tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post506272958091817979..comments2023-03-27T02:36:53.691-07:00Comments on Sparky San Diego: Message from AnonymousSparkySanDiegohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06659685665397099088noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-22933951221452012922009-11-17T21:05:53.295-08:002009-11-17T21:05:53.295-08:00I still remember Kanaski's nickname.......&quo...I still remember Kanaski's nickname......."Little Hitler."SWAT COPnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-46616895715863069582009-11-17T18:33:49.808-08:002009-11-17T18:33:49.808-08:00Thanks Steve. I know you are walking on eggshells...Thanks Steve. I know you are walking on eggshells sometimes, especially where you work, but what you say is the absolute truth.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-91450032360195210622009-11-17T18:20:21.299-08:002009-11-17T18:20:21.299-08:00What did Just Wondering say?????????? :)
And, &...What did Just Wondering say?????????? :)<br /><br />And, "At Will" or not, they need to show leadership as well as step up and defend the troops.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-16315456696586113592009-11-17T18:16:18.401-08:002009-11-17T18:16:18.401-08:00Kanaski!
He’s the one who got sued by a detective ...Kanaski!<br />He’s the one who got sued by a detective for retaliation and discrimination. The jury awarded the detective a million dollars and the verdict and judgment was upheld by the court of appeal. You wonder why people choose to remain anonymous on this blog.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-39491827925767436142009-11-17T16:14:16.933-08:002009-11-17T16:14:16.933-08:00Come on ... that last one is really petty...Kanas...Come on ... that last one is really petty...Kanaski is one of the folks there I respect. Ya know, for a shorter guy, he's a giant of a man when it comes to ethics, honesty and openness. But that's my opinion, nothing more.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-29832032150209041772009-11-17T16:06:13.697-08:002009-11-17T16:06:13.697-08:00Identity Crisis asked which chief attended the fun...Identity Crisis asked which chief attended the funeral for the bicyclist? Kanaski was shown on TV at the service, not sure if the actual funeral or the viewing. This was a tragic accident and we all feel for the family but what is going on? Did we do something wrong? I wish the same level of concern was shown toward officers from the 7th floor.No Name Fibber McGeenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-55713049005845980372009-11-17T13:30:53.887-08:002009-11-17T13:30:53.887-08:00Interesting tidbits from the Voice of San Diego to...Interesting tidbits from the Voice of San Diego today (11/17):<br /><br />"We're going to start referring to the budget deficit as $200 million until further notice. In Tirandazi's (Director of Financial Mgt.) conversation with Frye today, he mentioned that revenues were off about $10 million since the last projection. That puts the working deficit at $190 million, he told me afterwards. Since the Office of the Independent Budget Analyst has already projected the deficit to be $200 million, and the Mayor's Office close is now close, we figured that's the best number to use for now. Previously, we've been going with $179 million, the mayor's estimate in October.<br /><br />Wonder now that the City is admitting a deficit of $200M if this lets Lansdowne off the hook? <br /><br />The other comment:<br /><br />To provide some closure on my coverage of city vacant positions last week, I also spoke with Tirandazi about the mayor's comments that eliminating 800 positions would result in a $20 million savings. Tirandazi estimated cutting all those positions would free up $30 million toward this year's budget gap. He emphasized that although cutting 800 positions would wipe out the city's current stock of vacancies, more will come as the city doesn't hire replacements for workers who leave. His $30 million estimate takes that fact into account.<br /><br />Looks like no new hiring anytime soon...of course, this doesn't count the Mayor's staff....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-67440778943237653622009-11-17T11:54:29.253-08:002009-11-17T11:54:29.253-08:00Dear Sparky and Co,
