Yes the title was misleading i was expected someone screaming and swearing and smashing their fist down and being handcuffed and taken away. This was just a passionate man on a fixed income frustrated that he has less to live on after being taxed into poverty. Very understandable i would be mad too..
Yet at the same time he probably drives his neighbors nuts by complaining about the “socialists” when he’s not doing his usual act on front of the council asking “who’s going to pay for this and that” and bitching about his taxes but wants the gov to wipe his ass. Typical.
@@chonasimpson6487 well then he should have found a better job with better retirement plan. I hate these whining boomers who complain about the socialists but want to pay no taxes and get more social security. These people are draining this country and only care about themselves. He’s healthy enough to get a damn job and quit complaining.
@@frankbrennan7040 boomers were handed the most complete infrastructure and schools, paid less taxes than any generations, and let the infrastructure crumble while they insist on the right to anything they want to do on the government dime. And complain about socialism while enjoying the most of the social benefits. Social security was a pyramid scheme, and the older people never paid their share. It’s the most selfish generation the US has seen, and we’ll be better off when they lose all influence over our government.
Why exactly is he “right”? Do you live there, and know the specific allocations of that towns tax dollars? Or did you just get excited because a guy in a camo hat was yelling at a panel of local gov?
“Excited because the guys wearing Camouflage?” Congratulations! You win most idiotic remark of this whole comment thread! How many city council meetings have you been to? This old man aired his complaints in an orderly fashion, and the committee understood and respected his complaints and comments. I have no idea why this UTUBe video deserved it’s description? I’ve been to some where people, no matter how they were dressed, was completely off topic and lost it by verbally attacking the city council. What does what people wear have to do with any of this? What are you, some identity politics liberal who sees a guy wearing camouflage as a white racist trouble maker? I decided to comment because I really wanted to learn a bit about how you think.
Dirk Mielke I implied the initial commenter got excited by the mans demeanor, and attire, instead of the substance of his grievances. He only had $5 left from his SS check after taxes, and apparently you can relate. I can deduce by your placement of “was”, instead of “were”, you two prob went to the same high school.
My brother showed me that all the lights for all directions at a 4 way controlled intersection would turn green at the same time. The city's traffic engineer said it was impossible and he refused to come look for himself as well as saying my brother was probably drunk. This went back and for for a couple of months. So my brother took a video and showed that at a city council meeting. And he told of how the traffic engineer is rude and called my brother a liar.
@@andrewvelonis5940 Why are you putting words in his mouth? He never said he wanted all of those services. He wants tax dollars used wisely. Get a clue.
I’m suspecting that he goes to City Council meetings monthly. His attendance at the City Council meeting is better than all of the Council members. Lol
@jason9022 Yep I hate low unemployment, the market doing amazing, less taxes and more in my paycheck..... I'd keep going but liberals hate the truth. Keep trying to figure out what color you want to dye your hair, wear your skinny jeans, chant like a 5 year old, throw "milk shakes" at others. I have a pussy hat and diaper pin for you, don't worry I'll pay for them since I know how you liberals LOVE FREE STUFF.
You’re a moron. If you want to attract young middle class families you need to have updated infrastructure, roads and parks. At least they are spending taxpayer money on things that benefit the taxpayer. These changes have drastically improved this town.
@@justinthomas144 I see your point. I suppose we have to starve out some of the old to reach the goals huh. Hey we all dont end up wealthy. I suppose maybe the state should have a room with a gun so that people can off themselves. Idk has to be a middle ground somewhere.
The real sad part is how few citizens there are in the audience. A big part of that is that councils hold meetings at inopportune times or the meetings last late into the night. Anyway, everyone reading this should get involved and be attending these meetings.
I agree. Everybody should go sit in on a meeting, they will probably learn something. Nobody seems to understand that the government doesn't "just have" money. Any money they have is taken from tax payers. If the people don't hold them accountable the government can piss it all away then take more. Even if you don't plan to participate you should attend these meetings and learn how things actually work😁🇺🇲
I live in clackamas county, oregon, about 420,000 people live in the county, sometimes the commissioners meeting unless there is some hot button topic there might only be 12 people in the crowd, and half of those people are there on a regular basis. Latley though school board meetings seem to be where the action is though, people talking about masks and vaccines and such.
I live in clcakamas County, Oregon, there are a little over 400,000 people on Clackamas county, I have seen meetings of the Clackamas county commissioners that have had less than 10 people at them unless there was some hot button item on the agenda.
He’s absolutely right! It’s not their money they are throwing around. I’m not on a fixed income, but can’t imagine. They try to make him feel like he’s overreacting. I think more people need to show up & see what their tax’s dollars are paying for!
