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Post by lainey on Jun 21, 2014 21:42:10 GMT -4
Well, I don't know about all that, but looking back to December of 2012, suggests to me you may want to reconsider....Mr. Banks has an extensive career heading up our drug task force during the 90's in this area. Sheriff Hofmann has even eliminated our k9 force to help alleviate the problems you used to be concerned about....we haven't had a k9 dog as a part of our sheriffs office active personnel since last fall. He thinks they are too expensive, but he gave the last one away. Go figure...
Dec 14, 2012 at 8:06am @mj70cj428 said:
Dec 13, 2012 at 6:12pm @hisea said: Posting this to bring attention to the high use of drugs on this Island and Queen Ann's County!
Is there a high use of heroin in the county?
ABSOLUTELY, and dont fool yourself into thinking it's just a certain crowd...I am sadly amazed at the fact of how young the heroin is starting. Back when I was in school pot was the drug of choice for high schoolers...Heroin is in use by junior high and high schoolers. You would be surprised at the kids doing it, kids of doctors, lawyers not just kids from broken homes.
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Post by pckb on Jun 21, 2014 22:45:52 GMT -4
Well, I don't know about all that, but looking back to December of 2012, suggests to me you may want to reconsider....Mr. Banks has an extensive career heading up our drug task force during the 90's in this area. Sheriff Hofmann has even eliminated our k9 force to help alleviate the problems you used to be concerned about....we haven't had a k9 dog as a part of our sheriffs office active personnel since last fall. He thinks they are too expensive, but he gave the last one away. Go figure... Dec 14, 2012 at 8:06am @mj70cj428 said: Dec 13, 2012 at 6:12pm @hisea said: Posting this to bring attention to the high use of drugs on this Island and Queen Ann's County! Is there a high use of heroin in the county? ABSOLUTELY, and dont fool yourself into thinking it's just a certain crowd...I am sadly amazed at the fact of how young the heroin is starting. Back when I was in school pot was the drug of choice for high schoolers...Heroin is in use by junior high and high schoolers. You would be surprised at the kids doing it, kids of doctors, lawyers not just kids from broken homes. You are right, since there has been a crack down on the writing of prescription pills, and the fact that heroin is so cheap, it has become an epidemic hitting all walks of life and in 90's drug of choice in the schools were pot. It's a whole new ball game now and can only be won by someone with experience with the heroin epidemic. Hofmann has that experience.
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Post by JJ on Jun 22, 2014 7:51:29 GMT -4
from Mr. Banks:
The past few days have been full of citizens thanking me for running an informative, factual campaign. As I explained at the beginning of my quest to become Sheriff, my goal was to bring Integrity back into our Sheriff's Office.
I strongly felt at the beginning of my campaign as I do now that the people should have all of the facts regarding what is truly going on within their Sheriffs Office.
Along the way the Sheriff instructed his followers to use catch words such as "mudslinging" and "old news" to try and keep the truth from being heard by you, the voter.
As anyone who has followed my posts can attest to, every piece of information I presented was factual, supported by court documents, case numbers, dates and times. Much to the regret of the Sheriff, every fact I have presented has not only proven to be true, but for some reason the Sheriff STILL denies their very existence.
As a Law Enforcement Officer for 28 years, watching our Sheriff's Office become the focus of two Federal Investigations (EEOC and DOJ) is embarrassing to me.
Not only is it an embarrassment that our Sheriffs Office itself is STILL the subject of the United States Department of Justice investigation but the Consent Decree that places Queen Anne's County Government under Federal control for three (3) years is a National embarrassment.
At a forum the other night I was asked about why I felt the need bring up the Federal lawsuits. My response to that is if as Sheriff you cannot be honest with the citizens you serve along with the County Commissioners, there is no integrity in anything that the Sheriffs Office may do.
Integrity is everything to me. In my personal life and professional life my word has always been my bond. With this short time left before Election Day I give that bond, my word to you. As Sheriff I will once again return Integrity to your Sheriff's Office.
