Is the Board and HOA remaining Neutral in the recall election?

10/31/2021 62 Comments

Is the Board and HOA remaining Neutral in the recall election?

This past Friday afternoon, the HOA and Board sent out a Newsletter on Condo Communities labeled “Misinformation”. The Board has decided that any information that was not provided by the board is “Harmful” to the community and the HOA has a responsibility to reinforce information that was already sent out by Peter Webb to all homeowners to defend his actions.

This raises the following questions:

Is it proper for the Board to direct the HOA to use staff time, resources and Condo Communities to send a Newsletter defending positions taken by Peter Webb during the recall election?
Why did 6 of the 7 Board members decide not to remain neutral during the recall election?

Are homeowners being “Harmful” when they ask for additional details or facts to help them understand the actions of the Board?

Do you believe that the HOA will provide homeowners with any supporting data and facts to dispel the “Misinformation” that was referenced in this Newsletter?

The Blog would like to know your thoughts.

62 Comments

Desert princess homeowner

11/1/2021 08:25:34 pm

The board says that our reserves are in great shape. If that is true, why did we devalue our assets by $1.2 million. Was that to bring the reserves up to the stated 40%. Also, why did the HOA reserve study say that we have a high probability of assessments coming in the next 2 years followed by a high probability of additional assessments for the next 10 years?

11/1/2021 09:55:39 pm

Exactly my thoughts. If you look at the most recent summarized budget docs sent out to everyone, it clearly shows in the reserve fund section, that by around 2024, the risk is forecasted as HIGH for special assessments. I truly do not understand why we keep being told that this is not the case when it is clearly shown on these reports. Why does this keep getting glazed over? It doesn't make any sense!!!
It says right on these reports that we are headed for trouble as far as the reserve fund goes.
From what I understand, the HOA pays an independent company for these reserve studies. However, anytime I hear someone inquire the BOD about this, they are treated like they have no idea what they are talking about. It is right there in RED in the reserve fun assessment reports.

Michelle

11/2/2021 05:35:30 pm

As a former Board member, I can attest to the fact the reserve fund numbers are easily manipulated. I bear witness to this practice. By arbitrarily depreciating the value of our community assets in spite of expert assessments we paid for to obtain, we could provide a false narrative to the owners on the health of our reserve fund. This was only one of many issues I found that conflicted with my moral and ethical compass. Without doubt, those Board practices influenced my decision to not seek re-election to the Board. Kicking the can down the road must stop now. Desert Princess is worth fighting for and I'm proud to do so with the Respect4AllDPCC Committee owners.

Maggie Hood

11/1/2021 10:16:23 pm

And if the reserves are in "great shape" why did the raise each owners dues by$10 per month, specifically for reserves. I did not see the reserve study with the "high probability" of assessments. thanks for mentioning

Tmsr

11/2/2021 01:07:22 am

Ive said this many times and I’ll say it again. Regardless of their attitudes, performance and accountability the entire board has to go and restructure a new board. Not to say that some current board members wouldn’t be reelected, but why take the chance that the new President wouldn’t be sabotage. There’s always loyalty in good or bad.

Douglas K Good

11/2/2021 05:25:06 am

It is incorrect for the board to use HOA resources to clarify points for Peter Webb, what happening is that the “ ruling clique “ is now concerned about losing a major voice. Break up the “ ruling clique “

Judge

11/2/2021 05:54:09 am

We need to remove the problem that's creating all these issues. We are tired of being bullied treated like children !

Negative Blogs Continue

11/2/2021 09:56:35 am

Your continued questions insinuate terrible things without any proof!
Yes, its acceptable to answer misinformation especially when people may believe misinformation to be true. I believe it's the responsibility of the board to set the record straight.
Are you saying most of the board members are in favor of the recall because the supposedly are neutral? That seems to be what your insinuating? Do you know that to be a fact or are you just throwing it out there?
Is the latest information about our financials being in good shape a lie? Is that what you are saying?
Will you stop this negative crusade if the Recall results in a No? Because this has created a very negative atmosphere in our awesome community.