I agree in part, but disagree also: the members of the City Counsel pay taxes, and the one guy mentioned that he's on Social Security just as the speaker is. Rather than "try to make him feel" (like you can read their minds and his), they are offering additional information. But yes, people should show up at meetings like this. Get involved, or don't complain.
@@tmarnt he did say his wife gets her hair done. I don't know about you but if I'm worrying about $5/mo I'm doing my own hair. This isn't to excuse the council, they are absolutely responsible, and he has every right to hold them accountable. But let's not pretend out guy has been an astute money manager in his personal life up until now. Yes, there's exceptions but the vast majority of people are financially illiterate and spend more than they should.
It doesn't sound like he is standing up for the community at all. He just keeps posting anecdotal evidence and then doesn't even care when the lady said she was going to put him in contact with someone for actual stats. He just wanted to complain about his own plight which had nothing to do with the town. He just sounds like an angry old man.
@@thedayxyz he doesn't even give the lady a chance to get back with him. What the hell are you supposed to do when someone complains constantly. There is always someone who will complain no matter what you do.
@@TheOriginalAndysGarage So people like you don't have to pay a cent? See you're trying to change the subject to the welfare system because you don't want to admit that taxes are necessary, and in most instances, a good thing.
I honestly love the fact that he stood up for what he believed him as far as community I think that’s great I think there needs to be more people that aren’t afraid to use the voice
The main gal has that computer in front of her every time but she can't ever provide any numbers or information! Why do you have a computer if you're not going to have answers and statistics, etc.?
I back the elder gentleman! The idiot that came up after him, and said he was going to be easier on them was actually calling out the first man. He must have a bank full of money, and so money doesn’t affect him. Pretty rude of him to say that if you ask me. These older people living off their $1,000 a month social security just isn’t enough to pay utilities, insurance, gas, food, etc. And then to add all the yearly taxes!!!! UGHH!!!! I feel for them! Hope all the ones making these changes wind up in his seat one day to see how it truly is.
Great job...I'm fifty years of age living in Connecticut and I'm fed up my self. Drowning in taxes. They dont care it not there money. Look at the smirk on the women's face when he finished.
It is a joke, this ass hat is upset cause he is on social security and the cost of living is increasing and he didn't plan his retirement properly and finds his finances tight. Instead of owning up to the fact he didn't handle retirement correctly through out his life he makes it everyone else's problems. This guy's a joke who was an idiot with his money and now is pissed about it
@@kimberlyhardin8034 it's called long term disability insurance, savings, retirement planning, insurance. There's products out there to prevent this from happening. People just don't want to pay for them and then when it happens they bitch and gripe that they don't get enough like this bozo. You are responsible for you, it's like someone who doesn't have homeowners insurance who loses their house to a fire and then turns to the public or who ever for money cause they didn't wanna pay the 800 annually for a homeowners policy. This guys a clown
Walk a mile in this mans shoes. Then you will know his situation. You dont know this man or his finances. Hes got a libel bitch here. Its not because he didnt handel his s**t right.God only knows whats planned for him. Not you and your b.s. he could wake up a cripple and all the planning in the world doesnt matter.
@@kimberlyhardin8034 I'd walk a mile in his shoes so long as I could start in the beginning. If you think there aren't ways to protect yourself from tragic events then you're doing yourself and anyone else who you talk to a disservice. Religion has 0 to do with it. Sometimes you need to help yourself and it isn't free, instead of getting a coffee every day this guy should have bought a disability policy or put his money towards retirement and if he wants that coffee so damn bad, get a better job. If this is how he intended to wind down his life then stay in your lane and live in your means, don't become so bitter and hateful as he has. He has nobody or nothing to blame but himself for his situation.
@@chriswincek8672 Exactly. There should be no city, county, or state run golf courses at the *least*, especially within the city limits. Or just outright ban it period, but that's aiming high. If a golf course is in or near a downtown that's massively wasteful and would be better off as housing, retail, office, greenspace, etc. instead.
Elmer fudd here can bitch all day but offer no solutions, he doesn't like paying for schools but got a free education himself I suppose. Society costs money and that is necessary. Did he ever run for the council? Maybe he should have spent less on his wardrobe and saved some money or worked somewhere that provided a pension.
I live up North in Grand Rapids, they’ve increased my property taxes over 100 percent in 3 years! I’m already taxed out of my home. As soon as my wife retires, we’re in the poor house paying a mortgage to the City. School Referendums and round abouts. This state isn’t fit to live in anymore but we’re stuck here for now. Soon the Americans will all be refugees looking for a good future.
