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ANALYSIS

2009

2008

2007

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2009

WHAT DO THEY THINK ABOUT

MAYOR MULDER'S MOTION?

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the uncut comments

On the matters of recalls, incompetent leadership, stewardship of tax dollars, and an unconstitutional action:

Mayor Dennis Mulder

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"My comments in my memo was very comprehensive and covered everything I was feeling."

Vice Mayor Michael Carmolingo

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In his hasty vote, Carmolingo relied on

City Attorney advice that he felt didn't happen

"I beat out mayors from other cities..." "parks are all beautiful... the motion that was made at our previous meeting... if you remember it was an add-on... we had no time to look at it... to read it, to see what it was." "I'm sorry for all the commotion we've created" "We've not laid off one person from City Hall... I support the Mayor - I do not want him to resign"

Commissioner Zenaida Denizac

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"The city of Deltona was put at risk when the majority of this commission voted to shut-up the people of Deltona. George Trovato, you put this city at risk... apparently the majority of this commission is ok with the lousy job you're doing as the City Attorney... Mayor Mulder publicly threatened to sue me... City Attorney George Trovato said he could not represent me as a commissioner..."

Commissioner Herb Zischkau

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Accuses Mayor Mulder of violating the law on three levels; Federal, State, and City (the Mayor swore an oath to uphold and protect he laws on all levels).

Commissioner Michele McFall-Conte

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"Don't disrespect our city's founding fathers and former commissioners with your 'good ol boys' comments. Mayor Mulder called the commissioners political opponents - we are not political opponents - we are fellow commissioners. "Disagreements are the foundation of this country"

Commissioner Paul Treusch

Commissioner Treusch did not have any comments regarding Mayor Mulder's controversial speech-suppressing motion.

Commissioner Janet Deyette

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"Except for the memo that came out right before our Mayor did this, we were not prepared - I did not have time to do any research or anything... at the risk of appearing incompetent, I should have asked what the motion was that I made... because I'm not sure now what I voted on... we had already voted on that... because I made that motion... I wanted that motion..."

THE PEOPLE

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"The Mayor showed poor judgment. Commissioners Carmolingo, Treusch, Ms Deyette never took the time to ask our City Attorney any questions about its legality, or were competent enough to want further investigation of the subject at hand - they put the city in harm's way, and without one question. The lack of constitutional knowledge on the commission is inexcusable. The situation in Deltona has deteriorated since your regime. If you won't resign, then we'll have to recall you. Mayor Mulder and George Trovato need to resign. Mayor Mulder made mention of the cheap seats - the seats of freedom were not cheap. Its a shame the situation that we're in, and it will all be resolved if you resign. Mr. Mayor I think you've done a lousy job as a Mayor, and you're not a rookie any more, and I think its time that you resign;" Recall Committee's Mark Buckley speaks out "if you won't resign then we'll have to recall you;" Larry DeMatteo speaks his heart in asking Mayor Mulder and City Attorney George Trovato to resign.

Mayor Mulder gives Ultimatum of Resignation, Says

"The way we conduct business these days is ask if somebody would be willing to say so-moved on that motion,"

George Trovato gets combative with his boss

(short audio excerpt from 2/16/2009 commission meeting)

Mayor Mulder Stomps on Free Speech

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(unadulterated audio from 2/16/09 regular commission meeting)

2008

An out-of-order Mayor.

Out-of-control meetings.

Deltona Unhinged

(VIDEO)

Regular commission meeting

2/4/08 Public comments

(VIDEO)

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Uncut video of special meeting regarding the City Manager and City Attorney 1/18/08

(The shady firing of City Manager Steve Thompson)

PART 1 PART 2 PART 3 PART 4 PART 5 PART 6

Commissioner schools City Attorney on Sunshine law

(VIDEO)

2007

A show of no integrity

The shady firing of City Attorney Roland Blossom

(AUDIO)

Shady dealings

(VIDEO)

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Commissioner Treusch Sunshine controversy

(VIDEO)

Was City Manager Steve Thompson fired or did he quit?

Did Mayor Mulder make a motion while chairing the meeting?

Did Mayor Mulder conduct public business outside of the Sunshine?

Did Mayor Mulder violate the charter on three counts?

Mayor Mulder wrote a letter nominating Deltona City Manager Steve Thompson

for Volusia County's City Manager of the Year.

(Mr. Thompson was later selected as such)

Then Mulder fired him.

Is this crazy behavior or is it shady behavior?

Watch this video and decide for yourself!

(VIDEO)

Deltona election 2007 debate video

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Sept. 29th debate at the Deltona Community Center:

(Nancy Schleicher, Herb Zischkau, Dr. Ed Miller, Melissa Stalzer, Ed Gable, and Paul Treusch)

Opening statements

Bring back the respect

Sexual predator ordinance

Closing statements

Sept. 21st debate at Timbercrest Elementary:

(Nancy Schleicher, Herb Zischkau, Dr. Ed Miller, Melissa Stalzer - Ed Gable and Paul Treusch refused to attend)

Opening statements

Economic development

Bring back the respect

DPD vs. VCSO

Growth management

Greatest issue facing Deltona

Byrd's eye view: My encounter with the Shady Bunch

There it was, four in the afternoon on a Friday. I had already put my columns to bed for the weekend...

That’s your credit card they’re using!

They’re out there, with your credit card...

Is Volusia County ready for the future?

The quick answer to this is...

What Happened to Civility in America?

A citizen was recently ejected from a Commission meeting in Deltona. The scene wasn't what you would call...

Epilogue

Monday evening’s vote by the Deltona City Commission has killed...

If it ain't broke who's gonna fix it?

One would think that the City of Deltona would have learned from...

What are we waiting for?

For many years the people of Southwest Volusia have desired a venue for banquets, concerts, plays, meetings, art and talent shows and similar activities. Yet every spring...

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MAYOR MULDER: Then & Now

Has he lived up to his promises?

2005 Election

Debates Audio

Sept. 10, 2005:

Opening Statements

Police Dept., 5 minute speaking time, Eminent Domain

Human Services, Advisory Boards, Citizen Run Govt.

Public communication and participation

Smart Growth (Rhodes, Mulder, Horn)

Oct. 15, 2005: