heard. He holds himself accountable therefore he rarely makes a bad choice. All the qualities I seek in a person who intends on leading a law enforcement agency. I don?t care how many people he knows or how well connected he is. And neither does he. All he cares about doing is continuing to be a good solid leader and bringing WaltonCounty in the right direction. Good management skills are not defined in just one aspect in his life. They are defined throughout his entire life. Another point?? he is a perfectionist. He takes his time to get things right. Anyone that knows Danny knows this about him, a perfectionist to the core. Don?t come at me with management experience because I cant think of a man that has been any more a better manager of all aspects of his life, professionally and personally then Danny Griffith. And that is a FACT.

griffith4sheriff@gdsvs.net or (850) 892-3415


I am sorry but I dont see how any of this has to do with running the Sherrif's department. I doubt very seriously that he has NEVER EVER cussed either. My Granny (God rest her soul) was a fine southern God fearing woman, and even she had her moments that would make a sailor blush in shame. You sure do hold him in a high light , but have yet to show me why he should be the next WCSO Sheriff, and lack of cussing, and barn raising isnt what I as a citizen am looking for.

I will have you know too on MA's behalf he came out at 11 p.m to a ladies house whom I know and removed a large turtle that Game and Fish wouldn't remove because it was after hours, from her yard and she called him personally. He and two officer removed it from her because it was trying to attack her dogs. Does this qualify him to be Sheriff? No, Does it make him a people person? Yes. Just like DG he is a public servant and thats his job. There are times I am sure many of them (OFFICERS) go above and beyond and dont EVER get credit for it. ITS THEIR JOBS. Its a great quality to have as a Sheriff but not the only one that makes up the job description.:blink:
WCcitizens avatar
Beach LoverAuthor
#112
Im putting you on speaking profile! Clearly you have no idea what you are talking about. There is no such thing as a top 5 being a very nice retirement, look at the one who is working as a balif at the courthouse because his benifits are not really all that great.

That statement right there shows your ignorance. Anyone in the Florida State Retirement System retirement is based on your highest 5 years of service, beit a Teacher, City Worker, Correctional Officer, or Deputy.

Now, to answer your question about the Baliff......He's already retired, and he's double dipping. Let me put that in layman terms for you. He's drawing a retirement check and a salary check also.

So, anything else I need to clarifiy for you.:cool:
Beach Lover
#113
I am sorry but I dont see how any of this has to do with running the Sherrif's department. I doubt very seriously that he has NEVER EVER cussed either. My Granny (God rest her soul) was a fine southern God fearing woman, and even she had her moments that would make a sailor blush in shame. You sure do hold him in a high light , but have yet to show me why he should be the next WCSO Sheriff, and lack of cussing, and barn raising isnt what I as a citizen am looking for.

I will have you know too on MA's behalf he came out at 11 p.m to a ladies house whom I know and removed a large turtle that Game and Fish wouldn't remove because it was after hours, from her yard and she called him personally. He and two officer removed it from her because it was trying to attack her dogs. Does this qualify him to be Sheriff? No, Does it make him a people person? Yes. Just like DG he is a public servant and thats his job. There are times I am sure many of them (OFFICERS) go above and beyond and dont EVER get credit for it. ITS THEIR JOBS. Its a great quality to have as a Sheriff but not the only one that makes up the job description.:blink:


Hey sweet gal I never said he never cussed, I said I never heard him cus and I have spent quite a bit of time with him. My point is that Danny has more then what it takes on being a good quality sheriff. I know it sure as the grass is green and the sky is blue. I said my peice and answered your question well. You just refuse to see it that way. I hold Danny in high light because I have been all around the world and met many fine people, and he sure is a good man and will be an even better sheriff. And having my vast and I do mean vast life experience I know without a doubt Danny will do you proud when he wins. Have a look aroung Im not the only one that feels that way. Lets see......... the Valley, Coy Burgess loop, Juniperlake road, SR 83, US 90, US 331, Sunrise road,US 20 All those road I can honestly say I have seen more DG signs then MA signs. But I do thankyou for your maturity and kindness I just wish a couple of the other MA supporters were as mature and respectfull as you have been. Take it from me and my experience serving in the Army. Good Leadership is natural, you have it or you dont. And Danny has more then enough to run the SO better then its ever been run.
Beach Lover
#114
nothing Dirty

Swamp
No offense, but sounds to me by your " drop the bomb" comment you are fixing to pull out some dirty tricks from your bag.:(


I will have it all backed up by public record
Beach Lover
#115
That statement right there shows your ignorance. Anyone in the Florida State Retirement System retirement is based on your highest 5 years of service, beit a Teacher, City Worker, Correctional Officer, or Deputy.