Cyndie Barone

11/2/2021 11:05:50 am

Today I received an email written by Roy M. Gabriel in which he indicated he is now saving about $100 a month due to the new Spectrum contract. I am totally perplexed how come I am not saving $100 a month?? Here is the math:

My Spectrum Bill was $71 and now it is $12.99 = $58.01 less a month.
My old HOA fee was $665 and now it is $710 = $45 more a month.

$58.01 - $45 = $13.01 less a month.
$13.01 x 12 months = $156.12 a year savings.

How come I am only saving annually, what Mr. Gabriel (and the others who have sent out blast emails indicating how much they are saving due to the boards fine work) about what they are savings in a month and half?

I get that I am paying less for Spectrum, but when I net out the HOA increase, I am only saving $13.01 a month. I want to save $100's a month too!!

Ned

11/2/2021 11:40:10 am

It's an "awesome community" if you have a "Private Country Club" for the Chosen 200, with the other morons paying the bills, and you can Golf for $10 a round everyday while reserving T-times that would actually generate real income.

That plus run the place like you were Fidel Castro.

But at least the grounds look pretty.
I mean, they used to.

Anne

11/2/2021 02:37:14 pm

Thank you Ned. You have articulated the plot of this tale perfectly. It's time to put this DP culture out to pasture where it belongs.

Anne

11/2/2021 02:39:23 pm

Thank you Ned. You've hit the nail on the head on all that has asked us for years.

A Golfer

11/2/2021 04:25:02 pm

Ned - The chosen 200 are not making the decisions around here. The Board tells us what to pay and we pay it. And remember, we are also homeowners and pay all of those fees too. And to get the cost per round down to $10 as you stated, you would have to play about 400 times a year. It's ridiculous to think anyone does that. You've fallen into the trap of hating the golfer out there who has nothing to do with your problems. Or should I say our problems since we are all homeowners.

Ned

11/3/2021 10:51:20 am

Hey Golfer....Does the "CoxGroup" still have a standing order to block off the best t-times each day for a large group?

Hey Golfer... Does the "Heil Group" still have a standing order to block off the best t-times each day for their large group?

What do you pay in membership per year again?
Lets see 360 days per year minus 30 days the course is closed-- what does that come out to again.

Pay your fair share.
And save the bullshit for someone else about " you only pay what the Board tells you to pay".

11/3/2021 12:09:36 pm

Dear Golfer:

" We only pay what they tell us to pay"... I think that kind of statement used to excuse one's own action has a historically bad background..."I only did what I was told to do".

D C

11/4/2021 06:35:24 pm

Ted YOU ARE SPOT ON!!! BINGO!!!!!

Mary Maloney

12/6/2021 09:01:42 pm

You speak the truth Ned!

11/2/2021 12:02:30 pm

I am curious. A the very top of the last posting by the board, they indicated, they are unable to take a position in either direction and then use the HOA website to take a position. Make this perplexed #2. If they are not allowed to take a position (their printed words) then how come they used the HOA communication system to state their position?

A Golfer

11/4/2021 05:16:49 am

Ned - You forgot to mention the Skins group, the Choose-ups, and the Ladies group. And these groups do not play every day. If these groups didn't have tee times pre-arranged the same people would only be booking their own times which wouldn't make any difference at all the amount of play by the members. If you checked with the Pro Shop you would find out that outside play is rarely turned away because of member groups. So in reality, the members are adding to the revenue stream through golf and the restaurant. And your math is still wrong because I can't think of anyone who would come close to playing over 300 times a year. You know, we have a golf course for a reason. Not only is it beautiful for everyone, but it is a nice facility for the homeowners to utilize. Maybe you should take up golf and utilize the restaurant and pay your fair share too.