Not only does this guy do what he should, but the council is surprisingly good. They actually listen and acknowledge him and hear his concerns. What a lucky city to have them
The sad part is that this guy should maybe be on the board or on a committee and they just placate him and thats ridiculous. People like this should be govt officials or politicians because this Bloke actually cares about the town he lives in and pays attention to what really goes on. Most just spend money because they think if they dont spend it they wont get more . all that without mentioning the behind the scene monies
We had good city people on our bord they push them out because they don't want to go along with the conning of the masses rich people.own nothing but control everything middle class own everything but control nothing so who has all the assets and who are they conning you understand now
1:35 “It’s the way life works“. The condescending arrogance of this “public servant” is unconscionable. How did it work out with Marie Antoinette a quarter millennial goal. Our forefathers gave their lives for us to have self rule and liberty, wind up with an earth-based carbon unit at the levers of power?
They past him off real easy like he dont matter to do their agenda but sounded as he knew facts and what he was talking about. People need to remember how they pass the buck real easy when they go vote!
I know what you're talking about. They never seem to have a single practical solution to all the alleged awful ills they gripe about. Just miserable complaint after complaint and always seeing the glass half empty.
I can see the council members.... "Shut up, plebe! What do you know about living within your means?! What do you know about govt?! Oh, wait...." Never start a fight with an old man....he's old for a reason. Kudos, sir.
@Nice Guy Eddie yeah right, you guys have the worst education systems in the world. You couldn't pay me to put my kids through those shit schools. If you don't want to end up like this jackass who was financially irresponsible his whole life and didn't save for his retirement correctly, go to school, get a job, get yourself a retirement plan. Just cause he lived his whole life pissing his money away doesn't mean it's anyone else's problems but his. This guy can't afford it? Be a fucking greeter at Walmart ya scrub. Not our issue you can't plan your life out correctly
The lady w the spray tan and costume jewelry has a smug face at the end. She defers yet wants to interject. This gentlemen has a fine point. This happens nationwide. According to the other mouth 'that's the way life works', for who? The ones w interest and egos?
its the way life works that cocky councilor says in response to wasting tax payer money...trump should fire all of these obnoxious wastes of spaces..and then we can all say..thats the way life works too..
He's right about everything except taking the Lord's name in vain. Everything is going up--taxes, food prices, health insurance, home owner's insurance. Everything is going up BUT wages and social security. Something needs to be done. It's going on everywhere, not just in his town!
The bureaucrats just looked at him with a smug grin and thought, "yeah, so what if we tax you out of your home. I'm getting what I want so who cares what happens to you"?
One main problem with government is they know squat about how to make any project work. They only know how run their mouth and make excuses while passing the buck.
This Bull Shit happens in every City. I am proud to say that I have been thrown out of City Council and School Board meetings more than once. The politicians forget that we are the owners of everything that we pay taxes on.
Um, close but not quite. To govern is to control. So what's that "ment" part? Well, it means "mind" and this is proved as it is the basis of the word mental. Government is mind control. Once the people stop listening, government becomes irrelevant and sometimes strung up for their abuses. It just takes a critical mass of The Herd to stop listening to them, stop complying with their orders and mandates and rules for you and me that they don't follow (do as I say but not as I do, the liberal makes rules that apply not to them but to you). Once that happens, it's over. Government collapses and the people can choose a new way.
I DON’T AGREE NOR DO I UNDERSTAND WHY THIS VIDEO SAYS” THIS GUY TOTALLY LOSSES IT”? Just because he’s frustrated? He doesn’t call anyone names, yell or show disrespect! Although frustrated, This old man aired his complaints in an orderly fashion, and the committee understood his complaints and comments with the respect due to an elderly man whose been a citizen there for over 50 years! Isn’t it quite normal to want to voice ones everyday frustrations that have built up every day for years? I suppose the other haters on this long comment thread hate old white retired men who, living on S.S. using their rights as long term citizens of the city? I can’t believe some wrote derogatory remarks by white men in camouflage! I bet you anything the old man has voted Democrat most of his life.
This is an excellent example of why Council members are usually discouraged to engage with people during public comment sessions. Let them rant for the allotted time and move on. If they want to run for city council they can go ahead and run.
The one councilmember mumbled "that's the way life is" when this guy was talking about the road project over budget. What kind of response is that? "Project went over budget and we spent more of your money. I don't know why. That's the way life is." And we're just supposed to shrug and go along with it? Bad.
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That was not a “melt down”. That was a frustrated man on a fixed income keeping his local government accountable.
