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Please take the time to vote today (Saturday). If your town doesn't have an election and you are in Wilson County, you need to go to the courthouse in Floresville to vote ... Read More 

Please take the time to vote today (Saturday). If your town doesn't have an election and you are in Wilson County, you need to go to the courthouse in Floresville to vote to protect our water supply. Please read the stories posted and some of the comments to get more information. (Especially the letter from Ralph Gerhardt)

 

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Small Town Mom,
Why do you assume that people who voice a different opinion than yourself, do not vote? I for one vote everytime. I do not believe there are negative ... Read More 

Small Town Mom,
Why do you assume that people who voice a different opinion than yourself, do not vote? I for one vote everytime. I do not believe there are negative or positive opinions,only what is or isn't true. And I strongly believe that too many of the same like minded individuals in control of anything is asking for corruption to take place. I, also believe that anyone who does not have the qualifications for a particular job should not apply for that job. They should seek the training first then after they are trained then apply.
The Bush's were not in the same location at the same time, as you have stated one was in Washinton, another in Texas, and another in Florida. The Kennedy's were a highly corrupt family and it is possible that one of the reasons JFK was killed, was because he appointed his brother, Robert, to be the US AG. I don't know about the Castro brothers, but I do know it is harder to exerise infulence in a larger city. I now live in Floresville, but I have live in other small town all across this country and the story is the same 95% of the time when one particular family is running the show,stagnation and/or corruption. Nepotism very raarely works.

 

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It tells me that we live in a small town, and there are a number of people who are related to each other. It tells me that there is a family or two (or three) who are interested ... Read More 

It tells me that we live in a small town, and there are a number of people who are related to each other. It tells me that there is a family or two (or three) who are interested in community service, because their kids also live in this town. It tells me, that the status quo can be shaken up, and that we are fortunate to live in a democracy where people can run for office if they so choose. It tells me that, if the only argument you have to offer is kinship, you've got a weak leg to stand on.

I tell you what would be wonderful- it would be wonderful if you just went to the courthouse and voted, instead of being so darn negative. The politics gene runs in families- look at the Castro brothers in San Antonio, the BUshes in TX and Florida, the Kenndeys et al.

 

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It would be wonderful if people did vote according to the candidates qualifications, however, that is not what happens. If people voted based on qualificaton, we would not ... Read More 

It would be wonderful if people did vote according to the candidates qualifications, however, that is not what happens. If people voted based on qualificaton, we would not have the president we have now. Isn't Mr. Leal the mayor's brother-in-law. Now what does this tell you.

 

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Whoa with all of the negativity. We should just be looking at the two candidate’s resumes and qualifications. Reading the two resumes, it is fairly obvious that Steve Snider ... Read More 

Whoa with all of the negativity. We should just be looking at the two candidate’s resumes and qualifications. Reading the two resumes, it is fairly obvious that Steve Snider is the most qualified candidate. If Mr. Leal has other qualifications that would make him a better candidate, he should have listed them in his resume. Attacking Mr. Leal is not helping the situation. Please stick to the issues.

Remember that the Courthouse is only place to vote.

 

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No need to go negative with a bunch of innuendos and accusations.

JUST CONSIDER QUALIFICATIONS AND THEN MAKE YOUR DECISION!

Remember, voting is at the courthouse.

 

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Ralph,

You ask why would Mr. Leal wants the job? You are right, he knows nothing about the position. He has no experience and never showed interest before....hum...Who ... Read More 

Ralph,

You ask why would Mr. Leal wants the job? You are right, he knows nothing about the position. He has no experience and never showed interest before....hum...Who is he related to? Who would have interest enough to encourage Mr. Leal to run for this position? Who would assist Mr. Leal with his political agenda, resume, speech.....think about it....???

Figured it out yet?

If that is not enough for you. His wife Debbie has had her share of run in's with the city, Peanut Festival Association, CASA, Sacred Heart Church/School...

His background is weak and his family has no creditability.

He is NOT wanting the position to be our voice. He is being encouraged, so that he can someone else's voice....

We support enough dead weight.

VOTE STEVE SNIDER...... I will.....so will my group of supporters....at least 50 of us!!!

 

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Both early voting through Tuesday and on election day, May 9, will be held in the Wilson County Courthouse ONLY

There is a small but very important election for a Director ... Read More 

Both early voting through Tuesday and on election day, May 9, will be held in the Wilson County Courthouse ONLY

There is a small but very important election for a Director to the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District (EUWCD). This is the entity that controls the water for four counties, Wilson, Karnes, Atascosa, and Frio. By now, most of you know that water is becoming a very important resource and that our neighboring county to the north (Bexar) needs more water and has been eyeing taking portions (or all) of our water for their use. The EUWCD is committed to protecting our water for future generations. That is why it is very important to elect a person to the EUWCD Board of Directors that has the knowledge and ability to keep our water safe.

There are two candidates for this position, Steve Snider and Robert Leal. I have included their resumes below as submitted to the Wilson County News. Wilson County News conducted a candidate forum and each candidate was asked to answer three questions. They are:

Quetion 1: Personal, Professional, and Political Background.