Anon

11/2/2021 12:04:30 pm

Questions are simply that.....questions. I find the obvious anger in your post rather unjustified. All owners have the right to question the Board they elect. The Board, after all, is accountable to them. If questions are viewed as insinuations, frankly that is a problem for the angry minority who view them as such. I don't believe this is a negative crusade....it is a crusade for open, honest and inclusive leadership for the ENTIRE community. If so many owners have so many questions, we may not be as awesome a community as you believe.

Trevor

11/4/2021 11:19:34 am

It is acceptable for the board to answer misinformation. The problem is the board did not tell the truth when clarifying the misinformation!! That is a true fact. Believe what you want to believe.

Terry

11/2/2021 12:01:21 pm

The board acknowledges that they are required to remain neutral as regards the recall. Then, under the guise of correcting misinformation they go on a tirade against RESPECT4ALL. That is not neutral within the spirit of the law. Jerry Storage admitted in writing that security was involved in picking up the door hangers that were legally distributed by the recall committee. That was UNLAWFUL. The BOD lies to homeowners. The BOD disregards the law put forth under Davis-Stirling. At it's present rate DP will tip over based on the attempt by the board to maintain their private little golf course and their authoritarian rule.

11/3/2021 04:41:46 am

It seems like they were correcting misinformation. I don't think you can jump to the conclusion it was a tirade. Is there a different way they could have corrected the misinformation, without you arbitrarily deciding to call it a tirade? This kind of verbage is creating a very negative atmosphere. Furthermore:

1. Except as noted herein, nothing is allowed to be hung from, mounted on, or otherwise attached to, the exterior of a condominium unit without the express written permission of the Association.

Terry

11/3/2021 09:21:04 am

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Under Davis Stirling information regarding recalls is expressly allowed "without permission" to be distributed to homeowners. What the board did by quickly going around and confiscating the information was unlawful.

Your misinformation stating that nothing can be attached on the outside of a condo refers to permanent attachments. Door hangers are not considered permanent attachments so do not apply.

Homeowners have the right to expect that HOA's will understand and abide by California law. Using misinformation and untruths to retain authoritarian power is WRONG and must be ended.

11/3/2021 12:07:21 pm

It may "seem" like they were correcting misinformation but in fact, did not. They show no proof of their position, and stated prior to stating their position, that they in fact are not allowed to do so. Personally, I am only taking into consideration what they themselves stated in their first sentence.

Ann

11/3/2021 12:55:34 pm

Peter has absolutely gone on a tirade.
One example of many:
For years, it has been tradition and plenty acceptable for candidates running for the board to display election campaign signs in the flower beds in front of condos.
But as soon as said campaign has to do with Peter Webb- oh hold up!
Patrol Services was put on watch for every effort that supported the recall of Webb. Signs removed and messages sent out to homeowners telling them nope, not allowed this time.
What a "convenient" time to choose to enforce how campaign signs can be displayed.

I wonder if Patrol Services will body-guard and parade Peter on property when he finally returns. They seem to already have been used plenty for his personal use.

Judge

11/18/2021 07:55:27 am

Why do they keep changing and or updating the C C & R ?

Judge

11/18/2021 07:53:29 am

Well said!

11/3/2021 01:43:21 pm

Let's not beat up on the golfers. I am happy that we have residents that play our course. The problem is golf operations and how that is being run. The course could be generating major revenue for the entire community. But due to poor operations, it does not. Our dues could actually be lowered if it were run correctly. We could have so many more amazing things, upgrades, etc in our community if the course were run properly. The course itself, the Country Club, the restaurant, the infrastructure, common areas throughout DP would ALL benefit without our dues raised IF the golf operations were on point.

