Esslinger at it again!
Contributed by: Jim B.
I have not watched a council meeting in a while, but wanted to watch last night because of the Five Rivers Term Sheet vote. Before that, the vote came up for letting dogs and camping in Menominee Park for Sawdust Days. Paul attempted to shoot that part of the vote down by amending the consent agenda. His reasoning was if citizens couldnt have dogs in the park or camp why should visitors. Tom Stephany got up and explained that carnival workers travel with pets, and camping was for the re-enactment camp. Seems fairly logical that these visitors should get a pass. Burk Tower pointed out that other citizens have been afforded a special pass in this area on a short term basis.As much as I am an advocate for dogs in the parks, this just seems like more grandstanding by Paul. I understand the whole, "supporting the citizens of Oshkosh" thought, but this was ridiculous. It is almost as if he just takes these stands to get more face time. Being the lone no vote is not always a good thing!!
Jim B.
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Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 15 2006 @ 08:30 PM MST
I think I understand what Esslinger was trying to do but I must say I agree that he likes to grab as much attention as he can. His ego has become more swollen with each election he wins. Let's hope the one in February was his last. When you're always the lone no vote you aren't helping the cause of taxpayers.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 06:58 AM MST
I am not an Esslinger fan. However, I completely disagree with your opinion that the lone "no" vote is a disservice to the taxpayers...how so? If his vote of "no" is reasoned and logical, I have no problem with him acting as the lone dissenter. However, my beef is that his votes tend to be inconsistent at times (his position on the Leach ampitheater as being a boondoggle and his vote to build the new pool which is destined to be a money loser each and every year of its existence), and often a response to the majority. To vote "no" for the sake of "no" is wrong, but if he has a good reason for that vote, I begrudingly stand by his right to vote no.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:47 AM MST
The Leach ampitheater in which taxpayers paid over 3.5 million with a 250k floating dock to boot, versus an existing aquatic center that was beyond repair and funded at over 95% of donations is not inconsistent! He supported the better use of PRIVATE money versus a poor use of PUBLIC money!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:50 AM MST
Small, but necessary point: we did not have an aquatic center before. It was a city pool. But your point is well taken.
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Authored by: Jim B. on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:53 AM MST
I completely agree that being the lone dissenter is not necessarily a bad thing. In the case I brought up (albeit small), his lone dissenting vote was a joke. After he heard the logic involved he should have rescinded his amendment and moved on! By the way, what is up with Frank Tower? He sat in that coucil meeting without a peep????Jim B.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 23 2006 @ 06:01 PM MST
Esslinger has repeatedly shown he has no humility and does not understand when to admit he was wrong and move on. You're asking for something that won't happen Jim because Esslinger always thinks he's right. Frank Tower? Who knows. He is done in a few weeks and maybe feels why open his mouth. He is as quiet now as his entire first term. He only became vocal when it was advantageous from a deputy mayor position.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 10:02 AM MST
Funny how all of this PRIVATE money is going to end up costing the city money!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 11:53 AM MST
We don't know if or how much money it will cost us. But Esslinger has complaiend about rushing things through when other people present things but it's fine when he does it. His remarks and actions lack consistency as someone already noticed.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 18 2006 @ 06:38 AM MST
Whose opinion as to its better use? Esslingers. According to Esslinger it could have been used for other things (that being the private Leach donations). His and your statements are entirely wrong: they were private donations for one purpose alone- an ampitheater. Esslinger complained back then that the money could be used more wisely for better projects. When did he become the gatekeeper to private funds? (as an aside, I dont agree with the opinion that the Leach is not a viable project. With the right management it can be profitable)....however, you have clearly made my point for me. When it came to private dollars, Esslinger appeared to "know best" as to what the money should be used for. However, his stance on the public funding of an aqautic center was entirely inconsistent; where was his outrage and indignation over the moneys used for a project that according to its presenters would NEVER make money (based on the proprosed fees, assuming it never rains from May 31 to September 10ish, will lose thousands of dollars every year. Based on its BEST summer, it will lose money), a project similar to one in Omro (10 miles away) and Berlin (14 miles away). Esslinger never mentioned his concerns over other more worthy and needy projects, as he spearheaded with Leach. Why? He is inconsistent. There is another reason: he has been against the revitalization efforts for downtown Oshkosh for years and his votes show his continued effort to obstruct any effort to move forward with this project. So, when he claims to stand up for the little people and those in need when he objects to the projects bordering on the revitailzation effort in downtown Oshkosh, his Don Quioxte act should not be believed. He's just bitter over having been silenced by the majority of the council (which, interestingly seems to be re-elected year after year, despite the revitailzation projects that Esslinger continues to tilt at).