Yes the title was misleading i was expected someone screaming and swearing and smashing their fist down and being handcuffed and taken away. This was just a passionate man on a fixed income frustrated that he has less to live on after being taxed into poverty. Very understandable i would be mad too..
Yet at the same time he probably drives his neighbors nuts by complaining about the “socialists” when he’s not doing his usual act on front of the council asking “who’s going to pay for this and that” and bitching about his taxes but wants the gov to wipe his ass. Typical.
@@chonasimpson6487 well then he should have found a better job with better retirement plan. I hate these whining boomers who complain about the socialists but want to pay no taxes and get more social security. These people are draining this country and only care about themselves. He’s healthy enough to get a damn job and quit complaining.
Seniors paid taxes a life time when they get older should get a break,from school taxes,parks they all do what they want !
@@frankbrennan7040 boomers were handed the most complete infrastructure and schools, paid less taxes than any generations, and let the infrastructure crumble while they insist on the right to anything they want to do on the government dime.
And complain about socialism while enjoying the most of the social benefits.
Social security was a pyramid scheme, and the older people never paid their share.
It’s the most selfish generation the US has seen, and we’ll be better off when they lose all influence over our government.
The guy has had enough! And he is right in being frustrated. People should LISTEN instead of smirk. He deserves respect!
Atleast theres someone out there with some since in their head
Why exactly is he “right”? Do you live there, and know the specific allocations of that towns tax dollars? Or did you just get excited because a guy in a camo hat was yelling at a panel of local gov?
“Excited because the guys wearing Camouflage?” Congratulations! You win most idiotic remark of this whole comment thread! How many city council meetings have you been to? This old man aired his complaints in an orderly fashion, and the committee understood and respected his complaints and comments. I have no idea why this UTUBe video deserved it’s description? I’ve been to some where people, no matter how they were dressed, was completely off topic and lost it by verbally attacking the city council. What does what people wear have to do with any of this? What are you, some identity politics liberal who sees a guy wearing camouflage as a white racist trouble maker? I decided to comment because I really wanted to learn a bit about how you think.
Dirk Mielke I implied the initial commenter got excited by the mans demeanor, and attire, instead of the substance of his grievances. He only had $5 left from his SS check after taxes, and apparently you can relate. I can deduce by your placement of “was”, instead of “were”, you two prob went to the same high school.
My brother showed me that all the lights for all directions at a 4 way controlled intersection would turn green at the same time. The city's traffic engineer said it was impossible and he refused to come look for himself as well as saying my brother was probably drunk. This went back and for for a couple of months. So my brother took a video and showed that at a city council meeting. And he told of how the traffic engineer is rude and called my brother a liar.
Money is so poorly spent and has only gotten worse. This gentleman deserves a handshake and a cup of hot Joe on me!
The city council just informed us that they raising taxes on both!
Sounds like he needed a better paying job..........
Perfect example of government thinking your money is theirs. More people need to be like this guy. Just say NO MORE !
Perfect example of "I want public services and facilities, but I don't want to pay for them"
And people complain about "millenials".
He got nothing but bullshit from those clowns. He didn’t get a straight answer from any of them.
@@andrewvelonis5940 Why are you putting words in his mouth? He never said he wanted all of those services. He wants tax dollars used wisely. Get a clue.
@@MrJamberee Sometimes there isn't a straight answer.
Welcome to Minnesooooota
"I'll be easier on you"
No don't go easy on them. If we had more people like him then maybe things would get better
Hello! Although you may need to expect regular vacations afterwards! i.e.,possibly every couple of weeks!
I’m suspecting that he goes to City Council meetings monthly. His attendance at the City Council meeting is better than all of the Council members. Lol
Well at least he is fucking trying to stand up for somthing...
DON Trump yea, the dangerous entry to Dairy Queen lol.
He probably does. It's the job of the town not the elected officials to run the town, county,state and country. Citizens forget this.
He should go back to school and learn how his social security is administered
@@jjones6233 LOL..
Feel the same about the whole country no accountability
@jason9022 you are an idiot!
@jason9022 Yep I hate low unemployment, the market doing amazing, less taxes and more in my paycheck..... I'd keep going but liberals hate the truth. Keep trying to figure out what color you want to dye your hair, wear your skinny jeans, chant like a 5 year old, throw "milk shakes" at others. I have a pussy hat and diaper pin for you, don't worry I'll pay for them since I know how you liberals LOVE FREE STUFF.
@@ashleyalten7416 that was awesome Ashley!
@@andrewdwight3443 Thank you Andrew!
@Kellybeme 927 so well put. I hope more people see this message
Good on this guy. Not all heros wear capes.
AequitasSaints They wear camo!
