An analysis of Wogen's resignation announcement

It has been a long two and a half plus years. When I reflect upon Victor Wogen's resignation announcement from yesterday morning on WLBK, I can't help but think the following:

First, this man is in serious denial, i.e. he really believes that he helped local citizens during his tenure. However, if you listen to the interview closely, he simply cannot share a substantive list of accomplishments to date, and more than once he makes reference to painting a resident's home shortly after taking office.

Secondly, Mr. Wogen didn't resign to focus on his children, rather he's afraid of what the immediate future holds: a possible conviction for misdemeanor battery, and the likelihood that more unpleasant details about his personal and professional life will surface in the wake of his divorce proceedings.

Thirdly, he intentionally sought WLBK to make this announcement because he wanted to frame the story himself. Mr. Wogen has not trusted the Daily Chronicle since it exposed him as a liar after the election in the spring of 2007. Back then they reported the news and he attempted to spin the stories to minimize the political damage.

Fourthly, his 'After School Special' analysis of anonymous blogging is weak - at best. The primary focus of online discussion should always be the credibility of the information provided, not whether a person chooses to use his or her real name when contributing a story comment or a blog post.

Lastly, his criticism of the council demonstrates his lack of insight on the deliberative process. Policymaking is very challenging - it is hard work that often involves study, debate, and compromise on issues that people have strong opinions about. How could Mr. Wogen not know this when he ran for the office of alderman, and why did he bother to stay this long if that's how he really feels?

We could go on about Mr. Wogen, but this seems like a good place to stop. I'm satisfied that he no longer holds the position of alderman and that someone else will have the chance. Let's hope that Mayor Povlsen nominates somebody who is honest, competent, and engaging - somebody who will represent his or her constituents well.

Something for the critics to ponder...

Whenever I read people's criticisms of local 'city watchers', I always think of a popular quote by Margaret Mead that reads as follows: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has." She's right, and therefore, none of us should be waiting for a groundswell of public support. Armed with solid facts and analysis, we must remain steadfast in our belief that we deserve better from public officials. In this situation, we seek to shape public policy as well as restore credibility to our local governing institutions. The only way this will ever happen is if we continue speaking out.

For those new to the blog, please read this post: "Some questions and answers with Wogen Watch". Thank you for stopping by!

The pattern of sleazy behavior continues...

Many of us will never forget the infamous smear mailer that Victor Wogen circulated to Third Ward residents during his campaign in April 2007. If you recall, it included a picture of incumbent Steve Kapitan's house with a list of code violations as well as other comments that painted Mr. Kapitan as pro-gay and a socialist. Then Mr. Wogen lied to the entire community about his knowledge of the mailer, and shortly thereafter, the Daily Chronicle uncovered his dishonesty.

Well, now it appears (in addition to his many other problems - civil and criminal; political, personal, and professional) that Mr. Wogen has been cheating the State of Illinois by not paying tolls when he travels on area interstate highways. As of November 23, 2009, he owed the Illinois Tollway $2,191.10, and if he failed to pay by December 7, 2009, that amount increases to $7,441.10 (to view the official record, click here - and then click the image to enlarge it). So, Mr. Wogen gets to attack Mr. Kapitan for the condition of his (Mr. Kapitan's) home while he (Mr. Wogen) doesn't pay for his use of the toll road?! I don't think so.

Once again, Alderman Wogen is nowhere to be found

Public service can't mean all that much to Alderman Wogen when he misses the last two Committee of the Whole meetings, last two regular council meetings, and the last two Financial Advisory Committee meetings. Someone (i.e. Mayor Povlsen) needs to explain to residents of the Third Ward how they are being represented when Wogen doesn't show up and cannot be reached by email or phone.

From insensitivity to subversion of the U.S. Constitution...

...we simply can't let this slide.

During the council meeting last night, Susan Johnson, the owner of American Title Guarantee, introduced herself by making a disturbing comment with regards to her family's history in the area: "I think I can beat everybody because I've been here - my family chased the Indians out of Afton Township so many years ago that, you know, we've just been here forever." This is beyond offensive - it's morally despicable, really. If you watch the video clip and listen very closely, you'll hear people in the audience laughing, as if genocide is a laughing matter. Ms. Johnson is also a member of the Citizen's Community Enhancement Commission, a commission that has discussed ways to suppress local dissent because the monied interests are afraid of those who question and / or oppose their agenda. So much for the Freedom of Speech.