Let him vote "no". I like a dissenter. I just don't happen to like Esslinger because he is a phony. The only "no" I plan to use with Esslinger is in the ballot box: Esslinger for council...."NO"!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 19 2006 @ 12:59 PM MST
You're right about Esslinger not to mention that he's become insufferable in this last term.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 09:02 AM MST
Inconsistency has become Esslinger's middle name.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 23 2006 @ 12:43 PM MST
Totally agree...He shouts about government being open but agrees to confidentiality with the 5 Rivers guy...How 2 faced can he be...
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 19 2006 @ 03:33 PM MST
He has become just another politician.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 03:00 PM MST
Can anyone tell me why Esslinger thinks he and he alone knows what's best for Oshkosh? The voting record has shown that he does not know what is best.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 04:31 PM MST
He doesn't know what's best for us. If he did he wouldn't keep getting outvoted by the other council people. He lacks vision and is afraid to spend money to make money and what he has voted to spend money on (e.g. a swimming complex) is guaranteed to lose money long term. This is not a man with a vision for a better Oshkosh.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 07:41 PM MST
I read the new posting on here about Paul Esslinger and agree with the comments by Ms. Hentz. When I heard Esslinger talking about the vote I kinda thought the same thing. I have never been a big Esslinger fan but usually agree with part of his opinions. I have never liked the way he always tries to make himself look better than everyone else tho. That part of him makes me sick to my stomach.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 01:09 PM MST
Esslinger has shown he can't be trusted. We need to find someone else to take his place. Dennis McHugh is that canidate.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 05:10 PM MST
Oh, yeah like that would be an improvement, please is that the best you have to offer? What makes you think he can be trusted?
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 24 2006 @ 10:21 AM MST
During the debate Esslinger talked about how he would have been remiss if he had not met privately with the 5 Rivers developer. So how does he think meeting with him helped us? He could have told the developer to bring his ideas to a meeting of the council so everyone could hear them. Esslinger's explanation for signing that confidentiality agreement is a load of hooey which is what happens when you don't have a good enough reason for doing something.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 05:38 PM MST
all you have to do is look at his meneurisms on his tv discussion and that should give you a pretty good idea of what kind of man he is... he is not a man he is a child. his expressions alone when having a discussion on importnat issues with the city make him look like a very immature candidate. his runner was at least curtious and behaved like an adult. Esslinger we can do without your little child like facial expressions and the city can do without you. While good diversity is a must on the council we also need to be able to get things done.... Esslinger you cant get things done and you dont have the support of fellow council members and you will not have mine.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 09:06 PM MST
He acts like a spoiled child who needs a time out when he can't have his way.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 01:10 PM MST
REASONS NOT TO VOTE FOR PAUL ESSLINGER:* Supporter of Iraqi war referendum...* Opponent of smoking ban...* Helped create and pass aquatic center with little discussion...* Supported garbage fee creation...* Signed confidentiality agreement with 5 Rivers developer...* Usually votes against development unless his...* Missed important goal setting conference for city manager to play cribbage...* Voted for angel statue in park without asking any questions about other sites or seeing the church/state conflicts (so did Burk Tower). Now says the line drawn in the sand by Mayor Castle was one of the most beautiful things he’s ever heard Castle say...* Unfairly targets other council members over election donations...* Complains about special interests running the city but has no problem accepting donation from special interest groups himself, saying they’re different from the other kinds…* Uses council meetings to grandstand when ever possible and acts beligerant when he loses a vote...
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Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 05:55 PM MST
And I might add: Leaves early or does not attend budget sessions and then votes agains the budget.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 08:53 PM MST
Forgot about that one.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 26 2006 @ 11:59 AM MST
The Oshkosh Northwestern summed things up fairly well when saying why he did not get their endorsement. Esslinger's created his own problems during the last 2 years and it's coming back to haunt him.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 05:53 AM MST
This morning's Northwestern had a wonderful letter to the editor giving more reasons not to return Paul Esslinger to the Common Council. If you have not seen it here is the link.
http://www.thenorthwestern.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060330/OSH06/603300426/1191/OSHopinion
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 09:05 AM MST
This very negative letter about Paul Esslinger, all from a person that decries negativity? Just another mouth piece for the tax and spenders. Maybe Ms. Feld could explain how in the world the ONW was able to endorse Mr. Madison for council this year with no experience, yet after 4 year on the county board, and running for his 3rd term against KATHY LENNON, the ONW endorsed HER! Have you ever spoken with this woman? Yikes! Mr. Madison is nothing but a talking head for the spenders, and not a very good one at that. I have also noted that Ms. Feld is associated with Mr. Bryan Bain during his campaign, I will remember this when I hear Mr. Bain talk of progress and positive alliances in the future.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 09:22 AM MST
Make all the comments you want about Ms. Feld, Ms. Lennon, Mr. Madison, Mr. Bain and whoever else you want to gripe about. The truth of the matter is Paul Esslinger has displayed behaviors and attitudes that have no resonated well with a LOT of people. That is why he has lost support. It's okay you don't share those feelings but we're all entitled to ours. I happen to agree with the letter to the editor and I know a number of people who feel the same way. Mr. Esslinger will more than likely still become re-elected next Tuesday but that should not be taken as a huge victory when he has lost the strength among the voters he once had.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: mjs on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 04:04 PM MDT
I applaud all those that spoke in favor of revising our direction to attract retail opportunities at last Wednesday's council meeting. Mr. Esslinger is especially deserving of kudos for taking the lead on this extremely important task. The April 26 & 27, 2006 editions of the Oshkosh Northwestern sums up my feelings their editorial. Oshkosh has given Rob Kleman and the old and new OCDC far too long with far too little results. No results, no accountability, no communication…enough is enough!I hope the result of the council meeting last evening will be a more intense focus on retail recruiting efforts in Oshkosh. We need a strategic plan and we need to have that plan executed in a professional, responsible manner. I believe Doug Pearson and CHAMCO fit’s the bill… a perfect candidate for this task. Doug has been extremely successful in industrial recruitment and retention. Furthermore, Doug has expertise in the area of retail recruitment. Doug has shown that he is accountable and effective in his duties.I encourage our City Council to put their faith and support behind CHAMCO as the lead retail recruiter for Oshkosh. I think in a year or two we will be rewarded with a far better selection of retail opportunities than we currently have!
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: admin on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 05:34 PM MDT
They are not interested right now. Their board decided that earlier today. Please see the new story on this site which discusses that and feel free to comment there.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: oshwi324 on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 08:06 PM MDT
Does the city's (OK, Esslinger's) resolution to recommend CHAMCO reek of the same "waive the bid" issues that plagued the city with the amphitheater bathrooms? If we're interested in choosing an agency to promote the retail and commercial growth within the city, shouldn't we do it more along the lines of an RFP than just asking a specific agency to do it?I don't know on this one...that's why I am asking your opinions. At first blush, tho, this seems odd that the city would just ask an agency to do it without giving others a fair kick at the cat.Opinions?
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: admin on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 08:28 PM MDT
I have copied your comment to a new thread under a story posted earlier this evening and hope the discussion can be continued there. The discussion here was originally about something else altogether and to start up something new here might be confusing and get too "busy" for people.
- Cheryl
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 08:00 AM MST
I noticed it too Jim...I am having a hard time figuring Esslinger out...Maybe you're right that it is grandstanding and nothing else...