You’re a moron. If you want to attract young middle class families you need to have updated infrastructure, roads and parks. At least they are spending taxpayer money on things that benefit the taxpayer. These changes have drastically improved this town.
@@justinthomas144 I see your point. I suppose we have to starve out some of the old to reach the goals huh. Hey we all dont end up wealthy. I suppose maybe the state should have a room with a gun so that people can off themselves. Idk has to be a middle ground somewhere.
Heroes can spell 'heroes'
AequitasSaints not all comments are ripoffs...
Keep it up Ron! Don't miss a meeting! Make him take you to Dairy Queen for lunch when you're headed back eastbound from the ballfield!
They have good blizzards. Old guy needs one.
The real sad part is how few citizens there are in the audience. A big part of that is that councils hold meetings at inopportune times or the meetings last late into the night. Anyway, everyone reading this should get involved and be attending these meetings.
I agree. Everybody should go sit in on a meeting, they will probably learn something. Nobody seems to understand that the government doesn't "just have" money. Any money they have is taken from tax payers. If the people don't hold them accountable the government can piss it all away then take more. Even if you don't plan to participate you should attend these meetings and learn how things actually work😁🇺🇲
I live in clackamas county, oregon, about 420,000 people live in the county, sometimes the commissioners meeting unless there is some hot button topic there might only be 12 people in the crowd, and half of those people are there on a regular basis. Latley though school board meetings seem to be where the action is though, people talking about masks and vaccines and such.
I live in clcakamas County, Oregon, there are a little over 400,000 people on Clackamas county, I have seen meetings of the Clackamas county commissioners that have had less than 10 people at them unless there was some hot button item on the agenda.
We need a lot more people like this guy
This is the most generic comment
@@nicolemonrue as generic as your hair who are you trying to fool with that
He’s absolutely right! It’s not their money they are throwing around. I’m not on a fixed income, but can’t imagine. They try to make him feel like he’s overreacting. I think more people need to show up & see what their tax’s dollars are paying for!
I agree in part, but disagree also: the members of the City Counsel pay taxes, and the one guy mentioned that he's on Social Security just as the speaker is. Rather than "try to make him feel" (like you can read their minds and his), they are offering additional information.
But yes, people should show up at meetings like this. Get involved, or don't complain.
There is no such word as "tax's" bud.
"That's the way life works." Spending your money.
I would’ve flipped out after he said that! That shows u how much they care about citizens.
Seriously. They don't get to go over budget and then the taxpayer has to pay for it.
@@tmarnt he did say his wife gets her hair done. I don't know about you but if I'm worrying about $5/mo I'm doing my own hair. This isn't to excuse the council, they are absolutely responsible, and he has every right to hold them accountable. But let's not pretend out guy has been an astute money manager in his personal life up until now. Yes, there's exceptions but the vast majority of people are financially illiterate and spend more than they should.
BINGO!!
Must be hard to move around with balls that large. This man is standing up for his community. Mad respect.
It doesn't sound like he is standing up for the community at all. He just keeps posting anecdotal evidence and then doesn't even care when the lady said she was going to put him in contact with someone for actual stats. He just wanted to complain about his own plight which had nothing to do with the town. He just sounds like an angry old man.
Derrian Deshotel holy fuck you are dumb as shit.
LOL that was so awesome!!! He has big balls. lol
@@arkke7465 he stated multiple times that nobody gets back to him.
@@thedayxyz he doesn't even give the lady a chance to get back with him. What the hell are you supposed to do when someone complains constantly. There is always someone who will complain no matter what you do.
That's true everywhere they spend our money like it grows on trees
That's how the rich do it
They gotta pay for schools and roads somehow, right? How do you propose they do it?
@@jeffrowisdabest have all the welfare people fix the roads
@@TheOriginalAndysGarage So people like you don't have to pay a cent? See you're trying to change the subject to the welfare system because you don't want to admit that taxes are necessary, and in most instances, a good thing.
She never has numbers. Again
We all need to do what this citizen is doing! Make our elected leaders tow the line !!!
It's "toe the line" bud...
George Washington what happens when you voice comment BUD ! You get my point BUD ?
@@davieb68 yeah, you're full of bullshit...
I wish we had a dedicated citizen of our city like this man! ✊
I honestly love the fact that he stood up for what he believed him as far as community I think that’s great I think there needs to be more people that aren’t afraid to use the voice
The main gal has that computer in front of her every time but she can't ever provide any numbers or information! Why do you have a computer if you're not going to have answers and statistics, etc.?
So she can hide behind it and act as if she is super important for having a computer there.
She's hot.
She's the main bullshit artist up there.
