- Outside City Hall last night, Minutemen and John Birchers clashed with out-of-town immigration activists, even asking some of the protesters to show their green cards. Inside City Hall, however, the sentiment was almost universally in defense of Bob Kellar. Almost, because several speakers said Kellar should apologize and/or remarked that he had violated the City’s Code of Ethics. SIGNAL, DAILY NEWS, KHTS, and I HEART (who has the breakdown of every commenter)
- Meanwhile, the City Council approved a new medical building for Canyon Country and got the ball rolling for the Newhall Library. Also, that $30,000 conference/convention center study got the green light
- Across town at SUSD headquarters, Board Members voted to close two elementary schools, Emblem and Bouquet Canyon and open a new one, West Creek Music Academy. Emblem may only be shut down for one year. The new school is designed “to have an innovative curriculum that district officials hope will reverse the district’s declining enrollment problem by drawing charter and private school students and students from outside Saugus Union’s boundaries” according to the SIGNAL
- The charity/orphanage group with local ties that has operations in Haiti is pleased to report that all of the orphanage’s 26 children have found adoptive parents in the USA KHTS
- Two young people are in critical condition after colliding with a power pole on Sierra Highway. The passenger is thought to be a student at Canyon High. SIGNAL
- Cops are saying a 57 year old man is the Vincenzo’s Pizza Bandit. James Brammer was arrested Saturday and he’s got a long rap sheet. He was paroled in April 2009 after serving 18 years in prison on armed robbery. The Vincenzo’s stick-up happened on January 8. KHTS
- Assemblyman Cameron Smyth and State Senator Tony Strickland, both who rep all or part of SCV, are founding members of the Legislature’s new Animal Protection Caucus. Woof! SACBEE
- The Los Angeles Times has built the “Homicide Map,” a Google maps mashup with homicide cases around Los Angeles County. The project tracks homicides committed between January 1, 2007 and January 24, 2010 and includes many in Santa Clarita. Click on a dot to read a brief entry about the crime and victim LA TIMES
- District Attorney drops charges against man arrested for firing gun in Newhall last Friday SIGNAL
- Things to do tonight: Listen to President Obama’s State of the Union, attend a free LA Chamber Orchestra concert at the Santa Clarita PAC, go to Dinks, lust over the new Apple Tablet
- Speaking of the new Apple Tablet, the hype is off the charts as I write this. If you see people having seizures in the street today, gesticulating wildly on an invisible device, don’t be alarmed, it’s usually just a case of Apple Fanboy-ism running its course. For the sane among you, I recommend Engadget’s live webblog of the Apple event ENGADGET
- Long Beach shows how bicycle friendliness is done LA TIMES
- Letter Writer Betty Arenson is upset that Kris Kristopherson and other celebrities occasionally talk about politics. “Is there any possibility of inquiring about content before these “stars” are booked and the information be published for consumers?” SIGNAL
- Council Candidate David Gauny says Santa Clarita is a de facto sanctuary city because we permit the illegals to stand out on Railroad and Sierra Highway looking for work. Then he condemns the other Councilmembers for their limp-wristed comments about Kellar’s views on illegal immigration. He also says no apology is necessary for Kellar. WEST RANCH BEACON
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Gauny thinks we should check green cards wherever brown people stand around. Just try it, old man.
v-town OG:
Especially disappointing because Mr. Gauny is himself a member of a minority that would probably raise the hackles of at least some of the folks who attended that rally, full on disgraces to the human race.
Where were the Tea Baggers?
tea baggin’?
How about the LaRouchies ? Petz is about one small step short of tearing down that Obama as Hitler poster outside the Newhall Post office and bearing the consequence.
Who are those people anyway?
If people are upset about Bob Kellar and what he said, why don’t they start an initiative to recall him? Why wait the two years until his seat his up? It worked with Gray Davis (though Arnold is much worse than him).
“If people are upset about Bob Kellar and what he said, why don’t they start an initiative to recall him”
Because it takes more than a dozen or so votes to do it.
LA Times – Murder Stats
I wonder about the accuracy of this list, shooting victim Nabil Tawab 12/22/09 isn’t included in the list. Do the law enforcement people think he shot himself 3 times?
Jane. He sure was. I saw that one myself. You may have missed it because the website is clunky and near impossible to navigate.
What an embarrassment to see SCV on the morning news. Kellar shouting out his racist b.s.
