Just an short excerpt from Mr. Cassidy's "shrimp boiled in beer" posing of July 24, 2008:
it was not without controversy and problems. some contractor whistled the three stooges theme every time i walked by his site for about a week...i did nothing and kept moving but them it got too much when they yelled stuff like is he a boy or girl...hey honey. i did confront...got a little verbal with him and he made a mistake in throwing a punch which hit me in the forehead...i hit him in the stomach and he doubled over...his workers were stunned...they just sat there and looked with their mouths open because this guy had a big bark...hit him in the nose with my knee when he was doubled over and whipped out my member and pissed in him. told him to notice i did not have to squat.
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That's actually pretty good conduct. Someone takes the first swing at the wrong adult and they're liable to be explaining their conduct to St Peter.
Richard, its one thing if Barry did post this somewhere but why would you ever post this kind of material. This is the poorest judgement I have ever seen and I hope you could at least edit it a bit or remove it completely.
To Anon at 11:16 AM.
Yes, it's offensive. No, I am not going to remove it.
The redeeming social value is that we get to see more clearly what kind of person that the CDC and the Council have empowered to 'represent' our town.
Hey Richard, I agree, Barry is offensive sometimes but we all know that by now. Let me ask you this though why not the same level of scrutiny on a borough officials blog when he let someone post a comment that "Barry should grow eyes in the back of his head"?
That was way more offensive than this because we actually had a threat against another person and Mr KB posted it. Where was your moral policing then?
That was an actual comment (about growing eyes in the back of his head) in response because Barry was using the parking lot on Main and Bridge for the music. Ken B defended this comment by saying he didn't take it as a threat and kept it up for quite a while until it was made aware to the police. Ken then removed it. But I didn't see anyone commenting on this reckless and dangerous comment. No outrage from any members, readers, or yourself. So I don't want to be too critical but if your gonna start policing poor decision making then start with our own elected borough officials who lower their correctness policies depending on who their directed at (aka Barry) because they don't agree with their opinions. I hope you don't fall into that category. Maybe Ken can elaborate on his poor decision that was 100x's more offensive then anything Barry could write or say.
Heres another piece of filth from that piece of filths blog:
"so this olympic size pool was hot and full of naked women...and these were no ordinary women...there was some unbelievable beauty swimming around in that pool. and i do not exaggerate...so this guy sez to us would you like to go swimming and first guy sez no second guy sez no and me...i said absolutely dropped my jeans and shirt. i wear nothing underneath and jump in to the pool...it was a great experience...they provided me with a lot of attention...after all i was a potential client...although i had no cash...the theory was i had money stashed somewhere from all the dealing around that i did."
I don't want this guy around here any more.
I agree with Richard that the posting is offensive, but unfortunately, I also agree that the posting has to be placed where people can read it.
There's a level of vulgarity which is not usually considered acceptable in a public figure and yet Cassidy has not only stepped over, but vaulted over it on several occasions, such as this. Why is this?
Anonymous July 24, 2008 5:12 PM:
How do you 'splain' this comment that cassidy made in reference to me? This was a comment published in The Phoenix back in '07. Was The Phoenix responsible for 'moral policing?'
"I will be looking for him on the street. I would like to discuss it with him personally so I can "splain it to him"
bary cassidy, Main Street CDC
2 things Kenny, first, that is a pretty mild comparison especially since there is no other text provided. Number two, at the very least (if it were a threat) you knew where the threat came from and who to watch.
You on the other hand posted a threat (clear) from an anonymous coward. Your poor judgement could have turned into something much more dangerous so that was pretty damn offensive coming from a borough official.
And lastly, you continue to defend you poor decision by continuing (with you above statements) to rationalize your decision to post it. Just man up and say it was wrong. No other explanation - just plain old wrong.
Keep up the smoke screening to take away from your inability to get anything done for the town. I hope people start to put the proper people under the microscope to see what THEY have accomplished.
Yeah Ken, keep up the partisan politics. I'm glad to see others looking through your poor work.
Distract, distract, distract.
The title of this thread is "The CDC Director weighs in on his own conduct".
Stay on course, anonymouses.
That piece from Barry Cassidy turned my stomach.
We should be asking why anyone would post his or her outrageous behavior on a public forum. Is this the type of behavior we have come to expect in Phoenixville, or does the author just believe he can get away with anything?
