tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post948612684685715162..comments2024-03-28T16:10:21.456-04:00Comments on Lehigh Valley Ramblings: Bethlehem Tp Appoints Howard Kutzler Interim Comm'r Bernie O'Harehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-89121064989484350782021-09-18T20:34:26.904-04:002021-09-18T20:34:26.904-04:00God speed Howard you can beat this
Thoughts and P...God speed Howard you can beat this<br /><br />Thoughts and Prayers to youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-34936829569905257222017-08-02T14:03:27.001-04:002017-08-02T14:03:27.001-04:00It is West Virginia University to be correct. Jus...It is West Virginia University to be correct. Just had to point out the minor mistake, but not to be a wiseguy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-67536887958745158722017-08-02T09:52:53.840-04:002017-08-02T09:52:53.840-04:00MM, In case you haven't noticed , the primary ...MM, In case you haven't noticed , the primary objective of this post is to provide the reader with actual facts based on attendance at a meeting. I make no pretense at objectivity, preferring to be honest. The primary objective of most of your posts is to provide readers with opinions based on misinformation from meetings you no longer attend and research you fail to do. While disguising yourself as nonpartisan or objective, the reality is much different. i allowed you one comment but no more.you will be deleted from this point.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-64203142001755005912017-08-02T09:15:46.751-04:002017-08-02T09:15:46.751-04:00To the person "curious" about why I am c...To the person "curious" about why I am concerned about a "planner for Jaindl" being appointed commissioner and the impact on Green Pond: First, Jaindl is a DEVELOPER. Anyone who works for him wants to DEVELOP. Forget about "open space." My hope for Green Pond is that it remains Green Pond. I prefer that Traditions respects a crucial environmental area (I think you know that already). I realize I sound ridiculous - it's about money. North, south, golf course, ponds, they don't care. Don't get me wrong, I love money. I'm actually a Republican. I have a dream that a "Tradition of America" could actually mean respect for natural resources. I know, I know, I'm dreaming...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-85290137291120911302017-08-02T08:05:36.799-04:002017-08-02T08:05:36.799-04:00Textbook BT politics. All the players and power br...Textbook BT politics. All the players and power brokers tweeting in and everything. If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck.<br /><br />Wondering how long until there is friction with the manager and staff. I see a couple of retirements and resignations coming up.<br /><br />Business as usual in that township.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-43435769469441340052017-08-02T07:54:21.344-04:002017-08-02T07:54:21.344-04:00A "planner for Jaindl" tells us a lot. G...A "planner for Jaindl" tells us a lot. Gee, I wonder how he feels about Traditions of America getting ready to plow Green Pond?<br /><br />I am curious about this. Do you prefer that Traditions builds on the northern tract of land and the golf course stays open or would you prefer that another developer close the gold course and build on the entire northern and southern tracts. Those are the options as I understand it. Unless the Township or County buy the land you can't stop a landowner from selling the property.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-23335453539518519902017-08-02T06:53:03.091-04:002017-08-02T06:53:03.091-04:00this comment will have a short shelf life, when b...this comment will have a short shelf life, when bernie sees it. he criticizes anonymous comments, but then deletes signed ones he disagrees with? mr. kutzler became South Whitehall manager by default, when jon hammer left. when you had that position, then take a job with the biggest developer in the township, it raised more than a few eyebrows. while that statement is innuendo, here's a fact. under his tenure the township continues to attempt to sidestep the residents desire to keep wehr's dam and accommodate the wildlands conservancy, which essentially dictates their park policy, and wants the dam demolished.<br /><br />furthermore, the morning call refuses to print my expose on this controversy.<br /><br />this post will be deleted by o'haremichael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-35782549277350916922017-08-02T05:17:03.473-04:002017-08-02T05:17:03.473-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-25261225882114740212017-08-01T22:20:35.317-04:002017-08-01T22:20:35.317-04:00I saw him this evening at BT's National Night ...I saw him this evening at BT's National Night Out. He said he'd be happy to meet with you and answer all your questions. His email is kutzler@yahoo.com . But my guess is you won't do that. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-51860137382795722342017-08-01T22:19:58.524-04:002017-08-01T22:19:58.524-04:00Good question, Howard?Good question, Howard?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-4810982247657757302017-08-01T22:15:22.638-04:002017-08-01T22:15:22.638-04:00A "planner for Jaindl" tells us a lot. G...A "planner for Jaindl" tells us a lot. Gee, I wonder how he feels about Traditions of America getting ready to plow Green Pond? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-86004624314871402242017-08-01T17:09:03.154-04:002017-08-01T17:09:03.154-04:00Howard told me last night that he would recuse him...Howard told me last night that he would recuse himself, and in writing, in the event of a conflict. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-66803324248087104402017-08-01T16:22:20.470-04:002017-08-01T16:22:20.470-04:00I knew a few of the names that were considered. T...I knew a few of the names that were considered. Those that I did are good folks.<br /><br />Congratulations to Howard. He brings an obvious wealth of knowledge and expertise to step right into the role. He will do quite well. Having been staff, management, and now BOC, the hardest part initially will likely just be everyone along that same chain of command being mindful of everyone's current roles. But I don't see that as a problem. Howard has long invested in our/his community on a personal level, not just employment, and cares very much for Bethlehem Township. I see this as a natural progression for him.