Peyton gives Kerri Stewart Executive Rights

[Jeremy]

From Daily Record (Nov 7, 2007):

Mayor John Peyton, through an executive order, has given Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Kerri Stewart the authority to sign official documents on his behalf. The order is dated Nov. 1 and in it Peyton says “you have my complete confidence as evidenced by my appointment of you to that position...” Stewart is a former campaign worker who ascended the civil service ladder.

New descriptor - ascended ? :handshake:

The smoke is getting mighty thick on the 4th floor....but Peyton seems undaunted.

[Señora]

damn shame

[jbm32206]

Sad...typical of his administration....

[spidey]

Where did she come from to move up so fast?

[mama_wolf]

According to the coj salary database, Kerri Stewart was Director of Housing and Neighborhoods, making $105,831. Guess that explains what makes her so worthy.

[spidey]

Ahhhh...I went back to the bill appointing her as Director and looked at her resume which is attached in a little icon up at the top of the bill......
she worked on the transition team for Peyton in 2003. Before that she worked in IT (?) for Alltel and Fidelity. http://citycirc.coj.net/docs/2006-0588/Original%20Text/2005-588.doc

Wonder if she's keeping the same pay?

[jbm32206]

I'm sure she's making a nice salary, as long as she's working for Peyton!

[dv8]

barf. can't wait for that descent.

[Swamp Fox]

Over at Jax Housing Commission, there is trouble brewing with grant monies always ending up in the same Clay county contractor's pockets. Did she have anything to do with this?

[jbm32206]

Good question....hopefully someone will know the answer to that...

[Skot David Wilson]

I've been playing with property searches. I think, as I said, we need to unite to work together, and the idea of a newspaper seems good. Could you see a free "dirt on them" newspaper with like 50,000 copies and real insider stories? I could just see the mayor sending out people to "collect" the free papers, and putting real pressure on them would be great for once.
How many people read forums and act upon the information? You could do "timelines" on Stewart and Dibenow and Fullwood and the Hardens and Peytons and other local "machine" figures.
You could make a "connect the dots" feature, and expose Sunshine violations, and put in cut and send petitions.
In fact, FTBS... I'm checking
Anyone interested in starting a paper?

[Señora]

a paper with just stories on Kerri Stewart, her roomate Teagle and good for nothin' Steve Diebenothing would make a bundle $$ on newstands.

[Diane Melendez]

This move to give Kerri Stewart Executive rights is just the latest maneuver by Peyton to continue his very questionable behavior and deal making and at the same time insulate himself further from his actions.

I am sure he has stroked Kerri Stewart enough over time for her to think that he has such high feeling for her and respect for her decision making. It's a terrific little head game he plays. Having pulled her so firmly into his fold, he can get her to feel complimented and quite important through giving her these rights. The truth of the matter is something if presented to her would be insulting and not believed. Peyton has now thrown her between him and a good variety of bad deals and contracts. She signs for him and if the deal is discovered or lord forbid discovered by authorities he can once again say......But,,,,But,,,,I didn't know.....Kerri signed the contract.....yada, yada, yada......He is just looking after his own hide. There are more lousy deals coming down the pike. Look to Brooklyn my friends, check out Fidelity's buddy John Rood, what Harden is pushing, what Hightower is after etc. etc. etc. It ain't pretty, I can tell you that.

[Swamp Fox]

I'm told that both Teagle and Stewart got married to other people since they were last roommates. Latest word is the Teagle's wife found out something she didn't like and departed.

[downtownparks]

I'm told that both Teagle and Stewart got married to other people since they were last roommates. Latest word is the Teagle's wife found out something she didn't like and departed.



And here we go again. I have no problems with people attacking policy, or procedure, or any of that stuff, but leave the peoples families out of it. Please? Its just seedy as hell.

[Jimmy]

It's a well-known fact that when you enter the political fray -- even as an appointed official -- that your family becomes fair game. Especially in a world where families are often developed and deployed as so much electoral window-dressing.

My lack of a wife and kids was pointed out to me by many as a shortcoming in my run for City Council. I wasn't willing to go to some of the extreme measures used by others to fill in the details in a way that would be more appealing to voters.

I don't think it's necessary for people to be malicious in a discussion like this, but there's little benefit in ignoring the truth of these matters just because they're, to some, unsavory. Constantly sweeping these details under rugs is what perpetuates the climate in which politicos have to take such extreme measures in order to be elected, appointed, and to play the game in general.