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 26 2006 @ 01:04 PM MST
Esslinger has become an arrogant oaf. We don't need any more of that on the council.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 10:49 AM MST
I wouldn't go so far as to call him that but he is arrogant and spoiled. That much anyone can see from the meetings. When you're always on the loosing end of votes may be you get that way. I won't be voting for him because I think we deserve someone with more vision for Oshkosh and who isn't so negative about everything others bring up.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 22 2006 @ 10:55 AM MST
Esslinger loves having face time but he is not the face to represent this city any longer.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 01:59 PM MST
Many of us are tired of his face and his 'my crap doesn't stink and I'm always being treated unfairly for no good reason' attitude.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 04:10 PM MST
Did anyone catch Paul Esslinger's comment during the debate about how he thinks he would have been "remiss" in his duty as a councilman if he had not met privately with Tom Doig from 5 Rivers? Mr. Esslinger you need to get a grip on reality. How did your being there and signing that agreement benefit us? Seeings as you were so concerned about "the folks" and doing a good job for us you could have easily told Mr. Doig to bring his ideas to a council meeting. You could also have met him with the rest of the council in a secret meeting like you guys do so much of with this deal anyway. Any way you slice it you did not help us by meeting alone with him and signing some sort of gag order. Your explanation is enough to make people smart enough to see through you gag.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 05:23 PM MST
Yes I saw that and have to agree with your take on it. Mr. Esslinger has developed a reputation for being a smooth talking politician but he isn't smooth enough to talk his way out of this one. He didn't even look believable saying it.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:10 PM MST
Speaking about smooth-talkers, where is Paul Esslinger and Dennis McHugh's interviews? Any smooth excuses for that, Cheryl?
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:20 PM MST
Dear Anonymous, Indeed there is a good explanation. First of all, Paul Esslinger canceled his interview with Tony and I the morning of the show citing a "conflict" (but then again, I think you already knew that, didn't you?). Secondly, if you would read things before spouting off you would see why the show that is running is running. I sincerely hope this helps you since you obviously couldn't help yourself.
- Cheryl Hentz
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:32 PM MST
Will Dennis McHugh's interview air after the judges get their extra time? I just want to be able to see all the candidates before deciding. I guess I know some of my decision, but I don't think Dennis would do such a thing as cancel.
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:35 PM MST
Dennis McHugh has been a gracious guest any time he has appeared on the show and we were delighted to have him, along with the other school board candidates. I did not say he canceled.
- Cheryl
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:40 PM MST
Sorry to pester again, but my question wasn't answered. When will he be airing as the election is next week. I am new to the area and don't know him very well.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 11:11 PM MST
You are new to the area and don't know him very well but don't think he would cancel? That's a strange comment from someone who claims not to know him very well. He didn't cancel tho. A previous comment already said that. It was Paul Esslinger who cancelled. Probably couldn't face the music.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 08:01 AM MST
Learn to read. The previous poster asked when the Mchugh interview would air, which still hasn't been answered yet. I heard Esslinger and McHugh were scheduled for the same taping. So what happened that is so bad the episode is not airing???
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:02 AM MST
Follow the thread and you will see that it is not someone else who needs to learn to read but you. If you do both your remarks will be spoken to.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:58 AM MST
Really? So when is the episode going to air? That question was never answered. I have my doubts that it will either.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:27 AM MST
Who said anything bad happened? Did I miss something here?
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 11:16 AM MST
I have removed a post because it contained slander, innuendo and flat out lies, and the woman who wrote it knows it. Those types of comments will not be permitted.
As far as the interview with Mr. Esslinger, there is not one because he canceled. Stay tuned for replay information about the interviews with Wayne Traska, Dennis Kavanaugh and Dennis McHugh.
- Cheryl Hentz
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 11:18 AM MST
Whenever there's a "skirmish" of some kind on the blogs a "newcomer" to the area pops into the discussion. Besides being curiously ironic, it must be a horrible thing for these poor souls to have to experience some of the snideness we've seen from the person who launched the first nasty comment toward me last evening about the "missing interview."
- Cheryl Hentz
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 29 2006 @ 01:54 PM MST
I didn't see that but I saw him last night frantically looking for ways to make sure the angel goes in the park. He just doesn't get it.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 29 2006 @ 05:41 PM MST
What's worse is he doesn't care whose money he spends...Forget about if it's our money or money from a religious group or insurance policy...Some of the city council sounded open to other places but the only thing Paul cared about was making sure his position was defended...Bill Castle is no better...Like 2 peas in a pod...No wonder I hate peas.
I have not watched a council meeting in a while, but wanted to watch last night because of the Five Rivers Term Sheet vote. Before that, the vote came up for letting dogs and camping in Menominee Park for Sawdust Days. Paul attempted to shoot that part of the vote down by amending the consent agenda. His reasoning was if citizens couldnt have dogs in the park or camp why should visitors. Tom Stephany got up and explained that carnival workers travel with pets, and camping was for the re-enactment camp. Seems fairly logical that these visitors should get a pass. Burk Tower pointed out that other citizens have been afforded a special pass in this area on a short term basis.As much as I am an advocate for dogs in the parks, this just seems like more grandstanding by Paul. I understand the whole, "supporting the citizens of Oshkosh" thought, but this was ridiculous. It is almost as if he just takes these stands to get more face time. Being the lone no vote is not always a good thing!!
Jim B.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 15 2006 @ 08:30 PM MST
I think I understand what Esslinger was trying to do but I must say I agree that he likes to grab as much attention as he can. His ego has become more swollen with each election he wins. Let's hope the one in February was his last. When you're always the lone no vote you aren't helping the cause of taxpayers.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 06:58 AM MST
I am not an Esslinger fan. However, I completely disagree with your opinion that the lone "no" vote is a disservice to the taxpayers...how so? If his vote of "no" is reasoned and logical, I have no problem with him acting as the lone dissenter. However, my beef is that his votes tend to be inconsistent at times (his position on the Leach ampitheater as being a boondoggle and his vote to build the new pool which is destined to be a money loser each and every year of its existence), and often a response to the majority. To vote "no" for the sake of "no" is wrong, but if he has a good reason for that vote, I begrudingly stand by his right to vote no.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:47 AM MST
The Leach ampitheater in which taxpayers paid over 3.5 million with a 250k floating dock to boot, versus an existing aquatic center that was beyond repair and funded at over 95% of donations is not inconsistent! He supported the better use of PRIVATE money versus a poor use of PUBLIC money!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:50 AM MST
Small, but necessary point: we did not have an aquatic center before. It was a city pool. But your point is well taken.
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Authored by: Jim B. on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 07:53 AM MST
I completely agree that being the lone dissenter is not necessarily a bad thing. In the case I brought up (albeit small), his lone dissenting vote was a joke. After he heard the logic involved he should have rescinded his amendment and moved on! By the way, what is up with Frank Tower? He sat in that coucil meeting without a peep????Jim B.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 23 2006 @ 06:01 PM MST
Esslinger has repeatedly shown he has no humility and does not understand when to admit he was wrong and move on. You're asking for something that won't happen Jim because Esslinger always thinks he's right. Frank Tower? Who knows. He is done in a few weeks and maybe feels why open his mouth. He is as quiet now as his entire first term. He only became vocal when it was advantageous from a deputy mayor position.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 10:02 AM MST
Funny how all of this PRIVATE money is going to end up costing the city money!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 11:53 AM MST
We don't know if or how much money it will cost us. But Esslinger has complaiend about rushing things through when other people present things but it's fine when he does it. His remarks and actions lack consistency as someone already noticed.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 18 2006 @ 06:38 AM MST
Whose opinion as to its better use? Esslingers. According to Esslinger it could have been used for other things (that being the private Leach donations). His and your statements are entirely wrong: they were private donations for one purpose alone- an ampitheater. Esslinger complained back then that the money could be used more wisely for better projects. When did he become the gatekeeper to private funds? (as an aside, I dont agree with the opinion that the Leach is not a viable project. With the right management it can be profitable)....however, you have clearly made my point for me. When it came to private dollars, Esslinger appeared to "know best" as to what the money should be used for. However, his stance on the public funding of an aqautic center was entirely inconsistent; where was his outrage and indignation over the moneys used for a project that according to its presenters would NEVER make money (based on the proprosed fees, assuming it never rains from May 31 to September 10ish, will lose thousands of dollars every year. Based on its BEST summer, it will lose money), a project similar to one in Omro (10 miles away) and Berlin (14 miles away). Esslinger never mentioned his concerns over other more worthy and needy projects, as he spearheaded with Leach. Why? He is inconsistent. There is another reason: he has been against the revitalization efforts for downtown Oshkosh for years and his votes show his continued effort to obstruct any effort to move forward with this project. So, when he claims to stand up for the little people and those in need when he objects to the projects bordering on the revitailzation effort in downtown Oshkosh, his Don Quioxte act should not be believed. He's just bitter over having been silenced by the majority of the council (which, interestingly seems to be re-elected year after year, despite the revitailzation projects that Esslinger continues to tilt at).