I moved down south. Most states up north are going down hill. I guess that's why Chuck shumer has a job in liberal Yankee nyc
you moved down here to start it down here. Gee Thanks!!!@@jerryberry396
This guy is awsome. Id be the same way. City council members should take a pay cut to cover bill.
Yes no more whore houses
I back the elder gentleman! The idiot that came up after him, and said he was going to be easier on them was actually calling out the first man. He must have a bank full of money, and so money doesn’t affect him. Pretty rude of him to say that if you ask me. These older people living off their $1,000 a month social security just isn’t enough to pay utilities, insurance, gas, food, etc. And then to add all the yearly taxes!!!! UGHH!!!! I feel for them! Hope all the ones making these changes wind up in his seat one day to see how it truly is.
He has a pony tail what you expect?
yeah and if u noticed the while time that guy had a smirk on his face the whole time he was talking.
Great job...I'm fifty years of age living in Connecticut and I'm fed up my self. Drowning in taxes. They dont care it not there money. Look at the smirk on the women's face when he finished.
It is a joke, this ass hat is upset cause he is on social security and the cost of living is increasing and he didn't plan his retirement properly and finds his finances tight. Instead of owning up to the fact he didn't handle retirement correctly through out his life he makes it everyone else's problems. This guy's a joke who was an idiot with his money and now is pissed about it
@@kimberlyhardin8034 it's called long term disability insurance, savings, retirement planning, insurance. There's products out there to prevent this from happening. People just don't want to pay for them and then when it happens they bitch and gripe that they don't get enough like this bozo. You are responsible for you, it's like someone who doesn't have homeowners insurance who loses their house to a fire and then turns to the public or who ever for money cause they didn't wanna pay the 800 annually for a homeowners policy. This guys a clown
Walk a mile in this mans shoes. Then you will know his situation. You dont know this man or his finances. Hes got a libel bitch here. Its not because he didnt handel his s**t right.God only knows whats planned for him. Not you and your b.s. he could wake up a cripple and all the planning in the world doesnt matter.
Conn is the tax state for sure. Now that Monty got elected it's gonna be even worse!!!
@@kimberlyhardin8034 I'd walk a mile in his shoes so long as I could start in the beginning. If you think there aren't ways to protect yourself from tragic events then you're doing yourself and anyone else who you talk to a disservice. Religion has 0 to do with it. Sometimes you need to help yourself and it isn't free, instead of getting a coffee every day this guy should have bought a disability policy or put his money towards retirement and if he wants that coffee so damn bad, get a better job. If this is how he intended to wind down his life then stay in your lane and live in your means, don't become so bitter and hateful as he has. He has nobody or nothing to blame but himself for his situation.
Give em Hell Ron!
"We never get to vote on this stuff"
I'll bet the golf course had to close because the city looted the income from the course.
Or because it's a severe waste of resources. Nice try tho
Prime area for real estate.....more taxpayers to rob while they get their wheels greased by the big builders
Taxes were too high, they folded under the weight of operation costs.
@@chriswincek8672 I'm not sure what point you're trying to make.
@@chriswincek8672 Exactly. There should be no city, county, or state run golf courses at the *least*, especially within the city limits.
Or just outright ban it period, but that's aiming high. If a golf course is in or near a downtown that's massively wasteful and would be better off as housing, retail, office, greenspace, etc. instead.
I love this guy!!!
Because you are gay man
Fuck you mr. Gay hater
Eww you love a guy sick! 😂
This is what we all need to be doing? Ask where our tax money is going?
They'll makeup some b.s. reason they needed it.
Most of it goes to kill people in the middle east presently.
Elmer fudd here can bitch all day but offer no solutions, he doesn't like paying for schools but got a free education himself I suppose. Society costs money and that is necessary. Did he ever run for the council? Maybe he should have spent less on his wardrobe and saved some money or worked somewhere that provided a pension.
It is amazing that a government employee can use so many words, but say nothing.
Create all the accountability you can. The smirks they give are disgusting. They should be replaced. All of these topics are great focus points.
Americans hate paying taxes, its enough to make you feel like throwing your tea in the harbour, lol! 😂👍🇬🇧.
I live up North in Grand Rapids, they’ve increased my property taxes over 100 percent in 3 years! I’m already taxed out of my home. As soon as my wife retires, we’re in the poor house paying a mortgage to the City. School Referendums and round abouts. This state isn’t fit to live in anymore but we’re stuck here for now. Soon the Americans will all be refugees looking for a good future.