[Swamp Fox]

From campaign staffer to Deputy Chief Financial Officer, or whatever title of the month now bestowed, what are Kerri Sewage's real talents? What Qualifications does she possess beyond blind loyalty?

[rpschutt]

I'm sure there are additional sheep like qualities. :)

[Springfield Rulz's!]

You people are pathetic. You make comments that are out of line.

Jimmy, so you lost becasue you don't have a wife nor a family? Really, that was it?

If you want to be taken seriously, than you should try and be professional in your comments.

Fair game? This isn't a hunt.

Enough of the "talk", Swamp Fox about Teagle's home life. If he and his wife split it is none of our business. Trying to say his wife left becasue she found out something is sad. Grow up.

[pearlstone]

You people are pathetic. You make comments that are out of line.

where did that come from springfield? you sound so angry...

[jbm32206]

My guess is that he's a Peyton fan...which is fine...and you can call us pathetic if that makes you happy...doesn't change the facts that our mayor and his administration have a lousy, underhanded way of doing business.

[Jimmy]

You people are pathetic. You make comments that are out of line.

Jimmy, so you lost becasue you don't have a wife nor a family? Really, that was it?

If you want to be taken seriously, than you should try and be professional in your comments.

Your comments are out of line and not in keeping with the spirit of our forum. You are free, as others have in this thread, to express your opinion in a manner that is respectful of other members of the forum. When you insult members of the community, you violate our standards. Since you're new here, I'll assume you weren't aware of that and you can take this as a friendly reminder.

With that unpleasant business out of the way, I'm glad to respond to your other points.

I don't believe that I lost my race because I'm not married. I believe I lost my race because I didn't get as many votes as my opponent(s). By the by, I was glad to support Warren Jones in the run-off and I think he's doing a great job. In my post I was simply relaying advice that I was given by those in the political establishment who were giving me pointers about improving my chances in a future race.

I don't know if you were directing your advice on being more professional at me, but if so, I would encourage you to walk your talk. Coming in and calling your fellow posters is hardly setting a standard for professionalism.

[downtownparks]

What would happen if the Mayor ever joined... Would you guys all be nice to him?

I tend to have a rule that I wont say anything online that I wouldnt say to someones face.

Now, I am very lucky in as much as, I am a rude bastard who has very little compunction about saying whats on my mind to anyone who will sit still for more than a minute or two. BUT, I do feel that dragging someones family, or marital situation into it is bad policy. Unless it related directly to the situation, as it did with the former Gov of Jersey. THEN, its game.

[spidey]

What would happen if the Mayor ever joined... Would you guys all be nice to him?

Sure....if he would give me free tickets to all those events like he does for all his staffers. :biggrin:

[pearlstone]

What would happen if the Mayor ever joined... Would you guys all be nice to him?

Of course I would. I'd love to get to know the man and try to learn what's behind alot of the decisions he makes regarding our city.

And shame on you DTParks for sticking that knife in that dog's head. ha ha

[Jimmy]

If the Mayor joined the site, I'd welcome him with open arms to this community. I'm the first to point out when he's done the right thing and I'm proud when it happens. But to come here and call us pathetic is a bit below the belt, even for online conversations.

Yes, there are real people behind these computer screens, but few of us has decided to put ourselves into the public crosshairs. You make good points, as always, dtp, and I will give your words some thought.

[Springfield Rulz's!]

I think we have some great minds on this board. When we talk or suggest things that are cruel or just plain mean it does anger me. This make sure we have facts before we comment. Slandering someone for sport is sad. I want this board to be respected and I believe that it is. When we go after someone; Teagle, Stewart or whomever it needs to be about their actions, bad or good. It would be a nice change to talk well of people on this board besides each other.

[spidey]

Agreed, Springfield.:drinks:

[Jimmy]

I can't argue with anything you've said in this post, SR. Good points.

[downtownparks]

If the Mayor joined the site, I'd welcome him with open arms to this community. I'm the first to point out when he's done the right thing and I'm proud when it happens. But to come here and call us pathetic is a bit below the belt, even for online conversations.

Yes, there are real people behind these computer screens, but few of us has decided to put ourselves into the public crosshairs. You make good points, as always, dtp, and I will give your words some thought.

Thanks Jimmy,

It means alot.

[spidey]

Here are some facts, Springfield.