11/3/2021 03:27:09 pm

Agree!!! Not beating on golfers (in my last comment) just directing my response to the person who was named GOLFER. I agree with you a million percent. If we encouraged people not living in DP to come use our course, upgraded the restaurant, held tastings, had more varied menu, perhaps leased it out with a participation lease agreement, had someone dedicated to renting it out for special events...in other words, utilized the facilities we have to generate outside income, then all of the income would not weigh on the shoulders (bank accounts) of residents. Currently it is owners who use the golf course, and restaurant with limited outside appeal. Then when there is a budget need, it falls back on to the owners. We could be a destination like so many other courses and restaurants (think Escena's restaurant), this untapped income could offset budget shortfalls without dipping into our pockets repeatedly.

Michelle

11/3/2021 05:54:03 pm

Ann, you are absolutely right. In my role as the sponsor of record for the hundreds of recall petitioners, I have become the target of retribution from not only a few uninformed homeowners, but also the recipient of an intimidating letter from our HOA. interestingly enough, it belies any claim they have made that they are required by California statute to remain neutral in this recall process.

You are absolutely correct about the recall signs. Interestingly enough, one of them on a lawn in front of a condo on Cumbres Court which was defaced to encourage NO votes escaped the net of Patrol Services until a week ago. Timing and coincidence appear to favor our Board President, however utilizing HOA resources which we all pay for is not only unprofessional , but a clear example of why homeowners commenced this recall in the first place.

D C

11/4/2021 06:56:41 pm

Michelle, Even in the rebuttal of your (i.e our) reason's for the removal of our BOD President, Peter Webb remains defiant, actually delusional in his arguments. BTW I did not know that you are Canadian, like that would make any difference. The fact that Peter Webb used his and yours national origin as a reason for his inability to fulfill his duties, is further proof, that at least Peter Webb breaks US and California anti discriminatory laws. Terry Swartz is another Director that expressed discriminatory views, and should also be ousted. It gave me great pleasure to cast my two properties vote supporting Peter Webb's removal.

Terry Albright

11/5/2021 11:55:59 am

Peter Webb's latest proclamation of his greatness from the BOD e-mail blast of 11/6/21 reminds me of Mark Twain's comment concerning a new dinner guest at his table. "The louder he spoke of his virtue, the faster I counted the spoons."

People who lie tell new lies to cover old lies. It's that simple.

DP needs a culture based on honesty and openness to thrive. Vote yes for the recall. Let's get on the right road for the success and prosperity of Desert Princess in all our futures.

Michelle

11/5/2021 01:48:35 pm

Terry, you are quite correct in your assessment of Mr. Webb's latest, albeit repetitive claims to the virtues of his leadership. It's most interesting that he has failed to comment on nor defend what hundreds of owners who instigated and signed the recall petition found most offensive......his divisive, dictatorial and disrespectful approach to governance. He continues to reference the achievements of the Board, which have never been under question by this initiative. It was always about the inexcusable disregard of the feedback from a good many owners by it's leader.

11/5/2021 04:10:38 pm

I did not have an opinion one way or the other until I joined in on one of the ZOOM HOA meetings. And it was Mr. Webb himself helped me decide.

He was rude and condescending to homeowners who showed up in person to discuss issues. When he no longer cared for the questions, he decided time was up and abruptly shut down the participation part of the session. He very clearly indicated he had the right to do this as he saw fit.. He also said quite clearly, he does not have to listen to the homeowners ideas for consideration (although homeowners foot the bill) when it came to making decisions about spending our money. Well, perhaps the bylaws indicate he doesn't have to, but he should want to. There are plenty of intelligent, creative people with business and accounting acumen in our community. Is it so far fetched to believe that their potential contribution of information could be helpful??

Listening makes people feel valued and not dismissed nor treated like a child. And of course when the homeowners got shut down, they reacted, wanting to be heard. Depicting frustrated homeowners, who also took time out their day to participate, as the angry crazed mob is beyond overdramatization. Unless the camera's for ZOOM self edited, there was nary a pitchfork nor burning torch to be seen.