If you find any of this upsetting, click here and send her a personal message. She needs to hear from you.

Wogen profits from his aldermanic seat

You knew it would only be a matter of time before another scandal broke.

Now, it appears that Alderman Wogen made tens of thousands of dollars last year doing masonry work for the city, and interestingly, local officials paid him in increments that fell below the $20,000 threshold that requires council approval.

How much do you want to bet that City (Mis-)Manager Mark Biernacki is partly responsible for this?

So, why the hell would any local official want to do business with someone who is not only a political hack and known liar, but who also has been sued in the past for shady business dealings?

Could it be a lack of a moral compass? A dysfunctional longing to join Wogen in the nearest gutter?

Furthermore, if the alderman made so much money, then why hasn't he paid his bills?

Lastly, when is Elena Grimm, the city reporter over at the Daily Chronicle, going to start investigating these matters instead of making local bloggers bring them to light?

Please check out this great article: "Alderman ReNews DeKalb for TIF Money," over at City Barbs.

The list of accomplishments still hasn't arrived

Back on September 26th, Wogen Watch issued a challenge to Alderman Wogen by asking him to email in a list of his accomplishments since he took office in May 2007. Not surprisingly, an email hasn't arrived in the two and a half weeks since that post.

Now, either the alderman has been totally absorbed by the problems that he has brought upon himself (e.g. work related and personal lawsuits over the years, his arrest for battery in August, and divorce from his estranged wife) or he knows that he doesn't have any accomplishments to share with people. All of this is totally unacceptable.

If you've ever attended a council meeting or watched one on television, then you know he doesn't offer much of anything either in policy discussions or the ward reports (unless he's making excuses for his living situation - to see the video, click here, and for an analysis, click here). Often he looks like a cross between a school kid who didn't finish his homework and someone who's totally lost on certain issues altogether.

It's nauseating to think there's still one and a half years left in his term because that means constituents won't receive the service they deserve while they wait for the next embarrassing scandal to break.

However, where Alderman Wogen fails miserably to take the initiative, it's encouraging to see that Alderman Gallagher has developed a website where constituents can follow his council activity (for the article in the Daily Chronicle, click here). If you will notice, the site includes not only a "Submit Your Ideas" option, but also an "accomplishments" section.

Remember Slick Vic's now defunct, 2007 campaign site with its empty slogans and gross misrepresentations, complete with preposterous quotes from people like Jill Draves? Speaking of Ms. Draves, does anyone know if she still feels the same way toward Wogen as she did back then?

The Wogen legal update

Beyond the alderman's domestic battery (#2009CM001236) and his divorce (#2009D0002666) cases, he is being sued by U.S. Bank National Association (#2009CH000366) for not paying his bills (this is related to his mortgage foreclosure). In the last of these cases, not only are Slick Vic and his estranged wife Kathy defendants, but also CitiFinancial Services, Inc. and the Northern Illinois Gas Company.

You would think that when someone has major debts to pay over a period of years that he or she would make that a top priority, not running for alderman or playing on a softball team. Responsible people find additional work so as to not put their family members at risk of being homeless. Also, it's interesting that Slick Vic has only secured legal representation for his criminal case and not the other two.

*All of this information is available at the DeKalb County Courthouse in Sycamore, Illinois.

An analysis of Wogen's statement

The following quotes have been taken directly from Alderman Wogen's statement before the City Council on Monday, September 28, 2009.

"I know that being in the public eye that everything is public, but it would be nice to have some privacy, to not get drug through the mud every time something happens to me. I don't expect sympathy from anybody, just a little bit of respect and privacy."

Yes, Alderman Wogen, you are a PUBLIC servant, and that means whatever you do will be held up to PUBLIC scrutiny. Also, it's very telling how everything that goes wrong "happens" to you, as if you don't have any control over your life. YOU lied about the mailer. YOU allegedly pushed your wife. YOU chose not to tell your constituents when YOU originally left the ward. What "happens" to YOU is YOUR fault. Respect?!?!? Where's your respect for Steve Kapitan and the council, your wife and family, your constituents and the city?

"I hate to be nailed down to a date, but I'm trying to get back into the ward as soon as I can. I'm doing my due diligence, trying to find a place that me and my children and my dog can live."