This is what SCV has become. Mormons on the corners proclaiming their ordained right to discriminate against a minority group and Bob Kellar leading his bunch of old white cronie goons in a racist rant against the ‘illegals’ . What a joke SCV has become.
Where do you see Mormons on corners proclaiming their ordained right to discriminate against minority groups?
Hopefully SCVsuckz you don’t live in this “joke” of a town, or if you do, there are plenty of cities all around you can move to, take your pick. I am sure we can round up some people to help you pack.
oh brook, sweetie, left a long, long time ago. thanks for the offer though. i’m sure all those spics y’all want to oust will need help with their bags though! well, hopefully not until nascar is over for the season…wouldn’t want to disrupt the sport d’ jour in ole scv…this bastion of american pride.
Fred. the mormz crawled out of their holes during prop. 8. i’m sure they were at bob’s rally also.
“Hopefully SCVsuckz you don’t live in this “joke” of a town”
….and if you do, I hope you don’t bother using any of the amenities this awful town provides you. I hope the Mormons don’t block the corner where you collect handouts from passing motorists. Try Van Nuys.
Aahhh, Navigator. SCV motorists don’t give handouts at the corners. They throw things at homeless people. Oh wait-I don’t think they allow homeless people on the corners in SCV-they get shuttled and dumped down by Van Nuys PD. And what amenities would those be exactly? Perfectly manicured street mediums or overly expensive budget busting signs on the buses around TV asking poeple to “Think SCV”? Oh, I know….it’s that new Cataic HS you’ve all been promisiing everyone paying mello-roos for 20 years and taking school bond money for. That’s it. Now I know what amenities you’re talking about Nav. Go pop your Coors and rest that belly for a bit guy.
Me thinks the citizens of the valley are defensive today.
Thanks suckz but I don’t care for Coors
and the mud slinging continues…
Harrison Katz is the only candidate to get mentioned in the LA Times today. http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2010/01/supporters-turn-out-for-santa-clarita-councilman-bob-kellar-proud-racist-remark.html
I’ve come to the conclusion that those of you who wish to continue to beat the Bob Kellar is a racist, should apologize, step down, be recalled, etc drum don’t get Bob or the issues at all. To you, a good day in la la land.
To IHearSCV: TBB knows what I said and how I said it. He was seated behind my right shoulder so doesn’t need to also read it. I emphasized the pronunciation of my name for three reasons. One: Mayor Weste misspoke my name twice, although she usually gets it right, by calling me Berta Harper González. I’m sure it was because of all the tension at the meeting and not an intended slight. Two: Because I felt it important that anyone listening who does not read this blog or know me personally understand I am not a member of the GOBN, radical anything, or with any other agenda than to right a wrong. I am an older, female, Hispanic and have experienced racism and prejudice first hand. I also know Bob. Those are my credentials to speak to the issue. Third: Lots of people mispronounce and misspell my name. Some unintentionally, some not. In fact when I meet people in person I usually say “Berta: pronounced bear like a teddy or grizzly depending on the circumstance with an “uh” at the end, and González with a z at the end.”
David Gauny: I think both your comments at last night’s Council meeting and your article in the West Ranch Beacon today only prove what I have noted before and keep saying. You are a critical thinker who does his own research, makes a fair and reasonable assessment of the facts, and you have the courage to stand by your convictions without prevarication. You didn’t take the easy way out, look for cover, or use an uncomfortable situation as an opportunity to make points for yourself. I again say, I would be very happy to have you representing me. Just like with Bob, even when we disagree, I can expect a response to my concern, and a respectful, reasonable discussion encouraged from all parties. In fact David, you came off as quite the Statesman. Maybe you should run for Buck McKeon’s seat? Thank you for standing up for what is right.
TimBen Boydston: I want to thank you for moderating you comments somewhat. I believe you were barking up the wrong tree again but at least I respect that you did not launch into an attack on Bob but kept it to the issue you felt relevant. There is much more I could say but for today, truce.
Council members: Ferry, Ender and McLean I usually defend you against unwarranted attacks. You did not do the same for your fellow Councilmember Kellar. Your backpedaling last night was too little, too late. I would have more respect for you if all of you had said something fairly non committal like “Councilman Kellar spoke as an individual and whether I agree with him or not, that is his right guaranteed under the Constitution of the United States of America.” Mayor Weste your “no comment” was not the best you are capable of but thank you for at least not adding wood to the bonfire. You ALL left Bob twisting in the wind. Not your shining moment for democracy and nothing to raise your individual standing in my book.