The Truth: the real facts about something, the body of real things, events, and facts
As this campaign comes to a close, I want to reinforce that since the beginning, my campaign strategy has been to focus on my experience and my expertise, bring attention to what I see as the issues in our county that I believe I can work on improving, and shed light on the reasons that current Sheriff should not be re-elected. I have never lied, I have never "slung mud," and I have never bad-mouthed. I have simply given the citizens of Queen Anne's County the facts so that they can make an informed decision. I believe that most of the people I have met along this "campaign trail" would say that I have consistently been transparent, honest and sincere.
I've offered my ear to anyone who has a question or concern, and made it my mission to get in front of as many people as possible. Sure, it's been a long road, but I believe it's worth it. If this is what it takes you make my county, and YOUR county a better place to live, I am OK with it.
I hope, on June 24th, you'll help me become your next Sheriff. I look forward to serving you. "Community First, It's All About You!"
Thank you and thank you for supporting my efforts to become your Sheriff.
Livingston
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Post by harleyd on Jun 22, 2014 12:39:16 GMT -4
In my opinion, a cop is supposed to have the highest level of integrity. That being said, having affairs and screwing around with other peoples wives and cops under your command is a billboard that says "I have a serious lack of integrity". The same goes with being honest.
I also think that having such a high position in any police or sheriff department should be earned, not elected or appointed. This would cut out the political favors. We don't need a politician to be sheriff, we need a real cop. There should also be term limits.
Vote for who you will. Vote on their record, their accomplishments and their integrity. Making people aware of their opponents documented and confirmed instances of lack of integrity and dishonesty is not mudslinging.
BTW, there are several deputies that oppose the re-election of the current sheriff. The will not say it publicly or outside of their circles due to repercussions by the bosses.
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Post by JJ on Jun 22, 2014 17:26:05 GMT -4
In my opinion, a cop is supposed to have the highest level of integrity. That being said, having affairs and screwing around with other peoples wives and cops under your command is a billboard that says "I have a serious lack of integrity". The same goes with being honest. I also think that having such a high position in any police or sheriff department should be earned, not elected or appointed. This would cut out the political favors. We don't need a politician to be sheriff, we need a real cop. There should also be term limits. Vote for who you will. Vote on their record, their accomplishments and their integrity. Making people aware of their opponents documented and confirmed instances of lack of integrity and dishonesty is not mudslinging. BTW, there are several deputies that oppose the re-election of the current sheriff. The will not say it publicly or outside of their circles due to repercussions by the bosses. Very well stated harleyd!
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 7:21:16 GMT -4
So Burtonsville FD drives a firetruck here to have a Banks sign hanging from it.
Interesting that department allows it....that's not a misuse of funds at all
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 7:51:38 GMT -4
So Burtonsville FD drives a firetruck here to have a Banks sign hanging from it. Interesting that department allows it....that's not a misuse of funds at all FALSE! You might want to do some research on the ownership and status of that Fire truck!
TRUTH: Sheriff Hofmann uses his County issued take home vehicle and his uniform for campaigning for himself and other politicians on the tax payers expense! That sounds like a proven FACT of a misuse of County funds!
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 8:01:08 GMT -4
From Mr. Banks:
Every Candidate for Office looks forward to receiving endorsements for the particular office the are seeking. I have been extremely fortunate in receiving all of the endorsements that I have up to this point. The last endorsement I received from Connie Crossley, widow of Sheriff Charles F. Crossley, former Sheriff of Queen Anne's County was powerful to say the least. I understand Mrs. Crossley's frustration and anger towards Gary Hofmann as he shamelessly tried to blame her late husband for the current turmoil he personally has brought upon the Sheriff's Office and Queen Anne's County. I am also extremely humbled and proud to receive Mrs. Crossleys endorsement to be your next Sheriff.
