SPRAWLED OUT has been quiet for the past 60 days or so due to the need to keep other plates spinning. I have quite a backlog of news and topics, though -- much to come...
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May 05, 2011
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Hoping to hear your perspective soon on what is going on with the EDC as you are a recent, former, and vocal member. Sounds like you may be getting your wish to see the commission in it's death throws.
Posted by: Bryan Maersch | May 06, 2011 at 08:37 AM
Just so there's no mistaking my position: I definitely think Franklin needs an Economic Development Commission. Just not the one we currently have (in terms of configuration rather than personnel).
I talked at length at the last Committee of the Whole meeting about what I'd like to see done. After I get a chance to review the tape, I'll post a summary.
Posted by: John Michlig | May 06, 2011 at 02:18 PM
I'm not sure most of your younger readers will understand "plates spinning"..but I look forward to the return of your "shoe..."
Posted by: Marty Weigel | May 07, 2011 at 08:28 AM
It's been nearly a week since your post - are you on a post-hiatus hiatus?
Posted by: Al Foeckler | May 11, 2011 at 03:09 PM
I'm asking for ANTICIPATORY pardon as well.
Posted by: John Michlig | May 11, 2011 at 06:41 PM