Comments on: Republicans Slam Vibes Freebies

By: carolanne curry

carolanne curry — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:41:13 +0000

No Hector,
It’s Gomes (like homes with a “G”).
Have no doubt machine politics in Bridgeport will definitely have ended if John wins the September 13, 2011 Democratic Primary. This is not a fearful event for the majority of Bridgeport citizens … perhaps only those who see the governance of political favoritism as acceptable.
What’s more important is John comes to the position with more knowledge than even the Mayor himself. This is because John is “hands-on” and took his responsibility seriously as Director of CitiStat. On the other hand you could easily say Bill Finch is “hands-off” everything. His “staff” handles him and whoever else they want.
Hector, visit www .johnmgomes.com for mayor and read the CitiStat page for an idea as to John’s ability.
Carolanne Curry

By: Hector A. Diaz

Hector A. Diaz — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 19:43:24 +0000

“at least he will get rid of LaMachine” No other Mayor since Mandanici (he was the machine) has been able to do this I seriously doubt Mr. Gomes will. Is it GOmes {like homes with G} or Go mes.

By: Hector A. Diaz

Hector A. Diaz — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 13:17:16 +0000

Maybe it’s my computer Joel, but all I got is the Chicago Sun Times front page.

By: Mr BPT

Mr BPT — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 14:38:54 +0000

I’d ask what have you done besides be a negative blog wannabee, but I’ll answer your question.

Gomes was in Finch’s cabinet and ran the inner workings of the city through CitiStat; when he found out too much he was deluged by 14 cops for a loud music complaint and then canned.

I ask you Grinny, by owning a business in Bpt and running the inner workings of the city I would say Gomes is as qualified as anyone to take a shot at running a city which has been run into the ground the last 7 years.

At least he will get rid of LaMachine and the cronies and hire qualified people who will take pride in the city and not feel a sense of entitlement.

By: Bob Walsh

Bob Walsh — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 13:43:11 +0000

Some people have asked me if the council members could simply buy Vibes tickets and charge them to their stipend account.
This is what the ordinance says:
2.06.040 Reimbursement of council member’s expenses.
Each council member may receive annually reimbursement for expenses incurred in the discharge of duties as a council member subject to budget appropriation.

I guess if the city allows some council members to pay their bar bill at Testo’s with stipend money then they would allow them to buy Vibe tickets. But would these council members use 10 percent of their stipend money on this event?

By: Mojo

Mojo — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 13:42:09 +0000

*** Excellent point Grin; step up to the “PLATE” if you really want to get an “ethics” hit regarding this political dilemma instead of the same old “OIB” blog-whining. Besides there weren’t enough VIP passes to go around for all the D.T.C. members! *** FORGETABOUTIT ***

By: Grin Reaper

Grin Reaper — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 13:21:41 +0000

Mr. BPT,
What has Gomes done???
Get fired from a job with the city?
Has a grudge he wants to settle?
Run a subway and a deli?
Lamont developed a highly successful multi-million dollar start-up business.
Lamont has won a state-wide Democratic primary.
What election has Gomes ever won?
He is the same as McMahon and Foley when it comes to a history of election results!