Of course you don't want to be specific about a date because then you'd be on record promising to resolve the matter by a specific deadline - a condition we all know that you wouldn't keep (just like you didn't follow the established conditions when you filed bankruptcy). Moreover, if you don't want people's sympathy and you do want some privacy, then why are you making reference to your children and dog?

"I did check with the City Attorney before I did this. I did check with the state statutes. As the blogs say and the websites say there's no law against - I'm doing nothing absolutely wrong."

When did you speak with the City Attorney and why didn't you come forward about your current address sooner? Furthermore, there is a difference between an act being illegal and it simply being wrong. While it's not illegal to leave the ward without telling your constituents, that doesn't make your course of action right. You had an obligation to tell people, especially since you knew it would take weeks to find a new place to live.

"An example I had is what happens if one of the alderman's houses burned down? What do you do then? It's going to take three to six months to rebuild a home."

Alderman Wogen, are you serious about this analogy? When someone loses his or her home to fire, it is usually unintentional and unexpected (unlike your irresponsible behavior). In addition, the people directly involved are 'victims' because they are displaced and have lost their personal belongings. For you to equate your situation with theirs is insulting.

"So, you know, I understand why people pick on me - I totally understand that, and respect that."

Unfortunately, no you don't, and that's part of the reason why you keep making poor choices that only cause you more public humiliation; assuming that you have a conscience and the capacity to feel embarrassed about what you've done. These words are a blatant attempt to evoke sympathy, to portray yourself as a victim, and communicate a false submission to moral authority. You're being totally disingenuous.

A challenge for the alderman

It's easy for a politician to claim that he or she cares about his or her constituents, but what really matters is how that individual goes about representing the people's interests and helping those in need. This is not a naive ideal, rather a guiding principle for anyone who truly cares about the state of our democracy. Alderman Wogen has held office since May of 2007, and it is unclear what his list of accomplishments are to this point - a list that citizens of the Third Ward are entitled to. Representing your constituents is central to serving on a council, but what's equally important is cultivating relationships through other activities such as volunteer work. If you were victorious in your bid for a local office, wouldn't you make it a priority to assist your neighbors on a regular basis? Wogen Watch challenges the alderman to email in a list of his accomplishments thus far so they can be posted here for the community to read.

The Daily Chronicle should change its name to the Contradictory Chronicle

Something isn't right over at the Daily Chronicle. That doesn't come as a surprise to many people. After publishing two stories about Alderman Wogen - the first on his arrest (notice how the comments section is missing below the article) and the second on his current living situation (that has probably been going on longer than five weeks), they write and print an editorial that defends the hack. Can someone please explain how this makes sense? So, it's alright for them to use Wogen's problems to sell papers (yes, they used him as filler - crime and scandal are easy to report on), but it's wrong for anyone in the community-at-large to be concerned about his behavior?

The stakes are much higher this time around

With an election on the line back in April of 2007, Victor Wogen blatantly lied about his knowledge of the smear mailer that circulated to residents of the Third Ward just before Election Day (he even lied right to people's faces when they questioned him). How did the truth get out? We had to rely on an employee at the Post Office and reporters at the Daily Chronicle to uncover what really happened. Now, it's not illegal to lie in a situation like that - despicable hacks with political ambition do it all of the time, however, it is totally unethical and makes people question your motivations and character.

Fast forward to August of 2009 and you'll find the alderman at the center of yet another controversy - this time accused of committing misdemeanor battery against his wife of all people. According to reports, Wogen claims that all he did is engage in a brief verbal dispute. His wife says otherwise. Just who are we to believe? If you're a reasonable person, then you'll let this case make its way through the judicial process and wait for the outcome. That said, he certainly has more to lose in this scandal, and therefore, a much greater incentive to lie when telling his account of the events that transpired. We all have our own flaws, but do you see a pattern developing here (think back to his other financial and legal problems)? And this is just what we know about...

A thought about the Daily Chronicle's coverage of Wogen's arrest last month

"YOUR TOWNS. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEWSPAPER."

Really?