Peter, you and you alone, helped me make up my mind. Thank you for showing your true colors.

Terry Albright

11/7/2021 02:20:06 pm

The meeting on Saturday was very informative and well presented. The info about fines was eye-opening. My wife and I were accused of missing two payment with accompanied fines. We traced the checks, one of which had cleared our bank. Turns out both checks were posted to an incorrect account by Management Trust which took four days for them to find the money. They waved the fines and the individual we worked with at MT was very professional and friendly in the end.Turns out many other homeowners had the same issue. The amount of the new fine schedule is ridiculous. This is our current BOD's idea of creating revenue streams. Kind of makes one think that the BOD has a very low opinion of homeowners doesn't it?

11/7/2021 03:47:05 pm

EVERYONE I personally know in Desert Princess has had fines levied on them for "late" or "missing" payments. Homeowners have to spend a good deal of their time to prove themselves innocent. In all of these cases, myself included the homeowner has been in the right (having paid their dues on time.) There is gross mismanagement taking place in accounts payable.
After having attended several board meetings of late and after listening to what comes out of Peter Webb's mouth regarding his attitude about fines; I believe all of the increase in fines and the aggressiveness to find reasons to fine homeowners at every opportunity are all driven by Peter. To Peter Webb, fining homeowners is good for business and is a great revenue stream.

david farrar

11/15/2021 09:00:53 am

We agree. We were fined for false accusations with absolutely NO proof!
Will they hold to there new rule. Fines for false accusations ?

Mary Maloney

12/6/2021 09:07:42 pm

Had the same thing happen. They were posting our payments to the wrong account......no apology, but the burden of proof was on us.

11/7/2021 05:01:16 pm

That “postmarks don’t count”, when determining if an HOA fee payment is considered on time or late (and hence subject to a fine), is most egregious, and beyond aggressive. Even the CA Tax Franchise Board (not known for their forgiving and friendly manner), accepts postmarks, so do credit card and mortgage companies, the IRS, banks, utility companies, and City agencies when you pay a ticket, . Also, taking into consideration the known mail delivery slowdown (as reported by CBS), and the shortened grace period you have (what in the business world) is officially called “an income generator”. One would think, knowing the mail is taking longer, our fellow homeowners (on the board), would extend the grace period or at the very least, accept postmarks. I see this move as nothing less than a backhanded way of increasing revenue under the guise of discouraging late payments.

11/8/2021 03:03:01 pm

Yes CB... you are right on. It is outrageous and quite a racket!

Terry Albright

11/8/2021 11:14:56 am

Quite a "puff piece" came out recently from a very ardent admirer of Peter Webb. By this person's accounts Peter will be the next recipient of the Nobel prize. Rumor has it however that the author of this love letter is engaged in a long running dispute involving various violations of HOA rules. Could this letter of gratuitous praise for the president of the BOD be a attempt to settle out of court shall we say? Sounds suspiciously like a quid pro quo. Just asking.

Tom Rosa

11/9/2021 02:36:05 pm

APATHY has been the steady diet here for many years. The "Golf Pro" has been a bland and unserious guy since he got here oh so many years ago. I stopped playing here along with some of my neighbors for exactly that reason. I don't need to be brow beat by a guy who can hit a 5 iron because I'm 5 min late. The golf operation could generate much more revenue with the correct person at the helm. But No ,we languished with that guy for years. Golf and the restaurant are amenities for the homeowners, as such the cost of the operation should be divided by the total home ownership and we all should pay " our fare share " (libtard saying ) . Or do an annual minimum at the restaurant which our other club does. Very little here has ever been looked at like a business / owner would. Bloated payroll, inferior employees, no cost controls. It runs like a government agency. Always someone else to pay the bill ( homeowners ) in this case. In almost 20 years as an owner and 15 years full time resident I have seen it all. Wash / Rinse / Repeat. So recall Peter Webb. John Purdy and Brad Bachtelle will save the day. SPARE ME. Just another two guys with very high opinions of themselves and a lot of free time. Hopefully our home will sell quickly and we can move to our NON HOA home where we can live our life without 10 Emails a weeks from 2 bored guys.