Let him vote "no". I like a dissenter. I just don't happen to like Esslinger because he is a phony. The only "no" I plan to use with Esslinger is in the ballot box: Esslinger for council...."NO"!
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 19 2006 @ 12:59 PM MST
You're right about Esslinger not to mention that he's become insufferable in this last term.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 17 2006 @ 09:02 AM MST
Inconsistency has become Esslinger's middle name.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 23 2006 @ 12:43 PM MST
Totally agree...He shouts about government being open but agrees to confidentiality with the 5 Rivers guy...How 2 faced can he be...
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Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 19 2006 @ 03:33 PM MST
He has become just another politician.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 03:00 PM MST
Can anyone tell me why Esslinger thinks he and he alone knows what's best for Oshkosh? The voting record has shown that he does not know what is best.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 04:31 PM MST
He doesn't know what's best for us. If he did he wouldn't keep getting outvoted by the other council people. He lacks vision and is afraid to spend money to make money and what he has voted to spend money on (e.g. a swimming complex) is guaranteed to lose money long term. This is not a man with a vision for a better Oshkosh.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 07:41 PM MST
I read the new posting on here about Paul Esslinger and agree with the comments by Ms. Hentz. When I heard Esslinger talking about the vote I kinda thought the same thing. I have never been a big Esslinger fan but usually agree with part of his opinions. I have never liked the way he always tries to make himself look better than everyone else tho. That part of him makes me sick to my stomach.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 01:09 PM MST
Esslinger has shown he can't be trusted. We need to find someone else to take his place. Dennis McHugh is that canidate.
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Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 05:10 PM MST
Oh, yeah like that would be an improvement, please is that the best you have to offer? What makes you think he can be trusted?
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Authored by: Anonymous on Friday, March 24 2006 @ 10:21 AM MST
During the debate Esslinger talked about how he would have been remiss if he had not met privately with the 5 Rivers developer. So how does he think meeting with him helped us? He could have told the developer to bring his ideas to a meeting of the council so everyone could hear them. Esslinger's explanation for signing that confidentiality agreement is a load of hooey which is what happens when you don't have a good enough reason for doing something.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 05:38 PM MST
all you have to do is look at his meneurisms on his tv discussion and that should give you a pretty good idea of what kind of man he is... he is not a man he is a child. his expressions alone when having a discussion on importnat issues with the city make him look like a very immature candidate. his runner was at least curtious and behaved like an adult. Esslinger we can do without your little child like facial expressions and the city can do without you. While good diversity is a must on the council we also need to be able to get things done.... Esslinger you cant get things done and you dont have the support of fellow council members and you will not have mine.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 09:06 PM MST
He acts like a spoiled child who needs a time out when he can't have his way.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 01:10 PM MST
REASONS NOT TO VOTE FOR PAUL ESSLINGER:* Supporter of Iraqi war referendum...* Opponent of smoking ban...* Helped create and pass aquatic center with little discussion...* Supported garbage fee creation...* Signed confidentiality agreement with 5 Rivers developer...* Usually votes against development unless his...* Missed important goal setting conference for city manager to play cribbage...* Voted for angel statue in park without asking any questions about other sites or seeing the church/state conflicts (so did Burk Tower). Now says the line drawn in the sand by Mayor Castle was one of the most beautiful things he’s ever heard Castle say...* Unfairly targets other council members over election donations...* Complains about special interests running the city but has no problem accepting donation from special interest groups himself, saying they’re different from the other kinds…* Uses council meetings to grandstand when ever possible and acts beligerant when he loses a vote...