On Monday, August 17, 2009, the Daily Chronicle printed a story about Alderman Wogen's arrest for allegedly pushing his wife during an argument at their home. Interestingly, the paper did not include a comments section for the online version like it does many of the other stories that it publishes on a regular basis. While the editor gets to decide what will or will not appear in print or online, it's unsettling to think people were denied an immediate forum to discuss the incident (even if they found other places to do so). Wogen Watch feels that it's professionally inconsistent for someone to think a story merits coverage while at the same time denying people the space to respond - especially when the paper is supposed to be for us.

Wogen's supporters are sadly, but not surprisingly, in denial

Yes, denial runs awfully deep my friends. Over the past couple of months, the author(s) of Wogen Watch has (have) read every comment that readers have left. In some cases, I (we) have responded with my (our) own comments that are always signed "-Wogen Watch". If you notice, neither the alderman's supporters or the alderman himself have answered any of the questions presented here or provided any real evidence to refute our claims. What do they offer the Third Ward and City of DeKalb? Nothing more than empty conjecture in the form of excuses and political spin, which is quite common when you're dealing with people who know nothing about serving the public with integrity. Hell, they probably don't know what the word "integrity" means.

While some complain that Wogen Watch operates with anonymity, the main reason is that this site is merely a clearinghouse of information and a forum to promote discussion about Alderman Wogen (and anyone he's connected to politically). I'm (we're) not running for office myself (ourselves), rather keeping an eye on the elected officials who claim to represent our best interests. Does that make this blog as bad as Citizens for a Better Third Ward? No. Wogen Watch is just trying to educate the public and allow people to communicate their views (none of which have been censored thus far). On the other hand, the citizen's group supported the campaign of a lying political hack and may have connections inside city hall thereby creating a real conflict of interest for our local government. By the way, has the alderman come clean about this matter? No, he hasn't, and this isn't surprising given what we know about his character.

People have also expressed concern over my (our) decision to post information about Alderman Wogen's legal and financial business as well as questioning the legitimacy of the letter to the editor his daughter wrote in his defense last spring. First, as citizens of this community, we have a right to know if a candidate (or official) owed the city money, is being sued (by 1. Nicor Gas; 2. H & R Accounts; 3. Lask Roofing & Siding), is on the verge of losing his or her home, has filed for bankruptcy, and gets fired from his or her job - especially when 1) that individual attacked the incumbent over code violations on the incumbent's home...and 2) now will make decisions involving public funds. Secondly, his daughter did send a letter to the local newspaper (with help?) for the entire community to read. Are we supposed to take it seriously? No. Actually, I (we) feel sorry for her because her father created this mess and other family members didn't have the sense to keep her out of it.

So, where does this leave Alderman Wogen? Some local citizens have said that they don't want anything to do with him. The author(s) of this blog agree with that position. I'm (we're) not going to give him the opportunity to feed me (us) another line - another worthless, disingenuous sales pitch coated in sleaze. In many ways, the next three and a half years will be awfully lonely for the guy. After all, how would you feel if everywhere you went in town, people either thought you were a pathetic liar or they associated you with a scandal that many won't soon forget? Wow, that reminds me (us), Corn Fest will be pretty awkward for him this weekend. How much do you want to bet that City Clerk Donna Johnson will be there to give him a big hug in public? Too bad that won't make any of this go away.

Exploring the city clerk's involvement in Wogen-gate

"Jon Zahm, a former candidate for Maple Park village president who runs a political consulting group...declined to say who asked him to write the freedom-of-information request that turned up the information. Zahm's wife, Jennifer Hansen, dropped the request off at the DeKalb City Clerk's Office on April 3...Zahm said he would not name the people affiliated with the group because they felt privacy was necessary and feared possible repercussions if Kapitan was re-elected...According to Zahm, a few people from the group approached him about getting the code violation information. He said some of the members are residents of the 3rd Ward, and others have an interest in the area."

Source: "Political consultant got information for Wogen mailing"

The above quote is very telling indeed. Who would Steve Kapitan of retaliated against had he won the election (and with knowledge of the mailer's origin)? Do you get the feeling that someone at city hall was (more) involved, and that Zahm knows how local citizens would react if they discovered an elected official used his or her office to orchestrate this political attack? Hmmm. Since City Clerk Donna Johnson processed the FOIA request (concerning the code violations on Kapitan's house), one has to wonder if she played a greater role in this whole debacle given her relationship with Alderman Wogen. The more I/we think about the matter, the more disturbing it becomes. After all, Wogen didn't have any political experience. Moreover, he had very little political ambition until this opportunity came along. Someone here in town had to coach the guy into running for office - someone with contempt for Steve Kapitan, knowledge of our local government, and connections to campaign contributions.