During these final hours prior to the election, I am very proud to receive another endorsement from a law enforcement professional who spent the majority of his career here in Queen Anne's County. Ladies and Gentleman please take the time to read the following endorsement from Curtis Benton, former Assistant Commander of the Maryland State Police Barrack in Centreville and Former Chief Deputy of the Queen Anne's County Sheriffs Office.
Thank you, Livingston.
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 8:05:20 GMT -4
Also from Mr. Banks:
Dear friends and neighbors,
I am pleased to endorse Livingston Banks as the Republican Candidate for Sheriff of Queen Anne’s County. I dedicated almost Forty-years as a law enforcement officer, Twenty-seven with the Maryland State Police and over Twelve-years with the Queen Anne’s County Sheriff as Chief Deputy during the administration of Sheriff Crossley.
I must say that I am very concerned about the disruption and turmoil now taking place in the Sheriff’s Office. Almost weekly I receive phone calls and personal contacts from the current Deputies expressing shocking allegations of misconduct by the current Sheriff and members of his staff.
The Sheriff’s latest explanation of action that he took against his brother for sexual assault is incorrect. There was NO criminal investigation conducted by the Sheriff, only a minimal internal investigation. In fact during this sequence of events, he actually PROMOTED his brother for a period of time and allowed him to remain employed until the Maryland Police Training Commission revoked his brother’s police commission. This was nearly a year after the sexual harassment complaint was made to the Sheriff. Due to Sheriff a Hofmann refusing to carry out his Oath of Office, the Fraternal Order of Police requested the initiation of a criminal investigation when they contacted the Maryland State Police, State Prosecutor and Cecil County State’s Attorney.
The Sheriff claims that the plaintiff failed to show up for work after a long absence and he offered her “accommodations”. Those so called accommodations were that she may have to work at times with her assailant, the Sheriff’s brother. Yes you read that right, the Sheriff would have forced her to work with the person that sexually assaulted her. Although the Sheriff stated he did not fire the plaintiff, the termination letter that was sent to her contained his signature. I spoke to his Major recently and he stated that the termination letter had only the Sheriff’s signature.
As for the Sheriff’s statement that no mis-conduct was found by the Maryland Attorney General Office, it would be more truthful to state that no mis-conduct was found against anyone except by those already named in the law suit. Also, the Attorney General Office represents the Sheriff so obviously they are not going to say that their client is guilty.
Also, ask the Sheriff to expound on the other $80,000,000.00 law suit against him and another Deputy that was his friend, room-mate and former tenant. Ask him to explain the criminal charges against another Deputy that were later completely dropped, no plea bargain, no probation, they can’t be re-filed. That Deputy's career and reputation will never be the same.
With all of these documented allegations against Sheriff Hofmann and some of his highest ranking personnel, it is clearly time for a change and to restore integrity, honesty and fair treatment to our sheriff’s office.
This is why I am proud to endorse Livingston Banks to be our next Sheriff in Queen Anne's County. Livingston is the person that will bring positive change to the Sheriff’s Office just as he has in all of his previous supervisory and management assignments in the Maryland State Police. His attention to detail, his vast experience in illegal drug investigations as well as his expertise in traffic management is exactly what Queen Anne's County needs in a Sheriff at this time. His dedication to his faith, his family and community is a model we can all be proud of when we point to him as our Sheriff.