Hey, great job on that response "Kenny". I'm also tired of your smoke screen tactics to cover up for your inadequate job performance. I only hope that your constituents see the same lack luster job performance. Maybe you could be a little less vocal in your blogs and more vocal at council meetings (like a mouse in meetings - just little squeaks). Hey, but good luck with that.
I am wondering if some of the people posting to this site understand that Ken Buckwalter is not the moderator of this site. I am starting to get annoyed at the obvious problem they have with Mr Buckwalter. Their posting on this site and exibiting that hatred is hampering my ability to enjoy my own disgust with the happenings of the Borough. So, if you are going to be a world class Jackass, go over to the Phoenix blog. Nobody has commented on there in a while. There is more Wagner lovin' over there then a music class in Berlin.
Yes, this is not Mr. Buckwalter's blog.
By the way, I like Wagner's music. That's Richard Wagner.
Sorry to rain on your hatred of P-ville parade. Hey here is an idea mr jackass, why don't you step up to the plate and do something about it instead of Monday morning quarterbacking. But why would you do that when you're taking the easy way out and telling everyone what YOU would do if you had the baseballs to do anything. Grow some!
Considering that the CDC contract is an agenda point on today's Council/Committee Meeting agenda, it is hardly "Monday morning quarterbacking" to comment on whether or not the CDC contract should be renewed, for how long and at what price.
Considering today's Phoenix article about the 25% vacancy rate downtown (about to go higher with the closing of Raven & Bear and Cheese!), should the Borough be investing its money in a "Arts & Entertainment" district?
In spite of the vacaney rate, we have some very succesful businesses downtown and some "high powered" CDC board members. Given this economic climate, I believe that Council should prioritize the spending of the taxpayers money to those items that benefit the entire Borough -- the water system, the police department, the public debt, Borough fuel costs, etc, and "special interests" such as the CDC that have a limited scope should be the responsibility of that group.
"Hey here is an idea mr jackass, why don't you step up to the plate and do something about it instead of Monday morning quarterbacking. But why would you do that when you're taking the easy way out and telling everyone what YOU would do if you had the baseballs to do anything. Grow some!"
Gee Barry.....you just get more and more angry every time someone doesn't agree with you. But then again, it is pretty typical for you to call out anyone who disagrees. For all you know, the folks you always cahllenge and want to shut up are doing things for the town. And they likely do them without getting a pay check for it. What a concept. Thanks for all your help but it's time for you to move on.
Yeah OK. Why don't you list some things you've done for the town? ..........................................................................................................Oh what do you mean? You don't have a list? Well, I'm sorry, step up to the plate - NEXT!
Actually I do have a list....a very long one but you're the last person I intend to share it with. I might reconsider if you go first Mr. Cassidy. Leave off the stuff you were paid to do. What.....there is no list without that? Shocking.
Just to keep things clear in this thread (or tangle) of comments.
The anonymous comments are just that; the use of the pronouns "I" and "you" is thus entirely anonymous (and ambiguous).
The only comments that are mine are those with my 'by-line.'
I think its even funnier how you think you are conversing with Barry. Your are sooooo starved to talk to the guy that your projecting what you would say IF you had the baseballs to actually talk to him. Grow some.
There is nothing funny about being confused with Barry. In fact, if someone confused me with him I might even be suicidal. And, I'd have to do some serious self evaluation, changing my presentation so it would NEVER happen again. "Step up to the plate."
Oh yeah...and I'm done with you. You're starting to bore me.
Considering that our Council Members, in their wisdom, approved not only Barry's salary, but the raise in the Committee Meetings last night, it looks like we're all going to have lots of opportunities to talk to Barry for the next five years.
Get ready for double digit tax increases!
Hey, being confused with Barry IS a horrible thing and that's the first thing that I actually agree with you on a point. Sorry you're bored I'll try to spice it up for you honey. Maybe a little sweet talk will get you going. XO! ZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!
Barry was servicable and now has worn out his welcome. I believe that it is time to for both parties to move on.
Hey Richard, point that criticism in the proper direction. Ask the "gang of 3" what they have done to improve our town? Come on Richard, I know you're a good guy, but buying into this pessimistic view of our great town is only helping ken, jeff, and richard put up their smoke screens. They pick on the easy target (the CDC) but yet I see no proof of anything they have accomplished. Please redirect and help the town progress not regress.