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 05:55 PM MST
And I might add: Leaves early or does not attend budget sessions and then votes agains the budget.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Saturday, March 25 2006 @ 08:53 PM MST
Forgot about that one.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 26 2006 @ 11:59 AM MST
The Oshkosh Northwestern summed things up fairly well when saying why he did not get their endorsement. Esslinger's created his own problems during the last 2 years and it's coming back to haunt him.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 05:53 AM MST
This morning's Northwestern had a wonderful letter to the editor giving more reasons not to return Paul Esslinger to the Common Council. If you have not seen it here is the link.
http://www.thenorthwestern.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060330/OSH06/603300426/1191/OSHopinion
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 09:05 AM MST
This very negative letter about Paul Esslinger, all from a person that decries negativity? Just another mouth piece for the tax and spenders. Maybe Ms. Feld could explain how in the world the ONW was able to endorse Mr. Madison for council this year with no experience, yet after 4 year on the county board, and running for his 3rd term against KATHY LENNON, the ONW endorsed HER! Have you ever spoken with this woman? Yikes! Mr. Madison is nothing but a talking head for the spenders, and not a very good one at that. I have also noted that Ms. Feld is associated with Mr. Bryan Bain during his campaign, I will remember this when I hear Mr. Bain talk of progress and positive alliances in the future.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: Anonymous on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 09:22 AM MST
Make all the comments you want about Ms. Feld, Ms. Lennon, Mr. Madison, Mr. Bain and whoever else you want to gripe about. The truth of the matter is Paul Esslinger has displayed behaviors and attitudes that have no resonated well with a LOT of people. That is why he has lost support. It's okay you don't share those feelings but we're all entitled to ours. I happen to agree with the letter to the editor and I know a number of people who feel the same way. Mr. Esslinger will more than likely still become re-elected next Tuesday but that should not be taken as a huge victory when he has lost the strength among the voters he once had.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: mjs on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 04:04 PM MDT
I applaud all those that spoke in favor of revising our direction to attract retail opportunities at last Wednesday's council meeting. Mr. Esslinger is especially deserving of kudos for taking the lead on this extremely important task. The April 26 & 27, 2006 editions of the Oshkosh Northwestern sums up my feelings their editorial. Oshkosh has given Rob Kleman and the old and new OCDC far too long with far too little results. No results, no accountability, no communication…enough is enough!I hope the result of the council meeting last evening will be a more intense focus on retail recruiting efforts in Oshkosh. We need a strategic plan and we need to have that plan executed in a professional, responsible manner. I believe Doug Pearson and CHAMCO fit’s the bill… a perfect candidate for this task. Doug has been extremely successful in industrial recruitment and retention. Furthermore, Doug has expertise in the area of retail recruitment. Doug has shown that he is accountable and effective in his duties.I encourage our City Council to put their faith and support behind CHAMCO as the lead retail recruiter for Oshkosh. I think in a year or two we will be rewarded with a far better selection of retail opportunities than we currently have!
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: admin on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 05:34 PM MDT
They are not interested right now. Their board decided that earlier today. Please see the new story on this site which discusses that and feel free to comment there.
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: oshwi324 on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 08:06 PM MDT
Does the city's (OK, Esslinger's) resolution to recommend CHAMCO reek of the same "waive the bid" issues that plagued the city with the amphitheater bathrooms? If we're interested in choosing an agency to promote the retail and commercial growth within the city, shouldn't we do it more along the lines of an RFP than just asking a specific agency to do it?I don't know on this one...that's why I am asking your opinions. At first blush, tho, this seems odd that the city would just ask an agency to do it without giving others a fair kick at the cat.Opinions?
Northwestern's Letter To The Editor Not To Re-Elect Esslinger
Authored by: admin on Thursday, April 27 2006 @ 08:28 PM MDT
I have copied your comment to a new thread under a story posted earlier this evening and hope the discussion can be continued there. The discussion here was originally about something else altogether and to start up something new here might be confusing and get too "busy" for people.
- Cheryl
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 20 2006 @ 08:00 AM MST
I noticed it too Jim...I am having a hard time figuring Esslinger out...Maybe you're right that it is grandstanding and nothing else...
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Sunday, March 26 2006 @ 01:04 PM MST
Esslinger has become an arrogant oaf. We don't need any more of that on the council.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 10:49 AM MST
I wouldn't go so far as to call him that but he is arrogant and spoiled. That much anyone can see from the meetings. When you're always on the loosing end of votes may be you get that way. I won't be voting for him because I think we deserve someone with more vision for Oshkosh and who isn't so negative about everything others bring up.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 22 2006 @ 10:55 AM MST
Esslinger loves having face time but he is not the face to represent this city any longer.
Esslinger at it again!