Question 2: Main Issues Facing the Community and How to Resolve It.

Question 3: What do you plan to accomplish if elected to this position?

If you will carefully review the resumes below, you will see that only one candidate has the qualifications to perform the duties of Director. That candidate is the incumbent, Steve Snider.

Along with two other people, Diane Savage and Darrell Brownlow, these “Three Musketeers” from Wilson County have successfully fought off San Antonio Water System (SAWS) for eight years and kept our water safe. To break this winning team up and replace Steve Snider with a person who knows very little about our water problems is to court disaster. (please re-read Mr. Leal’s resume if you doubt this) Mr. Leal has never attended any EUWCD meeting and he has never been to any meeting where any of these EUWCD Directors have been present. I cannot help but wonder why he wants the job. It certainly can’t be the pay because this position only pays a nominal amount and is a part-time job. Is it because Mr. Snider has not done his job?

Mr. Leal has never come to Mr. Snider and complained so that does not appear to be his motivation. We may never know. There is one thing we know for certain and that is that Mr. Leal will have a very steep learning curve and will not be able to be fully functional for some time. During that time, the other two EUWCD Directors will be short-handed in their efforts to keep our water safe.

There is only one problem. There is only one place to vote in either the early voting or regular voting. The only voting location is the Wilson County Courthouse at 1420 3rd Street, Floresville.

It is vitally important to the future of Wilson County water that you go to Floresville and vote for Steve Snider.

PLEASE VOTE!

RESUME FOR STEVE SNIDER
I’ve been married for 43 years and have been blessed with two children and five grandchildren. Our family has lived in the La Vernia area for 34 years and we are active in our local church and for 20 years I was a member of the Wilson County Sheriff’s Reserve.

I served in the U.S. Air Force and later worked as an Air Reserve technician and as a Crew Chief on C119 and C130 aircraft. I served on the Board of the SS Water Supply Corporation and from 1990 to 2000 was the General Manager. Since 1996, I have served on a Water Advisory Committee to the Edwards Aquifer Authority and since 1997, have been a representative to the Evergreen Board.

Wilson County is fortunate to have a plentiful source of Carrizo Aquifer groundwater. With the explosive growth within this County as well as being a neighbor to Bexar County, protecting the quality and quantity of this groundwater is key to our future. This is why the priority for the Evergreen District is to create and maintain fair but firm rules that allow District property owners, farmers, ranchers, and all businesses to use the groundwater resources in a manner that ensures their long term viability for each County.

I will continue working hard to ensure that the Evergreen District never forgets its fundamental responsibility is to the taxpayers. Every dollar in our budget will be properly scrutinized for value added to the District’s priorities. I will continue researching the issues and asking the questions that need to be asked. I will work to protect rights of property owners and specifically the right to utilize the groundwater beneath our property. Working with my fellow Board Members, the Evergreen will have strong rules that prevent neighboring interests from causing harm to our groundwater supply.


RESUME ROBERT G. LEAL

I, Robert G. Leal, announce my candidacy for Wilson County director of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District, which includes Frio, Karnes, Atascosa, and Wilson counties.

My wife, Debbie, and I have raised three children in Floresville. They are Jennifer Balcer and her husband, Mike, of Schertz, Ismael Leal and his wife, Heather and Amanda Herrera and Her husband, Bennie, of Floresville. We have six wonderful grandchildren: Chandler and Adrianna Balcer, Destiny Asbell and Ismael Leal III, Trinidad Leal, and Sage Herrera. We are active members of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Reared on a dryland farm in Wilson County, the experience has left me with a lifelong understanding of the importance that potable water plays in all of our lives.

Like the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the soil beneath our feet, our water is a precious resource that must be protected. If elected on May 9, I will advocate protecting, preserving, and conserving our water.

 

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Voters may not realize that this election is an important one. One of the points made at the recent TEA parties was that people need to take an active role -- and that ... Read More 

Voters may not realize that this election is an important one. One of the points made at the recent TEA parties was that people need to take an active role -- and that would begin with voting. Voters in Floresville have the CHARTER AMENDMENTS to vote on, and voters in Wilson County have a chance to vote for a member of the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District where an experienced incumbent is being challenged by an unknown inexperienced candidate. BUT TO VOTE ON THE EVEYGREEN BOARD, YOU WILL HAVE TO GO TO THE WILSON COUNTY COURTHOUSE. Early voting continues through Tuesday. Election is Saturday!

 

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Please vote in the Evergreen election, even if it's going to mean a trip to Floresville's Courthouse! People may not even know what the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation ... Read More 

Please vote in the Evergreen election, even if it's going to mean a trip to Floresville's Courthouse! People may not even know what the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District is, BUT if you care about your water, you should vote in this election. The Evergreen Board has done a stand-up job in looking out for our water in Wilson County, and Steve Snider has served well and done a good job. He has the experience. If you drink water, this election is important!