Jeff Wilson: I think you and others, particularly the newest poster, are laughing your a*# off in the background. I won’t bite. I’m basking in the glow of real democracy at work and all those Americans who spoke out against injustice.
BGH, that was actually clear and read-able. Of course I largely disagree, but well put.
Fred – under what category did you find him? I looked under 2009 – nothing, under Stevenson Ranch – nothing, under Santa Clarita – nothing.
David Gauny: I think both your comments at last night’s Council meeting and your article in the West Ranch Beacon today only prove what I have noted before and keep saying. You are a critical thinker who does his own research, makes a fair and reasonable assessment of the facts, and you have the courage to stand by your convictions without prevarication. You didn’t take the easy way out, look for cover, or use an uncomfortable situation as an opportunity to make points for yourself. I again say, I would be very happy to have you representing me. Just like with Bob, even when we disagree, I can expect a response to my concern, and a respectful, reasonable discussion encouraged from all parties. In fact David, you came off as quite the Statesman. Maybe you should run for Buck McKeon’s seat? Thank you for standing up for what is right.
**Berta, I totally agree. The histrionics over this issue is unbelievable. I prefer a level head and David fills the bill.
Berta – Bob left himself twisting in the wind by not specifically stating that he wasn’t speaking in his role as a member of the council.
In my opinion he was stupid to make the kind of analogy he did. Are you really expecting everyone to believe that with all of his years in public life he couldn’t be expected to know that the words could be twisted?
He’s a hothead who just goes around saying whatever he wants, that is scarier than whatever he wants to call himself.
Mike and CC: Thank you.
Jane: I disagree with your comments but in deference to the other bloggers will not repeat, yet again, my reasons for disagreeing with your assessment of the situation. If you are interested, read my many other postings on this blog regarding this topic. Thanks.
Jeff Wilson: I think you and others, particularly the newest poster, are laughing your a*# off in the background. I won’t bite. I’m basking in the glow of real democracy at work and all those Americans who spoke out against injustice.
BGH what the hell are you talking about? You don’t like the site, click the little x up in the right corner. Simple as that.
I just noticed on my first post above I left off the T in “tuh”.
Bear tuh.
Come on Jeff. Especially posts from scvsuckz says…Oh Please!
I would not miss this stuff for anything. It’s informative, entertaining, enraging, ludicrous, frustrating all on the same day!!! And free….
I don’t understand. Are you accusing me of sock puppetry on my own website?
I agree with Mike re: his Berta comment – not in agreement either, but a very respectable observation and presentation of the meeting.
still laughing my a*# off.
it’s really simple-it’s always very convenient to slam “those illegals”…until of course you don’t feel like paying a licensed contractor to stick that pretty new driveway in that your HOA demanded you do so as not to upset the Disneyland asthetic of SCV…or to mow your lawn for cheap…or the housekeeper you have twice a month…or….or….or. Pleeeaaase…Kellar and the Minutemen or teabaggerz or whatever they like to proclaim themselves are no better than Hitler himself who blamed a certain group of people for all the woes of their country rather than looking at themselves and perhaps their own accountability for why we’re where we are. A racist is a racist no matter how you want to frame it and he embodies the image people have of that valley. like i said…what a proud moment for you all. The internet and blogs are plastered with “SCV-Bob Kellar-and racism” and no ad campaign on city buses or signs over the bridges are going to change that. From now on ThinkSCV will stir images of a bunch of pissed off white people gathered at a lynch mob-type rally ready to “go get those illegal bastards”. Good job. I’m sure this is exactly the image you were trying to portray to potential commerce and people thinking about buying up all those pretty little foreclosed McMansion tract homes …Here! Here! Job well done Bob!
I’m curious; how many on this site would refer to themselves as a “proud racist” and under what circumstances would you call yourself that?
I too have seen racism first hand, and personally, I would not want to be associated ON ANY LEVEL with that term.
We heard a pastor refer to illegals as “evil”; there is a video of the ‘organizer’ of the RALLY stating, “Politicians will acknowledge your power when they see a round flying through their windshield and getting into their flesh. That will get their attention…” and then one of our council members refers to himself as a proud racist because he opposes illegal immigration.
I believe that if Mr. Kellar stated the following, “hello, I’m Bob Kellar. I am a city council member here in the SCV, however I’m not HERE representing the city, but as a private citizen to speak about my concerns regarding our ‘illegal immigration’ problem.”, then perhaps we would not be having this discussion.