<br /><br />Re some of criticisms, to be short: in the big picture of planning some areas are mapped out to be residential, some areas should be conserved, and other areas--like the Rte 33 corridor-- are appropriate for development to broaden the tax base and enhance amenities available to residents. Once the temporary inconveniences of construction are finished most will admit they enjoy the proximity of those developments (but I'll give you that Shop Rite's parking is too tight). Re the implied conflict of interest with his current employer, I believe that really is a non-issue. The only two tracts I can think of related to Jaindls (and perhaps not even the same direct entity of his employment): one has long been approved for a bank by Southmont, but never built; and the other is land north of Route 22 that very few Twp residents probably even realize is in the Twp. If ever developed and Mr. Kutlzer would simply need to recuse himself. That comment really was a red herring. <br /><br />That all said, if any have concerns the solution, as suggested, is simple--RUN yourself. As TR once said, "...the man who really counts in the world is the doer, not the mere critic--the man who actually does the work, even if roughly and imperfectly, not the man who only talks or writes about how it ought to done." (1891) Ovem Lupo Commiterehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03756533892368983383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-20968816360581740992017-08-01T16:08:39.309-04:002017-08-01T16:08:39.309-04:00I am signing my name and am quite sincere while yo...I am signing my name and am quite sincere while you are anonymously bashing someone's integrity. Several years ago, Paul Weiss just missed when he waged a write-in. This is the people's call. Contrary to what you seem to think, democracy is no spectator sport. If you really think the way you do, get out there and disclose your identity and wage a campaign.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-39482695733935980732017-08-01T16:03:45.319-04:002017-08-01T16:03:45.319-04:00Yeah Bernie. Could you type that with straight fa...Yeah Bernie. Could you type that with straight face?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-41134347982733922632017-08-01T15:43:44.062-04:002017-08-01T15:43:44.062-04:00The Democratic Party will not be naming him. They ...The Democratic Party will not be naming him. They might name one of the other applicants. I suspect the R party will name Walter as Lee Snover, a BT resident and party chair, has high regard for Howard. But any person who thinks he or she can be a better candidate can lobby the party. Even if not named as party nominee, a person who wants the position can wage a write-in campaign.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-69237207665685714392017-08-01T15:31:45.779-04:002017-08-01T15:31:45.779-04:00"and any person who wants to be a nominee sho..."and any person who wants to be a nominee should contact his party chair. The three other candidates who applied for this vacancy all seem very well suited."<br /><br />BS! They put him in and he is also running. Usually you don't like that but its OK for this guy. You know full well the party will give it to him. Insider smoke.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-24954795042190359012017-08-01T15:27:00.386-04:002017-08-01T15:27:00.386-04:00It kills me that someone anonymously accuses Howar...It kills me that someone anonymously accuses Howard of posting anonymously. I highly doubt that is the case. Also, I have to point out that I ALWAYS found him to be accessible and transparent when he was Manager. A lot of what he has done has made the Township better. I suspect that is why he received unanimous support. Also, there is an election in November, and any person who wants to be a nominee should contact his party chair. The three other candidates who applied for this vacancy all seem very well suited. The voters will make the call, as both Tom Nolan and Mike Hudak observed.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-7195572465583623592017-08-01T14:33:40.237-04:002017-08-01T14:33:40.237-04:00Howard and family are commenting up a storm. Relax...Howard and family are commenting up a storm. Relax, he got the appointment and he will get the win in November. Insiders always win.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-48757131375158663922017-08-01T12:03:01.252-04:002017-08-01T12:03:01.252-04:00How much boss jandl land is in Bethlehem twp?How much boss jandl land is in Bethlehem twp?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-58246268356862211912017-08-01T11:41:27.589-04:002017-08-01T11:41:27.589-04:00Howard has done a tremendous job for Bethlehem Tow...Howard has done a tremendous job for Bethlehem Township. Be thankful when you have an emergency that St. Lukes Hospital is right in your back yard. Without Howard you wouldn't have options like Lowes, Best Buy, TGIF, Chipotle, Shop-Rite, plus beautiful home developments like Madison Farms, Maple Shade, etc..... Easy to hide behind your keyboard but truth be told Howard is a great addition to the Board! <br /><br />When he wins in November, expect him to be President because he is miles ahead of anyone that sits at that table. Congratulations again Howard! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-74286183033487632932017-08-01T10:58:13.095-04:002017-08-01T10:58:13.095-04:00"He's feeling guilty for all the wrongdoi..."He's feeling guilty for all the wrongdoing he did as planner and manager, give back my ass!"<br /><br />Are you crazy? Bethlehem Township is an outstanding community, you must be taking that for granted. I'd love to live there. You ought to see the type of management and planning at the bulk of municipalities around here. Kutzler is a professional guy and Bethlehem Township is a great place to live, you should be thankful for what you have and not always look to take potshots at everyone in the public.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-35914754090849486242017-08-01T08:50:52.941-04:002017-08-01T08:50:52.941-04:00The fremnansburg ave & rt 33 fiasco has his na...The fremnansburg ave & rt 33 fiasco has his name all over it as does the worst parking lot shopping center where shop rite is located, terrible planning!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-65452218264949864742017-08-01T08:04:21.004-04:002017-08-01T08:04:21.004-04:00He's feeling guilty for all the wrongdoing he ...He's feeling guilty for all the wrongdoing he did as planner and manager, give back my ass!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-81386855531019928602017-08-01T07:42:11.682-04:002017-08-01T07:42:11.682-04:00@12:16AM,
Why would you not expect the appointee, ...@12:16AM,<br />Why would you not expect the appointee, regardless of who was chosen, to run? It would have been a disservice to the people of BT to appoint someone who was only interested in serving 5 months.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com