I had unanswered concerns about the Rain Garden’s construction, maintenance and long-range effectiveness. Others thought that it would not drain properly in floods and storms. Is it political to want to avoid a project that could become a liability?

The paving project: I had concerns about the new product. Plus, the product we purchased was a proven one used at the junior high. Not inferior. Proven. Is pavement political? And regarding that bid policy, I brought it back before the board for reconsideration once I became board president, but they probably didn’t tell you that.

Kallman Law: Recent comments make it sound like they’re really raiding our funds. You might be surprised to learn that not one cent has been spent on them yet. They are “on call” and ready to advise the board but have been paid $0. Again, the recall narrative depends on you not knowing that fact. Is it political to want to have a broader view of an issue and more information? Isn’t that exactly how you avoid lawsuits, by getting more perspectives on how a case might go?

The “clapping ban” saga continues with the Alpena City Council instituting just such a policy in order to protect their ability to get through their business. Recent comments make it sound like I had deputies posted to remove people for clapping, but did this happen even once? No. I simply asked people to respect our policy which they flatly refused to do.

If they aren’t giving you all the information, doesn’t that make you wonder, “What’s their agenda?”

Eric Lawson

Alpena