According to the TU databank website, Kerri Stewart got 2 free tickets to 3 Jaguars games (Bills, Colts, and Titans) from the Mayor and then 2 free tickets to the Trans Siberian Orchestra from Adam Hollingsworth as an employee recognition award. For discussion purposes, we'll leave out the 2 tickets she received as an employee recognition award.


Kerri Stewart
Bills v. Jaguars
Details (http://www.jacksonville.com/databases/news/city_event_tickets/index.shtml?appSession=73161757688460&RecordID=121&PageID=3&PrevPageID=2&cpipage=1&CPIsortType=&CPIorderBy=)

Kerri Stewart
Colts v. Jaguars
Details (http://www.jacksonville.com/databases/news/city_event_tickets/index.shtml?appSession=73161757688460&RecordID=183&PageID=3&PrevPageID=2&cpipage=1&CPIsortType=&CPIorderBy=)

Kerri Stewart
Titans v. Jaguars
Details (http://www.jacksonville.com/databases/news/city_event_tickets/index.shtml?appSession=73161757688460&RecordID=329&PageID=3&PrevPageID=2&cpipage=1&CPIsortType=&CPIorderBy=)

Kerri Stewart
Trans Siberian Orchestra
Details (http://www.jacksonville.com/databases/news/city_event_tickets/index.shtml?appSession=73161757688460&RecordID=96&PageID=3&PrevPageID=2&cpipage=1&CPIsortType=&CPIorderBy=)


Here's the link to those facts: http://www.jacksonville.com/databases/news/city_event_tickets/index.shtml?appSession=90661757685260

In any case, also according to the TU databank, she did not reimburse the City for the costs of the Jaguar tickets. According to an earlier TU article on the subject, the tickets cost the City $69 each last year, although they were worth $95 a piece. Here's the link to that fact: http://www.jacksonville.com/tu-online/stories/012807/met_7601320.shtml

So at the least.....6 x $69 = $414 that I paid for Ms. Stewart and her guest to go to three football games.

Who used the second ticket to each of those events, I wonder? Just for yucks, I'll speculate that it was her husband, although it could have been someone else. In any event, why are my taxpayer dollars paying for Ms. Stewart and her husband, or whomever it was, to go to three Jaguars games?

(And obviously, none of this includes all the tickets that were reported to have been given to her in the January 2007 TU article. Check out the link above to see that she previously got 10 Jaguar tickets and 29 tickets to other events held at the Arena.)

I thought when the new City policy was put in place after that January news article, that this wasn't going to happen anymore. Did I misread the newspaper or miss something?

[jbm32206]

downtownparks; What would happen if the Mayor ever joined... Would you guys all be nice to him?
If the mayor joined the forum, he would be given a respectful and sincere welcome, like anyone else is shown. Anyone is welcome to join and participate in the open discussions. So the answer to your question would be a resounding YES!

We take pride in being respectful of everyone!

[dv8]

some animals deserve more respect than others.

[pearlstone]

huh?

[pearlstone]

... I am a rude bastard who has very little compunction about saying whats on my mind to anyone who will sit still for more than a minute or two....

Oh my, I just noticed this in the midst of all the heated stuff earlier; we've met more than once DTParks, remember?

You are not that way, in fact you in person vs. the online experience seem to be one who listens with genuine interest when someone's speaking with you. You're alot more tolerant than you painted yourself here my friend (I hope), I've always admired you for that.

Sorry for the thread interruption, but I just wanted to clear that up. :)

[SAGE]

If it were only the tickets Miss Sewage enjoyerd . It is rumored that the gallons of beer consumed were greater.

[pearlstone]

See, I think the blow up last night occurred more for the nonsense stated rather than the actual info contained within the posts themselves ... I overlooked the 'sewage' reference once before by another but won't now.

The name is 'Stewart' SAGE, (nice to meet you by the way:)), but the problem is how and if she's getting perks from taxpayer money not by the amount of beer she can consume.

True, if gallons of beer are being consumed at taxpayers expense, we NEED to invesitigate it.....but if Kerri's able to consume that on her own buck ... I don't know about you but she's definitely someone I'd wanna hang with!!!

[jbm32206]

some animals deserve more respect than others.
What is meant by that....you seem to have others, myself included, wondering what you mean?

[jbm32206]

If it were only the tickets Miss Sewage enjoyerd . It is rumored that the gallons of beer consumed were greater.I know we like to poke fun...but let's try to stick with the facts and opinions as to them. It's not our intent to go in this kind of direction...okay? Thanks!