Rich people need your tax money to buy more shiney stuff
Not only does this guy do what he should, but the council is surprisingly good. They actually listen and acknowledge him and hear his concerns. What a lucky city to have them
The sad part is that this guy should maybe be on the board or on a committee and they just placate him and thats ridiculous. People like this should be govt officials or politicians because this Bloke actually cares about the town he lives in and pays attention to what really goes on. Most just spend money because they think if they dont spend it they wont get more . all that without mentioning the behind the scene monies
We had good city people on our bord they push them out because they don't want to go along with the conning of the masses rich people.own nothing but control everything middle class own everything but control nothing so who has all the assets and who are they conning you understand now
this poor man is confused , he is expecting some accountability
from a bunch of pencil pushers
Love it man...A citizen giving the what for to a city council ! NOW THAT IS AN AMERICAN
Danielle Dykgraaf yup. People really commenting some IGNORANT things. Thats a fuckin AMERICAN right there. Proud of it too
1:35 “It’s the way life works“. The condescending arrogance of this “public servant” is unconscionable. How did it work out with Marie Antoinette a quarter millennial goal. Our forefathers gave their lives for us to have self rule and liberty, wind up with an earth-based carbon unit at the levers of power?
Omg I love this bloke. He is a star 🌟
This is far from a meltdown. Guy is fed up. And who wouldn't be fed up with all the double talk.
Ron’s right, problem is the council won’t answer his questions, they want to refer him to someone not present. Imagine that !!!
STEALING UR MONEY, MISAPROPREATING UR MONEY'S.
Garry West dictionary is so easy to use
Seems to be your teacher stole yours too ...my god
They squander money away and overcharge for everything
"Meltdown", my butt.
simon tills if this is a melt down in pretty sure I've had 5 meltdowns this last week
Tr4ns D0n4ld lol yeah
“I’ll be easier on you”, one liberal to another!!
Poor little snowflake. Thank God our forefathers weren't conservatives. If they were anything like you are we'd still be bowing to the crown.
@Funk Enstein does your mommy know you're using the internet? Poor little kid.
Chris Wincek yeah, you’re pretty dumb man. Or at least you say dumb things sometimes.
@@MrMann-gt1eh .... not a man
Exactly... probably Bernie Sanders transgender brother
Just like a politician to answer with, “that’s life” instead of actually showing why and where the money has been allocated.
More people need to show up at your local lvl meetings like this and let them know how displeased you really are with them.
I can't quite make him out because of his camouflage!
Come to Connecticut Mr. Ron LOL Your head would explode
Typical representatives. I feel this guy’s pain.
One will always spend someone else’s money more freely than they would spend their own.
They past him off real easy like he dont matter to do their agenda but sounded as he knew facts and what he was talking about. People need to remember how they pass the buck real easy when they go vote!
We have people like this where I live they complain non stop, they go to every meeting, but he will not run for office.
I know what you're talking about. They never seem to have a single practical solution to all the alleged awful ills they gripe about. Just miserable complaint after complaint and always seeing the glass half empty.
This is one of those guy for who no answer is good enough because it's not exactly what he wants to hear.
You must be another Democrat
They never cut unneeded waste they just raise taxes.
🤔 Anyone thinking about a political career should watch this before becoming a candidate for public office.
Yeah. People should he aware that they’ll get blamed for things that might have nothing to do with them
I can see the council members....
"Shut up, plebe! What do you know about living within your means?! What do you know about govt?! Oh, wait...."
Never start a fight with an old man....he's old for a reason.
Kudos, sir.
Visited Florida in 1992 and was bored so put TV on an watched a city council meeting for first time , it was must see tv !
City Council meetings are no
different than Big Government,
No Accountability.
Wanna live where there are low taxes, limited to no federal government, high religious morals, and no gun laws? Great, move to Afganistan.
Afghanistan? Seriously? Have you been there?
@Nice Guy Eddie yeah right, you guys have the worst education systems in the world. You couldn't pay me to put my kids through those shit schools. If you don't want to end up like this jackass who was financially irresponsible his whole life and didn't save for his retirement correctly, go to school, get a job, get yourself a retirement plan. Just cause he lived his whole life pissing his money away doesn't mean it's anyone else's problems but his. This guy can't afford it? Be a fucking greeter at Walmart ya scrub. Not our issue you can't plan your life out correctly
Please do not come to Southwest, Utah.
Exactly!
@Nice Guy Eddie
The southern states are being subsidized by the blue states.
The lady w the spray tan and costume jewelry has a smug face at the end. She defers yet wants to interject. This gentlemen has a fine point. This happens nationwide. According to the other mouth 'that's the way life works', for who? The ones w interest and egos?
Did you mean to say “custom”?
That' s life? Then resign your council seat if you can't help.