However, he didn’t. He stood up and spoke his words following the pastor and after being introduced by someone who basically concluded in the video Jeff posted, that shooting our politicians is a way to ger their attention.
BTW, who invited these ya-hoos to speak here, on the property of our civic center, in the first place?
Jeff: No. I think your are enjoying the controversy, it keeps the threads going!!!
ND: No just free entertainment. Until Jeff decides to make us pony up some bucks.
I’ve been doing this blog for four years now and have seen my share of posters come and go. I’ll be doing this blog long after you lose interest BGH.
Maybe you can start your own one if you think this one is so bad.
LV: “I believe that if Mr. Kellar stated the following, “hello, I’m Bob Kellar. I am a city council member here in the SCV, however I’m not HERE representing the city, but as a private citizen to speak about my concerns regarding our ‘illegal immigration’ problem.”, then perhaps we would not be having this discussion. ”
I think we still would be to some degree. Using the term “proud racist” was a lack of judgement IMHO, regardless of any disclaimer stuck in front of it, context or not. TBB just wouldnt have had something to talk about at the meeting last night.
“Sorry to say this fellow Claritans, SCVSuckz has a point.” – agreed.
Which was one of the points I was struggling to make yesterday or so….the Bob Kellar potentially tarnishing the image of SCV (and hurting his business as a Realtor in the SCV) part.
“someone who basically concluded in the video Jeff posted, that shooting our politicians is a way to ger their attention”
It seems that misrepresentation once again rears its ugly head. The fellow that spoke didn’t say we should put a bullet through a politicians windshield. His intention was that the politicians would wake up when some illegal put one through their window. What is meant and what is heard always seem to be two different things. Hence, the outrage over Kellar’s statement.
Jeff: I think you are completely misunderstanding my comments. Why does this keep happening?
I think I am being clear. Maybe you guys hear what you want to hear through a prism of antipathy, I don’t know. Ok, deep breath. Keep it short Berta. At the risk of “altering the balance of the force” (can I be Leia?), Jeff I enjoy your website. I read all comments on topics which interest me. I disagree with many of the posters on this sight but enjoy a good debate and learning what the other side thinks. Offering my opinion, offers balance on some of these issues. It amazes me sometimes how we can all be looking at the same issue (s) and see them so differently. And the viciousness of some these attacks truly make me sad. We need to be able to talk to each other no matter what our political party, religion, race, ethnic background, etc in order to better understand each other. If we can’t talk to each other and understand what the other person is saying on this blog, how can we expect our elected representatives to get anything done in Washington? Come on Jeff.
Brook: I agree.
BGH okay, thanks for explaining. We’re cool
Brook: I answered to soon. I disagree on the following, “Using the term “proud racist” was a lack of judgment IMHO, regardless of any disclaimer stuck in front of it, context or not.”
I’m not saying I would necessarily put it that way but I know Bob and understand the context and the person behind the statement. As David Gauny’s wife said perhaps a Dean moment. I know my comments are frequently misunderstood but silence (sorry folks) is not an option for me either.
Hey Petz.
I chased away those LaRochies idiot off the COC campus a few month ago. They were doing the similar stuff when Bush was in office, I think they are pretty much anarchists or something.
navigator, I think you need to watch that clip again.
Kellar was on KFI’s Jon & Ken show this afternoon. He said that many times people have complained to him of having their neighborhoods ruined by large groups of immigrants occupying single family homes and creating disturbances. He spoke of calling a meeting about a year and a half ago with all the city departments to try and figure out what could be done to change the situation. According to Kellar, the result of that meeting was that no one in an official capacity could do anything.
Jon & Ken were very much on Kellar’s side, noting the context in which Kellar proclaimed himself a racist.
While I’m not a Kellar fan, I seriously doubt that his words will change a thing in the SCV. The illegal immigrants are here to stay; so are the “angry white people.” Although I hear tell some of them have moved to Arkansas . . .
I love a good inside joke
Thanks Jeff.
Just and FYI, the concert at SCPAC was Yesterday the 26th, not tonight. I just got back from an empty auditorium looking for the concert when I double checked the signal article it said the 26th. So you missed it Jeff
QBeing- wow, I’m really sorry. I could have sworn I saw that it was tonight, not last night.
Not a Problem. It got us out of the house if nothing else. Really enjoy the blog
Nickledime/Mike – Thanks for the clarification. I stand corrected. For some stupid reason I always look for the good in people and ignore the not so good.
Navigator, when someone is advocating for terrorism, you should always look for the silver lining.