The Council is a body of eight, which can function only as a body and only pursuant to a majority vote.
The contribution of an individual Council Member is what that Member does to contribute to the functioning of Council as a whole.
My point isn't what they exactly do vote for or vote against but rather that they ALWAYS bring up the easy target of the CDC because they know its a hot button issue and it deflects away from their inadequate job. Am I wrong? The point of the high powered perception being pointed at them is to put those 3 under the same scrutiny that they so easily place upon the CDC. I think the majority of people feel the way I do or why would their ideas not be more acceptable. Oh wait, I'm sorry, they don't even have any ideas but their quick to point out everything wrong with the ideas that are proposed.
August 1, 2008 9:52 AM...you are wrong. The three council members you seem to be focusing on are reacting to a CDC proposal for a 5 year contract prior to anyone knowing what next years budget picture looks like. I can assure you, the new Borough Manager doesn't have a 5 year contract. No one woke up last week and said....gee let's pick on the CDC this week/month/year. Not a single one of them is "picking on the CDC" but demonstating a genuine concern for the budget issues, affordability and mistimed request from the CDC. And, they are also reacting to their constituencies concerns. It's called representative government. The other councilmen should try it. It's what they were placed there for. Most of the reaction on blogs to the CDC proposal is not from those council members but from residents and concerned citizens who can NOT afford more taxes, particularly when they seem to benefit an individual who answers to no one, who is a crude and abbrasive visionary that many of us can no longer tolerate. It's just not worth it to lose my home for this guy or even to see the downtown thrive if it means I can't afford the taxes to stay in my home.
Again, the point is that they continually attack the CDC and I for one don't want to constantly hear the same points about the CDC. Ken (mouse) isn't even posting my comments anymore because I am blowing his cover of the CDC. Tell us what they have done for the town besides bring up how much we don't need the CDC. But, hey, you can keep buying into that argument and not put the microscope where it belongs - on council. Barry is doing his job - council (namely 3 - not so much). But hey, good luck with that (thanks for the quote Jeff - elitist!)
I swear to God if I read the same or similar from Anonymous 1:44 p.m. on another blog I am going to jump from thenon-existant high bridge.
Look, anon, I don't happen to agree with your position because those 3 council men are the few who are actually trying to work on behalf of the members of this community. Even you! The rest seem to be focused only on the business community most of whom don't even live in Phoenixville.
I for one am happy Buckwalter isn't printing your comments. Talk about a one track mind.
Give it a break already.
to Anon 8/1 1:44
Being a life long Democrat of this town, I too look at these three men trying to finally hold the line on my tax dollars, which has not been done the last three years that my party has been in control of council, (I guess they whatched W spend soooo much they wanted to try it too). They are not being critical of the CDC but in the way that neither the CDC or Council seem to have control on how Barry seems to be willing to spend our tax dollars with no accountability.
My argument is that an expenditure of this magnitude, why this does not qualify for a bid proposal? I am also sorry to say, but the only folks that benefit from these First Friday events are the merchants, WHO DO NOT FREAKING LIVE HERE! Now, I am not saying that they not be supported, I too eat downtown more than I should. These events were to bring prosperity to the WHOLE TOWN not just the 'business district'.
"Truth", I do understand that they are keeping an eye on all of our spending and are doing a service. But the blame game always falls squarely on the CDC. Just look at the blogs over the past few months and how many address the CDC.
Another weak argument is that the merchants don't live in town. You want truth: here it is buddy -
Chris - Independents signs
Rocky/Kelly - USA Kilts
Tish Jones - Healthy Start
Dave - Hipster Home
Ken - Jaworski's
Frank - Artisans
Warren - Browns Cow
Mary Foote - Colonial
If I'm not mistaken I believe Connor from Molly's may live in P-ville and I'm sure there are a few that I am missing since I only know of the ones that I see around town consistently.
Gee, I don't know but I think folks who make that argument need to get off of that one because it doesn't seem like the truth will set you free if its not the FREAKING truth. Sit down "truth"! Class is out - next!
Oh my Lord! You mean all of those merchants live in town. Wow, looks like everyones argument about the merchants is OUT THE WINDOW! Hey, if you're gonna call yourself "truth show set you free" at the very least check your facts before you set yourself up for that kind of grilling. Hate to say it but you deserved that one. Enjoy!