Alderman Wogen's pending foreclosure in a broader context

When banks lend money to people with sketchy credit histories - people who can't manage their finances responsibly, the effects can be felt in other parts of the economy. Alderman Wogen isn't just on the verge of putting his own family on the street, he's contributing to a larger national problem with far-reaching implications: market instability. This is yet another reason why "Slick Vic" is nothing more than a sorry hack who's bankrupt on multiple levels - from the personal to the political and everything else in between.

http://www.business-standard.com/smartinvestor/storypage.php?leftnm=0&subLeft=2&chklogin=N&autono=294677&tab=r

Trouble in the mortgage market
SUBPRIME MARKET CRISIS IMPACT: FAQ
Bloomberg Mumbai August 16, 2007

What is happening in the mortgage market?

The riskiest segment of the US mortgage market, which serves borrowers with poor credit histories at high interest rates, has seen rising default rates in recent months.

The Mortgage Bankers Association said lenders began foreclosure against more than one of every 200 US mortgage borrowers in the fourth quarter, a record.

What types of loans are considered 'subprime'?

There are "no doc" loans. That's when you get a loan without giving the lender any documentation about your income. There are also "low doc" loans, or when you get a loan with just a little paperwork about your employment and income.

The number of non-traditional loans extended with low or no documentation jumped from 53.9 percent in 2003 to 65.7 percent in 2005, according to First American Loan Performance, which tallies home mortgage data.

How did this crisis come about?

While subprime mortgages have spread credit more widely and helped more people buy their own homes, critics contend a hot real estate market encouraged lenders to get more aggressive and offer increasingly complicated terms that borrowers did not always fully understand. These risks are being exposed as the housing market cools.

What's happening to the lenders?

Waning demand from investors for home loans has toppled more than 70 mortgage companies and half a dozen hedge funds in the US since the start of last year. Concern over rising defaults has prompted bankers to reduce credit lines for home lenders.

Why is the meltdown among subprime lenders having an impact on the whole US stock market?

There is concern that the crisis could spread to more mainstream lenders and worsen the US housing slowdown. Delinquencies often foreshadow future loan failures and those bad credits could damage other mortgage-backed investments held by a wide range of investors.

Some economists worry that as house prices fall and lenders tighten credit terms, consumers will curb spending and drag down the US economy.

What would be the damages?

The US subprime mortgage crisis will cost credit investors about $150 billion in losses worldwide, according to Calyon, the investment banking unit of Credit Agricole SA, France's third-largest bank by market value.

Foreclosures may reach 20 percent of the $1.3 trillion of subprime mortgages outstanding, according to a research note. Assuming investors can recoup half their investments, losses would be $130 billion, it said.

A further $20 billion could also be lost from the $1 trillion of outstanding Alt-A mortgages offered to borrowers with better credit who fell just short of typical standards. Various other estimates for total subprime losses range from $50 billion to $200 billion, according to the report. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke last month cited potential estimated losses of between $50 billion and $100 billion.

What's the outlook?

Some analysts believe the crisis in the subprime mortgage market could boost the chances of the Federal Reserve cutting its target for benchmark interest rates.

One of the factors driving the poor performance of subprime mortgages has been a series of interest rate increases by the Fed. From 2004 to last summer, benchmark rates rose 4.25 percentage points to 5.25 percent. That has led to a steep rise in payments on adjustable rate mortgages.

"The Fed is aware of the situation, and how raising rates might worsen the situation. " said John Kriz, managing director of real estate finance at Moody's Investors Service, a leading credit ratings agency. "Our view is that it is less likely that rates will rise and more likely they will fall."

The Fed may have done enough after adding $62 billion to the banking system on August 9 and 10 and pledging further funds as necessary, says Dominic Konstam, head of interest-rate strategy at Credit Suisse in New York. Stocks rallied worldwide on Wednesday, while the ECB said today it's optimistic that "market conditions are normalising.''