Jessica

11/9/2021 04:19:53 pm

Mr. Rosa, you obviously confuse caring with bored. Your rant indicates that clearly by being golfcentric and one dimensional you have been part of the problem, not part of a solution. I and many others share your hope for a quick sale of your home. Don't let our front gate hit you on your backside on your way out.

Tom Rosa

11/10/2021 07:13:50 am

Jessica, I have played golf exactly ZERO times this year so my opinion is NOT golf centric. I was simply illustrating that marginal employees are never removed for basic incompetency. My rant as you put it, was meant to draw attention to the basic thought that no matter who is on the board things don't change much. You don't know me. There was a time I went to every board meeting and voiced my concerns to deaf ears. I actually volunteered to be on a committee for the master plan. Which is what I do for a living. I was passed over because I was " not in the club" My neighbors most of whom we have known for 15 + years are sad to see us go. See they actually know that I care. I put my name on my "rant" because I am transparent You did not identify who you are. Why? I am NOT one dimensional, I'm thoughtful and honest. I have seen the individuals involved in the recall run down anyone who they don't agree with over the years. I'm happy to sit down and have a conversation about this. I really hope this situation improves for the community ( even you Jessica ) But given the history, I don't have much faith it will. Wash/ Rinse/ Repeat

Retaliation is alive and well in DP

11/10/2021 11:33:09 am

Dear Mr. Rosa,
With all due respect, you are on your way out. It is easy for you to post openly. You have nothing to lose. You are leaving. You will not be subject to retaliation or denials of your landscape requests, or ridiculous extraordinary fines, etc. if this board remains as it currently is with its retaliatory leader.

david farrar

11/15/2021 08:53:32 am

John & Brad we want to Thank You for everything you are doing!

Jessica

11/10/2021 11:50:38 am

I would have believed you were more than one dimensional and golfcentric if that hadn't been the core of your post. I also found it offensive that you chose to disparage and dismiss both Mr. Purdy and Mr. Bachtelle for their efforts to change the divisive culture that has existed for decades in Desert Princess. To attempt to change that culture, no matter how many tries it may take is to be commended. To accept the status quo dooms our community to failure.

11/10/2021 01:03:33 pm

Agree with you Jessica. Tom, you original post felt like a mixed message to me. One that agrees there are things that need to change, but then "why bother". I get that you are leaving so none of this matters to you anymore, which begs me to ask - then why post on this blog? I for one, feel like John & Brad spent a lot of time, looking into things and putting together an informational presentation. This is not because they are bored, but because they care. And I firmly believe, they care about more than themselves, or a small group of friends/family but about us the homeowners who believe that things can change and that things SHOULD change regardless of history. If that were the case for everything, so many things that we know, experience and enjoy today, simply would not exist. Thanks Brad and John for all the time and effort you put into the presentation.

Tom Rosa

11/10/2021 02:25:44 pm

I promise last post, The reason I posted in the first place was to point out that this has been going on for years here. The more things change the more they stay the same. Although well intentioned ( perhaps ) the humans in question have been stirring the pot for years to NO AVAIL. That is my point. Get It ! Mark my words, 5 years from now NOTHING will have changed for the better. ( I hope it does ) But given my 19 years on this property, Nothing is better than it was 19 years ago. And so it goes. I will you all well.

Terry Albright

11/10/2021 03:24:09 pm

Tom,
I understand and agree with much that you shared on the blog. It has been same old same old around here for the years we have been here.