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 01:59 PM MST
Many of us are tired of his face and his 'my crap doesn't stink and I'm always being treated unfairly for no good reason' attitude.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 04:10 PM MST
Did anyone catch Paul Esslinger's comment during the debate about how he thinks he would have been "remiss" in his duty as a councilman if he had not met privately with Tom Doig from 5 Rivers? Mr. Esslinger you need to get a grip on reality. How did your being there and signing that agreement benefit us? Seeings as you were so concerned about "the folks" and doing a good job for us you could have easily told Mr. Doig to bring his ideas to a council meeting. You could also have met him with the rest of the council in a secret meeting like you guys do so much of with this deal anyway. Any way you slice it you did not help us by meeting alone with him and signing some sort of gag order. Your explanation is enough to make people smart enough to see through you gag.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 05:23 PM MST
Yes I saw that and have to agree with your take on it. Mr. Esslinger has developed a reputation for being a smooth talking politician but he isn't smooth enough to talk his way out of this one. He didn't even look believable saying it.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:10 PM MST
Speaking about smooth-talkers, where is Paul Esslinger and Dennis McHugh's interviews? Any smooth excuses for that, Cheryl?
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:20 PM MST
Dear Anonymous, Indeed there is a good explanation. First of all, Paul Esslinger canceled his interview with Tony and I the morning of the show citing a "conflict" (but then again, I think you already knew that, didn't you?). Secondly, if you would read things before spouting off you would see why the show that is running is running. I sincerely hope this helps you since you obviously couldn't help yourself.
- Cheryl Hentz
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:32 PM MST
Will Dennis McHugh's interview air after the judges get their extra time? I just want to be able to see all the candidates before deciding. I guess I know some of my decision, but I don't think Dennis would do such a thing as cancel.
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:35 PM MST
Dennis McHugh has been a gracious guest any time he has appeared on the show and we were delighted to have him, along with the other school board candidates. I did not say he canceled.
- Cheryl
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 06:40 PM MST
Sorry to pester again, but my question wasn't answered. When will he be airing as the election is next week. I am new to the area and don't know him very well.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 11:11 PM MST
You are new to the area and don't know him very well but don't think he would cancel? That's a strange comment from someone who claims not to know him very well. He didn't cancel tho. A previous comment already said that. It was Paul Esslinger who cancelled. Probably couldn't face the music.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 08:01 AM MST
Learn to read. The previous poster asked when the Mchugh interview would air, which still hasn't been answered yet. I heard Esslinger and McHugh were scheduled for the same taping. So what happened that is so bad the episode is not airing???
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:02 AM MST
Follow the thread and you will see that it is not someone else who needs to learn to read but you. If you do both your remarks will be spoken to.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:58 AM MST
Really? So when is the episode going to air? That question was never answered. I have my doubts that it will either.
Missing Interview
Authored by: Anonymous on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 09:27 AM MST
Who said anything bad happened? Did I miss something here?
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 11:16 AM MST
I have removed a post because it contained slander, innuendo and flat out lies, and the woman who wrote it knows it. Those types of comments will not be permitted.
As far as the interview with Mr. Esslinger, there is not one because he canceled. Stay tuned for replay information about the interviews with Wayne Traska, Dennis Kavanaugh and Dennis McHugh.
- Cheryl Hentz
Missing Interview
Authored by: admin on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 11:18 AM MST
Whenever there's a "skirmish" of some kind on the blogs a "newcomer" to the area pops into the discussion. Besides being curiously ironic, it must be a horrible thing for these poor souls to have to experience some of the snideness we've seen from the person who launched the first nasty comment toward me last evening about the "missing interview."
- Cheryl Hentz
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 29 2006 @ 01:54 PM MST
I didn't see that but I saw him last night frantically looking for ways to make sure the angel goes in the park. He just doesn't get it.
Esslinger defending his confidentiality agreement
Authored by: Anonymous on Wednesday, March 29 2006 @ 05:41 PM MST
What's worse is he doesn't care whose money he spends...Forget about if it's our money or money from a religious group or insurance policy...Some of the city council sounded open to other places but the only thing Paul cared about was making sure his position was defended...Bill Castle is no better...Like 2 peas in a pod...No wonder I hate peas.
posted by Cheryl Hentz at 12:48 PM
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