With that, I ask that you please cast your vote to bring Integrity, Honesty and Accountability back to our Sheriffs Office. Curtis E. Benton, Jr Centreville, Maryland First Sergeant, Maryland State Police (Ret) Chief Deputy, Queen Anne’s County Sheriff’s Office (Ret)
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Post by lainey on Jun 23, 2014 8:28:39 GMT -4
Well, I don't know about all that, but looking back to December of 2012, suggests to me you may want to reconsider....Mr. Banks has an extensive career heading up our drug task force during the 90's in this area. Sheriff Hofmann has even eliminated our k9 force to help alleviate the problems you used to be concerned about....we haven't had a k9 dog as a part of our sheriffs office active personnel since last fall. He thinks they are too expensive, but he gave the last one away. Go figure... Dec 14, 2012 at 8:06am @mj70cj428 said: Dec 13, 2012 at 6:12pm @hisea said: Posting this to bring attention to the high use of drugs on this Island and Queen Ann's County! Is there a high use of heroin in the county? ABSOLUTELY, and dont fool yourself into thinking it's just a certain crowd...I am sadly amazed at the fact of how young the heroin is starting. Back when I was in school pot was the drug of choice for high schoolers...Heroin is in use by junior high and high schoolers. You would be surprised at the kids doing it, kids of doctors, lawyers not just kids from broken homes. You are right, since there has been a crack down on the writing of prescription pills, and the fact that heroin is so cheap, it has become an epidemic hitting all walks of life and in 90's drug of choice in the schools were pot. It's a whole new ball game now and can only be won by someone with experience with the heroin epidemic. Hofmann has that experience. Hofmann has no k9 force. I have no idea how he will find the heroin that is so rampant in this county.
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Post by lainey on Jun 23, 2014 8:30:41 GMT -4
Orioles fan, Yep, JJ is right. That is a privately owned vehicle. Get your facts straight.
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 8:40:24 GMT -4
Privately owned with Burtonsville on the side of it?
So Burtonsvilles FD condones this?
Doubt it
Funny how these endorsements come out one day ahead of election. You would think if he's so stellar they would have all along.
He's grasping folks
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Post by frankf on Jun 23, 2014 8:47:59 GMT -4
Why isn't the Sheriff's Department held to the same Employment Code as the remainder of Queen Anne's County? ecode360.com/713362527-73 A department director or employee may not appoint, promote, reassign, or participate in any action affecting a member of his/her immediate family or an individual involved with the employee in an intimate relationship. A department director may not permit the employment of an immediate family member or a person involved in an intimate relation where one has direct supervision over the other. "Intimate relationship" is a situation in which two individuals are involved in a romantic sense and may or may not cohabitate. Examples include significant other (boyfriend or girlfriend) or partner. Any exceptions to this policy shall require the advance approval of the County Administrator who may institute such procedural safeguards with regard to the employment as the County Administrator may determine to be necessary or appropriate.
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Post by lainey on Jun 23, 2014 8:50:34 GMT -4
My goodness. I realize nuances escape you. Look at the historical tags on the vehicle. It is not an operational vehicle. That vehicle is privately owned. The fact that this is what bothers you in this sheriffs race, shows me you are grasping.
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Post by lainey on Jun 23, 2014 8:54:18 GMT -4
Frankf, county rules and even Gary's rules see 16 (2), dont apply to Gary! He is above all. Well, until all 5 commissioners unanimously agreed to take both county attorneys advice and settle the lawsuit and submit us to the consent decree. It's not good for the goose, it's not good for the gander. It's only good for Gary!
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 8:54:49 GMT -4
Since I find it flattering that you in here have posted on FB that I am actually Gary my open bet still stands for anyone One months paycheck or a steak dinner at the winners choice of place I have zero affiliation with the dept. Never have past or present Typical of a certain banks supporter in here to spread more lies and misinformation Good Job Dino. How about you take my wager?
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Post by lainey on Jun 23, 2014 9:02:35 GMT -4
Since I find it flattering that you in here have posted on FB that I am actually Gary my open bet still stands for anyone One months paycheck or a steak dinner at the winners choice of place I have zero affiliation with the dept. Never have past or present Typical of a certain banks supporter in here to spread more lies and misinformation Good Job Dino. How about you take my wager? My name is not Dino. And I don't not own a fire tuck.
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Post by harleyd on Jun 23, 2014 9:11:20 GMT -4
Since I find it flattering that you in here have posted on FB that I am actually Gary my open bet still stands for anyone One months paycheck or a steak dinner at the winners choice of place I have zero affiliation with the dept. Never have past or present Typical of a certain banks supporter in here to spread more lies and misinformation Good Job Dino. How about you take my wager? Orioles fan, aren't you a police officer in the DC area?