Additional articles:

- "Many homes lost to foreclosures"
- "Foreclosures Up 55% In First Half Of 2007"
- "Climbing out of foreclosure"

Three strikes for City Clerk Donna Johnson

"...Johnson stated that she would not oppose efforts to make publically available DVDs of meetings..." Source: "Shut Up" on City Barbs, July 29, 2007.

First, City Clerk Donna Johnson processed the FOIA request on Steve Kapitan's home to help make the "smear mailer" that Alderman Wogen distributed to the community before the April 17th election. Then, she sanitized the public comments of concerned citizens who objected to Victor Wogen's campaign tactics when they spoke at council meetings. Now, she's either unaware of, or withholding details about, city policy.

At the Committee of the Whole meeting last night, the city manager's office claimed that making records more available to the public is a strategic goal. This statement follows a letter sent to Lynn Fazekas last week where City Manager Mark Biernacki writes: "Currently, DVDs of any City Council meeting are available for purchase at City Hall for $5.00. This price helps defray the cost of the materials to produce the disk." As far as we know, this policy didn't just take effect.

So, why didn't the city clerk tell Lynn Fazekas when they met in mid/late July? You would think that if city hall is attempting to provide greater access, then all officials would be informed about the changes that have already been made. Is this an oversight, or did she (Donna Johnson) purposely withhold the information so the city could later publicly promote itself in response to the concerns and suggestions of local citizens?

Note: Please read "Council Pre-Watch: Public Access" on City Barbs because it inspired this post.

The night is a draw for Alderman Wogen

Why? During the "REPORTS-COMMUNICATIONS" portion of the regular council meeting he finally made a follow-up statement about the ongoing (?) community projects in the Third Ward. The alderman did encourage people to help out with painting and light carpentry on several homes. However, during the earlier Committee of the Whole Meeting, he voted "yes" to delay the September 1st effective date of the smoking ban out of fear that it would hurt business in local bars and taverns. This is putting economics before public health. Moreover, it flies in the face of the research that has already been done. As Mayor Van Buer pointed out, DeKalb has/had the opportunity to be a leader on this issue, and yet Alderman Wogen chooses money over people's ability to breathe clean air.

For more information on the smoking ban (and the possible creation of a new Class A liquor license): "DeKalb smoking ban still begins Sept. 1"

Almost 90 days of little or nothing

Many credible politicians make it a point to accomplish a list of goals during their first 90 (to 100) days in office. Well, it looks like Alderman Wogen is inept at something else folks: first managing his finances and staying employed, then telling the truth, and now leading the community. Should we be surprised? Not really. If you read the "Reports - Communications" section of the council minutes for May, June, and July, then you will see that Wogen has said very little about the Third Ward (with the exception being the meeting on inauguration night, May 14). Where is the much-needed action he claimed would distinguish him from Steve Kapitan? One would think that if you were taking the initiative and working on projects (like his supporters claim), then you would share this at each meeting - especially since the council convenes every two weeks (which is more than enough time to finish a project or two).

The following quote from his website is rather ironic: "...many 3rd Ward citizens have shared concerns about a twelve year city council incumbent who fails to care for the ward...fails to follow through..."

Is Donna Johnson getting the point? Maybe...maybe not.

Please read the "Citizen Comments" for both the June 11th and June 25th meetings which are now available online. If you notice, the city clerk did a much better job summarizing Ms. Kay Shelton's statement on June 25th than on May 29th. Of course, Shelton spoke about Corn Fest (June 25th) and not Alderman Wogen's campaign (May 29th), so that might explain the difference.

At this point, we still have concerns about Johnson's selective application of Robert's Rules of Order (which is only a guide). It appears that if you make a relatively benign statement, then her summary will be fair. However, if you criticize a family friend and political ally, then you can expect her to break out the bleach so no one (in the future) really understands why you spoke in the first place.

For evidence, please read Mr. John Duerk's official statement before the council and Johnson's summary for the May 29th meeting (found under "Citizen Comments"). You should also read Lynn Fazekas' letter to the Daily Chronicle. We encourage all concerned residents to contact the city clerk about any inadequacy or inconsistency found in the minutes:

Ms. Donna Johnson, City Clerk
City of DeKalb
200 South Fourth Street
Room 213
DeKalb, IL 60115

Ph: 815-748-2095
Email: djohnson@cityofdekalb.com

By the way, we are happy to see that the June 11th minutes FINALLY appear online after having been approved weeks ago.