[pearlstone]

Notice the typo, maybe she hit the 'Absolute cooler' I left over at Eagle's...........

[jbm32206]

I'd just like to get this back on track, which is about the money being spent during what we're told is a financial crisis

[spidey]

If I recall correctly, the TU article which talked about the changes to the skybox policy included that the attendees were responsible for purchasing their own alcohol....that it couldn't be put on the City tab.

I'll check to see if I can find the article real quick and post it here.

EDIT: Yep, here it is:


And no more booze either - at least not at taxpayers' expense.


http://www.jacksonville.com/tu-online/stories/020207/met_7732573.shtml

[jbm32206]

Thanks Spidey....now that's no longer an issue....

[SAGE]

It is so an issue. If Miss Sewage and her date(s) use taxpayers money to ingest alcohol at these events she owes the City a reimbursement. Not to mention all the food consumed at her old stomping ground, Amsterdam Cafe.

[pearlstone]

Please stop with the 'sewage' reference SAGE, that's just ugly. :)

[SAGE]

I do not drink and I am a guy. Who btw is blind in one eye. Sorry to offend you with my misspelled wordsNotice the typo, maybe she hit the 'Absolute cooler' I left over at Eagle's...........

[pearlstone]

I wasn't offended SAGE, just being silly with that comment. :)

Sorry about your eye, my grandma only had sight in one eye and it made so many everyday things difficult for her.

Who's Bill W? I don't get the connection...

[jbm32206]

I do not drink and I am a guy. Who btw is blind in one eye. Sorry to offend you with my misspelled words We're just wanting to keep things on the up and up....no problem about the spelling...we all do that!

As for what you said, if she did eat, drink and be merry on our tax dollars, then yes...she should have to repay it!

[downtownparks]

I agree, if she did in fact do this she should pay her tab... I am sure there is some sort of proof of this, right?

[rpschutt]

Who's Bill W? I don't get the connection...

I think that's a reference to Alchoholics Anonymous. Of course, being slightly buzzed, I can't spell.

[spidey]

I'm sorry...maybe I'm confused...but I thought Amsterdam Cafe closed about a year ago. :huh:

[pearlstone]

It did Spidey. :)

[Swamp Fox]

Other than being a campaign worker, what qualifications does Kerri have beyond blind loyalty?

[dv8]

All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others


A proclamation by the pigs who control the government in the novel http://www.bartleby.com/59/6/animalfarm.html Animal Farm, by George Orwell. The sentence is a comment on the hypocrisy of governments that proclaim the absolute equality of their citizens but give power and privileges to a small elite.
What is meant by that....you seem to have others, myself included, wondering what you mean?
i was referring to the chat about treating everyone with equal respect, and the thread topic of public officials feeding from the trough we have to keep full while consistently whining about the other pig who wants to give some $$ back to us.
week after month, outrageous information about the lies, pious proclamations and parties are posted here. it seems an endless loop. while it is impolite to call these people pigs, where do we put our rage and feeling of impotence besides using a toilet word like sewage?

[spidey]

Good point dv8 and well taken. But can we not express our outrage without resorting to changing people's names to "sewage"?

I don't know, it just seemed that was what I did in grade school, and to me, it marginalizes the indignation we all are rightly expressing on jaxoutloud.

[jbm32206]

Okay, DV8, now I understand...thanks for elaborating. Funny you referred to the book "Animal Farm" I remember having to read that as a child in school.

I also agree in your assessment about the government spending, wasting our tax dollars, and your anger (as is mine) over how it continues.

[downtownparks]

Good point dv8 and well taken. But can we not express our outrage without resorting to changing people's names to "sewage"?

I don't know, it just seemed that was what I did in grade school, and to me, it marginalizes the indignation we all are rightly expressing on jaxoutloud.

That is exactly what my point is.

Thanks also to DV8. I missed the animal farm reference as well. And, your point is well taken.

[SAGE]

I'm sorry...maybe I'm confused...but I thought Amsterdam Cafe closed about a year ago. :huh:

It did. What's the point? When it was in operation, Miss Stewart was a regular fixture at the bar.

My grandson was s waiter there at the timel

[Jimmy]

This is to everyone: please refrain from name-calling on JaxOutLoud. There are constructive ways to criticize and to move spirited public debate forward without having the conversation sound like a middle-school MySpace rant.

Thank you to everyone for your cooperation.