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 9:12:17 GMT -4
Sheriff Hofmann will loose the civil law suits, your response "oh I am"! That speaks volumes! You might want to research the fire truck and status and funding for that fire truck!
Here is another song you might want to listen to today: Under Pressure by Queen and David Bowie
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 9:30:29 GMT -4
Since I find it flattering that you in here have posted on FB that I am actually Gary my open bet still stands for anyone One months paycheck or a steak dinner at the winners choice of place I have zero affiliation with the dept. Never have past or present Typical of a certain banks supporter in here to spread more lies and misinformation Good Job Dino. How about you take my wager? Orioles fan, aren't you a police officer in the DC area? I'm starting to wonder who I really am at this point since Dino is spreading lies.
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 9:31:59 GMT -4
Orioles fan, aren't you a police officer in the DC area? I'm starting to wonder who I really am at this point since Dino is spreading lies. Hey JJ....I mean Dino....take the bet sir. Be a man once in your life and back your talk up since you go feed everyone lies
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Post by harleyd on Jun 23, 2014 9:33:18 GMT -4
Orioles fan, aren't you a police officer in the DC area? I'm starting to wonder who I really am at this point since Dino is spreading lies. Capitol Police Officer?
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 9:36:55 GMT -4
In my opinion, a cop is supposed to have the highest level of integrity. That being said, having affairs and screwing around with other peoples wives and cops under your command is a billboard that says "I have a serious lack of integrity". The same goes with being honest.
I also think that having such a high position in any police or sheriff department should be earned, not elected or appointed. This would cut out the political favors. We don't need a politician to be sheriff, we need a real cop. There should also be term limits.
Vote for who you will. Vote on their record, their accomplishments and their integrity. Making people aware of their opponents documented and confirmed instances of lack of integrity and dishonesty is not mudslinging.
BTW, there are several deputies that oppose the re-election of the current sheriff. The will not say it publicly or outside of their circles due to repercussions by the bosses. This statement from Harlyd is so true, do you agree Oriolesfan? Just for your FYI, you might want to do some more research and brush up on your investigative skills accusing me as Dino, now I see why there was a false arrest under Sheriff Hofmann's leadership!
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Post by JJ on Jun 23, 2014 9:48:00 GMT -4
From Mr. Banks: "Progress is impossible without change and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything." - George Bernard Shaw
I believe I can make a difference. What matters to me is not whether you are black or white, Republican or Democrat, a millionaire or middle class, what matters to me is that you feel confident about the people who you elect to serve you and serve Queen Anne's County. I've done my best to instill that confidence in every person I've met since this campaign started. But it is nothing new to me, it's something I do every day... I work hard to always do the right thing, help people and make a difference. I ran for Sheriff once before in 2010, and I really wanted to be elected at that time as I do now. This time though I think the people of Queen Anne's are ready for a change. Let's make this happen!
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Post by oriolesfan on Jun 23, 2014 9:48:06 GMT -4
In my opinion, a cop is supposed to have the highest level of integrity. That being said, having affairs and screwing around with other peoples wives and cops under your command is a billboard that says "I have a serious lack of integrity". The same goes with being honest.
I also think that having such a high position in any police or sheriff department should be earned, not elected or appointed. This would cut out the political favors. We don't need a politician to be sheriff, we need a real cop. There should also be term limits.
Vote for who you will. Vote on their record, their accomplishments and their integrity. Making people aware of their opponents documented and confirmed instances of lack of integrity and dishonesty is not mudslinging.
BTW, there are several deputies that oppose the re-election of the current sheriff. The will not say it publicly or outside of their circles due to repercussions by the bosses. This statement from Harlyd is so true, do you agree Oriolesfan? Just for your FYI, you might want to do some more research and brush up on your investigative skills accusing me as Dino, now I see why there was a false arrest under Sheriff Hofmann's leadership! You see how easy it is to throw out BS?
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