Now, to answer your question about the Baliff......He's already retired, and he's double dipping. Let me put that in layman terms for you. He's drawing a retirement check and a salary check also.

So, anything else I need to clarifiy for you.:cool:



at the court house is working there because he has never had any top five years at a salary around $109,000 a year either.


that is a quote from your post. You said 109,000 to be a baliff. :rolling:
He dont even make close to that two salaries combined!!!!:funn:Again another assumption!!!! What happens when you assume????:idontno: I think you are doing MA more harm then good please keep on posting I love prooving you wrong.
WCcitizens avatar
Beach LoverAuthor
#116
SwampApe,

I'm not trying to assume anything. What I said about RC working at the court house is....listen closely, please....He is working at the court house right now because he didn't try to run for sheriff to get his top five years in the Florida Retirement System at a pay grade of $109,000. Of course he's not going to get payed that amount as a baliff. But don't worry maybe if DG should win the election in Nov, then he'll put RC and crazytimes on the traffic unit together.:clap:
Beach Lover
#117
SwampApe,

I'm not trying to assume anything. What I said about RC working at the court house is....listen closely, please....He is working at the court house right now because he didn't try to run for sheriff to get his top five years in the Florida Retirement System at a pay grade of $109,000. Of course he's not going to get payed that amount as a baliff. But don't worry maybe if DG should win the election in Nov, then he'll put RC and crazytimes on the traffic unit together.:clap:


Chill out SwampApe....No need to get upset, just take a deep breath I hear it helps to relieve stress. And the one working at the court house is working there because he has never had any top five years at a salary around $109,000 a year either. lie #1
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lie #2 after I called you out on lie #1

That statement right there shows your ignorance. Anyone in the Florida State Retirement System retirement is based on your highest 5 years of service, beit a Teacher, City Worker, Correctional Officer, or Deputy.

Now, to answer your question about the Baliff......He's already retired, and he's double dipping. Let me put that in layman terms for you. He's drawing a retirement check and a salary check also.

So, anything else I need to clarifiy for you.

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And then of course lie #3 back up top. you change your story more then a lone fisherman. Do your canidate a favor and chop off your fingers because you are making this way too easy for me.
Beach Comber
#118
Now wait

SwampApe,

I'm not trying to assume anything. What I said about RC working at the court house is....listen closely, please....He is working at the court house right now because he didn't try to run for sheriff to get his top five years in the Florida Retirement System at a pay grade of $109,000. Of course he's not going to get payed that amount as a baliff. But don't worry maybe if DG should win the election in Nov, then he'll put RC and crazytimes on the traffic unit together.:clap:


I don't know RC and I am not even a deputy so keep the traffic unit.
WCcitizens avatar
Beach LoverAuthor
#119
Hate to bust your bubble.

I'm only post this once, because like the old sying goes " You can't argue with an idiot."

Taken for the FRS website

Average Final Compensation (AFC)
[FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]
How is my average final compensation figured? ​
[/FONT][/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]Average final compensation (AFC) is the average of the 5 highest years of salary earned during covered employment. Salary records are kept for retirement purposes by fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Certain kinds of payments, such as lump-sum sick leave payments, retirement incentive bonuses, and lump-sum annual leave payments in excess of 500 hours, cannot be included in the AFC.

Link to website https://www.rol.frs.state.fl.us/forms/Employee-FAQ.pdf


Now, I hope you know that when you get on here and act like a baffoon it doesn't help Danny's cause.

For my final statement on this matter. It amazes me that you would want to argue about how the FRS system works, when both myself and my wife are enrolled in it.


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Beach Fanatic
#120
Ya'll make my head hurt.:funn: All of you are so busy bashing each other and calling people liars that you forget to stress the things about your candidate that mean something to the average voter.:idontno:I admit I am a Republican and will vote for the R candidate unless there is a compelling reason to do otherwise. So, Mr/Ms Swampfox, please tell me:
1. Does Mr. Griffith think we have too many/just enough/ or not enough employees at the SO, especially deputies?
2. Will Mr. Griffith commit to lowering the budget next year as all the other county agencies have done?
3. Will Mr. Griffith stop the practice of allowing deputies to drive vehicles to out of state residences?
4. What does Mr. Griffith think of consolidating all of the 9-1-1 services under one roof and who does he propose operate it, the SO or the BCC or the SWFD?
5. What will Mr. Griffith do with the current employees? How many additional people will he bring with him and how much will it cost?
6. Does Mr. Griffith propose to continue RJ's plan to build an expensive driving range?

These are just things I thought of off the top of my hurting head.:D I wouldn't mind knowing how MA feels about the same issues now that he is the R nominee, although many of these he discussed at length on this forum. Stay on this for awhile and forget calling people liars and such.
Beach Lover
#121
Very valid concerns and I will forward those questions time now

Ya'll make my head hurt.:funn: All of you are so busy bashing each other and calling people liars that you forget to stress the things about your candidate that mean something to the average voter.:idontno:I admit I am a Republican and will vote for the R candidate unless there is a compelling reason to do otherwise. So, Mr/Ms Swampfox, please tell me:
1. Does Mr. Griffith think we have too many/just enough/ or not enough employees at the SO, especially deputies?
2. Will Mr. Griffith commit to lowering the budget next year as all the other county agencies have done?
3. Will Mr. Griffith stop the practice of allowing deputies to drive vehicles to out of state residences?
4. What does Mr. Griffith think of consolidating all of the 9-1-1 services under one roof and who does he propose operate it, the SO or the BCC or the SWFD?
5. What will Mr. Griffith do with the current employees? How many additional people will he bring with him and how much will it cost?
6. Does Mr. Griffith propose to continue RJ's plan to build an expensive driving range?

These are just things I thought of off the top of my hurting head.:D I wouldn't mind knowing how MA feels about the same issues now that he is the R nominee, although many of these he discussed at length on this forum. Stay on this for awhile and forget calling people liars and such.


griffith4sheriff@gdsvs.net
Beach Lover
#122
I'm only post this once, because like the old sying goes " You can't argue with an idiot."

Taken for the FRS website

Average Final Compensation (AFC)
[FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]How is my average final compensation figured? [/FONT]​

[/FONT][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman][FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]Average final compensation (AFC) is the average of the 5 highest years of salary earned during covered employment. Salary records are kept for retirement purposes by fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). Certain kinds of payments, such as lump-sum sick leave payments, retirement incentive bonuses, and lump-sum annual leave payments in excess of 500 hours, cannot be included in the AFC. [/FONT]

[FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]Link to website https://www.rol.frs.state.fl.us/forms/Employee-FAQ.pdf[/FONT]


[FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]Now, I hope you know that when you get on here and act like a baffoon it doesn't help Danny's cause.[/FONT]

[FONT=Times New Roman,Times New Roman]For my final statement on this matter. It amazes me that you would want to argue about how the FRS system works, when both myself and my wife are enrolled in it.[/FONT]


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you got it JL
Beach Fanatic
#123
you got it JL


You people have got to stop with the initials. RJ and MA and DG I can figure out, but "RC" and "JL"? I am officially confused.:confused:
Beach Lover
#124
You people have got to stop with the initials. RJ and MA and DG I can figure out, but "RC" and "JL"? I am officially confused.:confused:


Im not going to use names when someone assumes a silly ammount IE: 109,000 a year is earned by a balif. So I refered to the balif that I know as his initials. Sorry for your confusion just calling some1 out on his misinformation.
Beach Fanatic
#125
Im not going to use names when someone assumes a silly ammount IE: 109,000 a year is earned by a balif. So I refered to the balif that I know as his initials. Sorry for your confusion just calling some1 out on his misinformation.


Apparently you insiders know who you are refering to, but us taxpayers want to know about the issues, not which initials are kissing the butt of whomever. :idontno:I asked some questions yesterday and thusfar neither camp has responded. Makes me wonder about all of ya'll.:bang:
Beach Lover
#126
to idlewind

Apparently you insiders know who you are refering to, but us taxpayers want to know about the issues, not which initials are kissing the butt of whomever. :idontno:I asked some questions yesterday and thusfar neither camp has responded. Makes me wonder about all of ya'll.:bang:



Good point. Im sorry I got all carried away by disproving the lies. Here is the link to the radio debate listen to it yourself and make up your own mind. http://www.wzep1460.com/election_center.htm
Im not an insider I just do my research and ask questions. Im half retired so I have nothing better to do. I too typically vote republican, so I apreciate your point of view no matter which way you lean. Thankyou for your open mindedness and bringing my attention in the correct dirrection.

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