Typical city politicians… she the worst
Need him for PRESIDENT
This man has his ducks in a row and he's on a mission
He needs a life.....
its the way life works that cocky councilor says in response to wasting tax payer money...trump should fire all of these obnoxious wastes of spaces..and then we can all say..thats the way life works too..
It sounds like HE should be on council. He certainly knows what’s going on. This isn’t a meltdown…it’s a showdown!
When he questioned the road being over budget the other guy with the power said that's the way life works. Just wow.
He's right about everything except taking the Lord's name in vain. Everything is going up--taxes, food prices, health insurance, home owner's insurance. Everything is going up BUT wages and social security. Something needs to be done. It's going on everywhere, not just in his town!
taking the Lord's name in vain......
Just shut up.
thats the way life works? that guy needs to meet Mr Tar and Mr Feather
I’m waiting for the lady in white to say “ we will circle back on that one”
He’s frustrated that he cannot afford the $100 here and there, while the government is oblivious and just wants to spend more of your money
Right on dude corruption starts in the lowest forms of government and works its way to the highest level of government it is what it is
I didn't see anyone having a melt down, I'm I looking at the wrong video or what?
4:50
I was waiting for a meltdown too. All I saw was a guy speaking his mind and wanting answers.
The bureaucrats just looked at him with a smug grin and thought, "yeah, so what if we tax you out of your home. I'm getting what I want so who cares what happens to you"?
The man that wears a camo hat and jacket is always going to be a nuisance and not understand how life actually works.
That lady councilwoman has nice arms
Love Minnesota don’t cha know
Should have asked what they were doing to drop our taxes.
Typical politicians. !!! They don’t care
God bless this man! And shame on these condescending council members.
#WeStandWithRon
One main problem with government is they know squat about how to make any project work. They only know how run their mouth and make excuses while passing the buck.
Just imagine how many things could be accomplished if our tax money was spent more efficiently.
This Bull Shit happens in every City.
I am proud to say that I have been thrown out of City Council and School Board meetings more than once. The politicians forget that we are the owners of everything that we pay taxes on.
And you forget that the so-called "politicians" live in the same cit, county and country that you do, and pay taxes.
Love this guy:) Tell em Buddy!!!
That is a Complaint ??? What did he say ???
All I heard was they need time to adjust to a yellow light.
I was laughing till I finally realized his frustration.
The word government means “to control”. If only people would realize that.
Um, close but not quite. To govern is to control. So what's that "ment" part? Well, it means "mind" and this is proved as it is the basis of the word mental. Government is mind control. Once the people stop listening, government becomes irrelevant and sometimes strung up for their abuses. It just takes a critical mass of The Herd to stop listening to them, stop complying with their orders and mandates and rules for you and me that they don't follow (do as I say but not as I do, the liberal makes rules that apply not to them but to you). Once that happens, it's over. Government collapses and the people can choose a new way.
I DON’T AGREE NOR DO I UNDERSTAND WHY THIS VIDEO SAYS” THIS GUY TOTALLY LOSSES IT”? Just because he’s frustrated? He doesn’t call anyone names, yell or show disrespect! Although frustrated, This old man aired his complaints in an orderly fashion, and the committee understood his complaints and comments with the respect due to an elderly man whose been a citizen there for over 50 years! Isn’t it quite normal to want to voice ones everyday frustrations that have built up every day for years? I suppose the other haters on this long comment thread hate old white retired men who, living on S.S. using their rights as long term citizens of the city? I can’t believe some wrote derogatory remarks by white men in camouflage! I bet you anything the old man has voted Democrat most of his life.
This is an excellent example of why Council members are usually discouraged to engage with people during public comment sessions. Let them rant for the allotted time and move on. If they want to run for city council they can go ahead and run.
“My wife gets her hair done down da road at a lil place called McDonalds”
How about an exemption for people who are in a fixed income?
We need to let politicians know that THEY WORK FOR US!
That is a Patriot who has had enough! Hoorah!
This is why I live off grid and away from the idiocy of local government.
Anarchy is the only solution
It’ll never work. Way to many bootlickers
Taking care of the MUSLIMS
The one councilmember mumbled "that's the way life is" when this guy was talking about the road project over budget. What kind of response is that? "Project went over budget and we spent more of your money. I don't know why. That's the way life is." And we're just supposed to shrug and go along with it? Bad.
The man sitting on board saying he got no raise while he has HIS HAND IN YOUR POCKET .
It's always "we are looking into it Ron". Never a straight answer . We are all Ron.
I bet hes happy about the muslims in office too. Lol
Government doesn’t even pretend to give a fuck anymore
The only thing they hear from Ron is Blaa Blaa Blaa.