OK. So you were able to name 8, yes 8, merchants that live in the "Borough limits'. Last time I checked there are 15,000 people that live in 5,500 +/- homes in this community. I do not count Mary Foote, as the Colonial Theater is a Non-Profit Organization, which has still not shown, The Great Santini, one of my all time favorites.
Council needs to look out for the masses not a select few individuals, (hint, hint 3D Group) that the CDC seems to cater too.
Barry and the CDC have brought in bars and eateries that provide low paying jobs, that is the Truth!
Barry and the CDC are just a plain luxury that the Borough simply just cannot afford, that is the Truth!
When it becomes a budget item and Council will need to make very difficult decisions whether they want bike patrol officers or St. Barry and the CDC, that is the Truth.
We have decaying and much neglected infrastructure in our streets, parks and our water/sewer system, that is the Truth!
According to reports, we 'need' a new Borough Hall. A luxury that again, we cannot afford, that is the Truth!
Look this list can go on and on, the fact is that Council as a whole has not done their job. Three years ago they cut a minimal increase to make a political football out of the process; that bit them squarely in the *ss. The last 3 years have been double digit increases in taxes, raised fees and reduction in services, that is the TRUTH.
There was a hiring of a political hack for Borough Manager; that even though he worked for SEI, had not a clue of finances, which reflects in the Boroughs current state, that is the Truth!
This council has been living above not only their means, but ours. It has also been reported on another website, that this year alone, this council has over spent almost $500,000! Just notice, it is still hot outside, it's only FREAKING the beginning of August! There is still a full 5 months to go, that is the Truth!
When you and I run low on funding during the course of the paycheck or month, we cut back on our spending, so please explain to me why this Democratically controlled Council has failed to do so? That is the Truth!
For the other Anon poster, I like my steak very rare, the point that the other poster made, while good was not the knock out blow you would have it to be. Mr. Cassidy would have you believe that he is a tough guy, I saw much braver men then him crap their pants in war, do not put him on a pedal stool that he does not deserve.
Truth, again YOU LOSE! You made a statement that you put out there emphatically and your point was shown to be an emphatic made up story. So now you have to compare it to the number of people that live in town because your argument was shown to be a fraud (You are a fraud).
Another point that I will expose you for the fraud you are: You mentioned the infrastructure of the streets and other municipal duties. Well, they are just that - municipal responsibility so take it up with you local council person. Mentioning the streets needing attention and the CDC are two different arguments. Maybe if Barry were in charge of the streets he would get things done there also.
To August 2, 2008 11:54 PM....there's only one loser on all these blog sites and its you dude. What is about AFFORDABILITY that you don't get. After we pay all our other bills, particularly our energy bills this year, there is NO money left for the tax increase needed to continue the CDC's charter. If that's a "scare tactic" so be it because I truly am afraid I won't make it. Let those that benefit the most pay or let the CDC go and get some self supporting grants. We have no more to give. If you don't understand that then you are truly hopeless.
Sorry Mr hopeless. I'm sorry to hear you may not make it (bbbboooohhoooooo!). I'm weeping for you and your story. Maybe the town should just let all of our progress stop and put it on hold until we feel comfortable moving forward. Well guess what, thats not how progress is made and there will always be struggles and difficulties but you have to put your nose to the grindstone and push forward. Your either on board or not. You obviously don't have the stomach for this so may I suggest Pottstown, Reading, or Norristown as beautiful, sunny, warm welcoming places to live. Bye Bye!
Anonyous August 3, 2008 9:12 PM:
You have a shocking lack of compassion for those with whom you have chosen to live among.
I suggest you start walking outside the 3 blocks of downtown Bridge Street and really start talking to those who live in the 100+ houses in the Borough. I think you'll find that the concern about making ends meet is legitimate and real. What is the use of a downtown if the neighborhoods are overrun by foreclosures?
BTW, if "progress" is that important to you, read "Death and Life of Great American Cities" by Jane Jacobs -- it's still the classic on how muncipalities really work and how to make them better.