I would post anonymously too, ...Dear Sparky and Co,<br />I would post anonymously too, if I were an officer in this department, because i would want to keep my job. Why present your butt for the kicking?<br /><br />But I would also have a persona, so that people could track my consistency and respond. The word anonymous has little credibility.<br /><br />What's the difference to brass between an anonymous comment and the results of an anonymous survey?<br />1. The blog isn't manipulated like a survey is, by the tone of the questions. Or, worse, <br />2. The survey isn't actually anonymous at all.<br /><br />In short, I think 1. discussion could be more constructive between a bunch of aliases, and 2. other LEO's and their brass have an unprecedented and lucky break--to know what the morale and issues are in a department.<br /><br />Just my opinion. Good luck to you all, anonymous every one, but especially those that make the forum and drive the discussion.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Ann T.Ann T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11128699035211561119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-9457227005825624062009-11-17T08:52:12.297-08:002009-11-17T08:52:12.297-08:00Perhaps if those in power on the 7th floor were wi...Perhaps if those in power on the 7th floor were willing to take the criticism without being vindictive, more of us would publicly state what is being said here. Unfortunately that is never going to happen. As you stated, ignore the messenger but heed the message. When Chief Lansdowne appears in ROT and says there will be no layoffs of police officers and no units will be eliminated, it is obvious he does not have the authority to make those decisions. He loses all credibility with the troops.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-74595531170069262142009-11-17T08:05:17.880-08:002009-11-17T08:05:17.880-08:00I agree 100% with Sparky. I want the 7th floor to ...I agree 100% with Sparky. I want the 7th floor to acknowledge what we are going through, what we are up against and how bad it is. I am tired of hearing how wonderful it is we have a job and should feel lucky. I want a chief who will support me in my efforts to do this job by telling the truth to the public and all of us. "I guarantee there will be no cuts" is the biggest lie since "I tested last week and have no STD'S"Pissed of Copnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-17118151303401849272009-11-17T07:42:49.370-08:002009-11-17T07:42:49.370-08:00Human nature ain’t it a wonderful thing. Everyone...Human nature ain’t it a wonderful thing. Everyone and I mean everyone who reads and comments on this blog understands the Police Department is as much a democracy as Cuba is a free society. While the 1st Amendment may protect your rights to express opinion, it certainly does not protect you from human nature. Those who use the anonymous persona do so to protect themselves from the retribution those in power will use against them. We’ve all seen it happen before, we all know it can happen again, it’s human nature.<br /> <br />Regarding those who have made their way to the 7th floor. Like it or not they are the ones in power today. To gain this power they agreed to give up civil service protections and become “at will” employees. Some have cited LAPD Chief Bratton and his willingness to stand up to politicians in LA. A closer examination shows us before he resigned early this year Bratton was working on his second a 5-year contract. My friends, an employment contract is a completely different situation than those working under “at will” status. And, if I might be so bold, those working for a Mayor who already knows the ins and out of their jobs on the 7th floor AND has a vindictive streak a mile wide.<br /><br />I do not offer this as an excuse for their behavior I’m merely point out the facts. <br /><br />Is Sparky correct about the message being missed, probably. Before retiring in July I had several of those “conversations” with one of those individual on the 7th floor. The conversation was civil but the reality is they have jobs and families they need to support too. Some are the sole support and they’re not about to ruin their retirements. While you’re denying it, I suspect you would do the same. And, if there is nothing else to consider, remember all them, except one, started where you once were many year ago too. <br /><br />I believe human nature, in this case resentment, festers and is doing nothing good for anyone. Resentment from those who do not have power and believe those who do are protecting themselves. And resentment from those who have power but are being disrespected and undermined. Well in my opinion everyone needs to grow some thicker skin and understand the underlying messages from both sides.Just Wonderinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01410710576875070891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1231162963364357109.post-89185285455664510162009-11-17T07:09:56.116-08:002009-11-17T07:09:56.116-08:00Steve,
You are the man!
A+ on your recent posting....Steve,<br />You are the man!<br />A+ on your recent posting.<br />You hit the nail on the head.<br />Keep up the outstanding work.<br /><br />Anyone,<br />Which Chief Officer attended the funeral for the guy killed on the bicycle?Identity Crisisnoreply@blogger.com