Just my opinion but I believe your characterization of Brad and John is way off the mark. Both of them are anything but bored. If you knew them you would know that they are not in the least obsequious but do what they do out of public service and seek no fame for their efforts. They are both highly intelligent and dedicated homeowners. They recognize the wreck the current leadership has left us with. They have suffered from retaliation themselves and still have the courage to move forward and try to help change things for the betterment of all homeowners. I applaud their efforts and know where they are coming from. I do not want to leave my wife in a failing or failed community when I am no longer here. Unless the culture and the leadership doesn't change to one of honesty and transparency this ship will run aground. I will take her to to safety rather then subject her to the money pit this place could become from lack of vision and poor leadership. Good luck in your travels Tom.

Mary Maloney

12/6/2021 09:15:22 pm

The years of culture and climate at DP is based in Management Trust. There has been no change in the points that Tom makes because the same people have been in charge. It hasn't been run like a business, but instead a private club fully funded by homeowners. Our PUBLIC golf course IS NOT EVEN listed on the most popular golf apps for goodness sake!!!!!

Jessica

11/13/2021 03:23:50 pm

Thank you Tom for clarifying your remarks. I now understand where you were coming from. The DP culture has been baked in for a generation and I appreciate your wishing us well in our endeavors to eliminate the caste system that has prevailed in Desert Princess for decades. All my best wishes to you in your new community..

Judge

11/15/2021 08:11:28 am

Has anyone noticed that the landscapers are around more. WOW we have flowers this year. Whoopie !

Michelle

11/16/2021 03:25:09 pm

Judge, I couldn't agree more. It is however, most unfortunate that many of those lovely blooms were ripped out by the roots from my front garden. It certainly begs the question: Was this a form of retribution for my sponsorship of a COMMUNITY based petition to recall Mr. Webb or the result of destructive behavior by errant desert critters?

Judge

11/18/2021 03:53:12 pm

In my opinion there is a group that gossip about who they let in there group or not. AK Susan.

Vote for Kindness

11/22/2021 01:35:06 pm

I truly hope that our fellow homeowners have voted with their heart and conscience. We need a new leader who is kind. Please return kindness to DP.

Ann

12/6/2021 12:48:35 pm

The closing statements made by Peter Webb today were repulsive and were yet another demonstration of one of the main reasons a recall was launched in the first place. Most human beings I know, whom had they been in a similar situation, would have offered closing statements of gratitude for the support to remain in the position and perhaps even words of Unity to own up to the fact that perhaps he had demonstrated less than in the past.
Listening to him following that was vomit-worthy and disgraceful.
As others have said here "Wash/Rinse/Repeat"

12/6/2021 05:36:18 pm

Dare I ask what he said?

Ann

12/7/2021 08:49:49 am

Unfortunately, what he said isn't worth the time or energy to type out. All I have to say is how disappointing that Peter has not self reflected at all after this experience. He is divider. It really is a shame that more did not take this opportunity to make a change at DP that it so desperately needs.

12/7/2021 10:43:31 am

I actually got a synopsis of what he said. I feel bad that his dog who I guess can read, does not have his own TV show. That being said, hoping he had the ability to self-reflect....if he had that in him, there would never have been a recall process. So close....

Ann

12/7/2021 07:49:58 pm

The message distributed by Peter this evening was a step in the right direction. He or one of his cohorts must be reading this blog. So to the naysayers out there about this blog, it does help and make a difference. It offers a place for the uncensored (by the BOD) voices to be heard. I am glad to see that we were heard on some level. That message that was sent out this evening, would have never been sent, had "someone" not been reading this blog. Lastly, I hope that he really means that he will do his best to "win your trust and confidence by understanding your concerns and suggestions." One can only hope. And time will tell.

No one ever wanted reasons for a recall. Sadly, there were good reasons for it. Whether Peter was actually recalled or not, the ultimate purpose of the recall was for improvement. IF (and I do mean if, because my trust and confidence have not been earned (yet); Peter's message was sincere this evening, then the recall was a success. IF it was sincere, that is IMPROVEMENT and a better tone than pre-recall.

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