August 3, 2008 9:12 PM.....I would really love to meet you in person, as I'm sure a whole lot of the posters on these sites would. Maybe we can arrange it? Perhaps in person, you would have a whole different attitude. I'm sure your parents are real proud of what they conceived. [Text removed by The Chicken Cacciatore Project.] If there where more of you in this town, everyone would be moving out. If your goal is to be the most obnoxious person on the blogs......you win. Congratulations [more text removed]!
Comments discussing the issues are likely to be posted.
Those engaging in personal attacks on even anonymous other posters are likely not to be posted.
The last comment is only an example. My intention is to put the garbage comments straight in the garbage from now on, rather than editing out the offensive or inappropriate content.
My intention was to show that obviously some folks don't have the stomach for what it takes to progress. There is a price to pay for progress and nothing comes free (mom and dad taught me that). We are all paying higher fuel and cost of living bills but I also want to live in a progressive town which is our current path. I support the small expense to the CDC to help our town continued progress. Me telling people of other towns they can live is just trying to help them out. If they don't want to live in a town of progress then those other towns are more than suitable for their needs. Harsh reality hurts huh?
Anonymous 11:42, the road to hell is paved with good intentions. As for your "intention...to show that...some folks don't have the stomach for what it takes to progress...allow me MY intention to "SHOW" YOU your manner of thinking lacks understanding, compassion, and responsibility.
IF the "PRICE TO PAY" means residents cannot afford pay for their escalating fuel bills, groceries, and other necessities of life because taxes may also rise in the double-digit range this year, then, my friend, the entire house of cards may fall.
One can only tap the credit card after all the cash is gone for so long to pay for necessities and under the current state of affairs many are seeing their credit limit reduced.
Where will they go when there is no ability to pay for what they need?
The "harsh reality", A.C., may come in the form of the fact that you may have to move from your parent's basement some day soon and forge your own way in the world.
I want to live in a town which recognizes the needs of their residents and does not continue to waste tax money when it is already known that a deficit exists this year.
Come back and try talking about how we should keep feeding the gaping maw of unfunded "progress" with our taxes after about 20 years when you have your own family to provide for and after you've gained some life experience.
Right now you are clueless as to the upcoming and worsening finanical and economic crisis on our doorstep.
Karen, FYI, I moved out of the parents basement about 22 years ago and I have forged my own path. I also know that you have served on council (without the success of the current council). So although i may be clueless I do know enough to watch and see what past council members have accomplished and what is currently happening. You unfortunately are blinded by your partisan politics. I also know that your bark is worse than your bite since I have talked to you on a couple of occasions.
Karen, you indicated on your blog that you wished people would stop the name calling and here you are calling me clueless and other names. Hmmm! It seems that YOU can tell others what they can and cannot do, but YOU are exempt from those rules. Take a lesson from your OWN WORDS! Have a nice day!
Karen - PS - Thanks for telling me where I am going in the next life (HELL). Those who judge will be judged. I know enough to know that. Have fun!
Anonymous, 4:54 PM, I chose to leave my name with my post because of the fact that I am publically stating that I am beyond tired of a) people on these blogs who clearly have no comprehension of what impact the national economy may have on the average resident, and b) reduce intelligent discussion to personal attacks without regard to the seriousness of the issue at hand, and c) show absolutely no compassin for their fellowman.
I also signed my name because another poster was called "Mr. Hopeless" after he described his serious concerns.
What I consider to be unfeeling, childish, and taunting comments made in a previous post at 9:12 p.m. on 08/03/08, really struck a nerve in me, which, by your follow-up post you claim your intentions in that post, and therefore your apparent ownership of the 9:12 p.m. post.
The word clueless is an adjective, not a name, and by your own admission, "..although i may be clueless...". I'll leave it there.
Lastly, you mention you know me and have had conversations. You know my leanings have nothing to do with my political persuasions. By that knowledge, you surely are aware that I will almost always advocate for what I believe is right, and call attention to what I believe is wrong. I also tend to deliver suggestions or alternatives to correct the issue.
And, as I walk this path called life, I pray for patience and guidiance for I do not suffer foolishness very well at all.
Anonymous 4:55, the adage is always as a reminder.
Nothing more, nothing less.
Karen, I kindly remind you that you indicated that I was on the path to hell. You have a typical elitist attitude (that is also an adjective). Just for the record I may prefer going to hell because all the fun people are in hell and away from all of the folks who claim they are on the "correct path". I'll see you there!
Don't feed trolls.
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