Remarks by Bill Rosacker
177 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 4 of 8
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“All right. I would like to see the minutes that show that. So anyway, this issue is not about memorials. The question is, is that the right location for a memorial? Do we want to have memorials that we want to, as a city, condone memorials? We have not. We simply allowed that to happen at that place. The part of the problem with having a Memorial at that place is it belongs to everybody. It doesn't belong to one group or another. When one group has their equipment there, then another group comes in and they're either accused of, of of violating it or they feel uncomfortable because you feel…”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“I've been very clear in the meeting at the topic of hand and stop picking on on the mayor. Peggy”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“Would you like to put that item on the agenda for a future meeting? I'm saying... Let's move on. We're not talking about campaign signs today.”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“I'm not laughing. I'm getting really irritated because you're bringing up stuff. You're making accusations against people that aren't even here.”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“What accusation? I mean, who's putting the signs out? It's not your people. I know that. It's everybody else.”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“So the last item on our agenda is the exemption to competitive bidding for wastewater treatment plant.”
City Council · Aug 17, 2026
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“Good evening, everybody. Welcome. It is the August 3rd Newburgh City Council. I call this meeting to order. Rachel, could we have a roll call, please?”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Would everybody please stand and join in the Pledge of Allegiance? Oh, am I the culprit? Nobody downstairs has to talk tonight.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Well, this is time for your narrative, which we all enjoy.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“I have one comment about the display in the Cultural Center of the Art. What is a creature? You said creature teacher? Okay. It is truly amazing. If you have not seen it, it is one-third of a national display. The other two-thirds, one's in Seattle. I don't remember where the other one is. But all of the artworks are made out of formerly living things, and it's pretty amazing. So next, I'm going to open public comments, and we have one public comment. Alicia? Alicia? Welcome. Good to see you.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Thank you. So now we're going to close public comments. We're going to move right to item number seven, presentations, introduction of the new HR manager, Jenna Gray. Welcome, Jenna. Thank you. Good to have you here. Thank you.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Thank you very much. I think I can speak for the whole council that We it looks like we're going to have a long relationship with you. So please hang around and do good work. We we're looking forward to it.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Now, I'm sure everybody noticed that I skipped over item number six. Since this affects the chief's department, he got called out or something. He wasn't able to be here. So with your permission, I'm going to put this off until the next opportunity. The chief is here to to be part of it. All right. So next, that brings us to item number eight, the consent calendar. Would anybody like to make a comment or make a motion? Robin?”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“It has been moved and seconded to approve the consent calendar. Is there any further discussion? Seeing none, all in favor signify by saying aye.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“All opposed, nay. All right. Mission passes unanimously. Elyse, I forgot you were there. You about scared me.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“No, you're fine. Welcome. And item number nine, new business. Main Street Water Line Replacement.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Thank you. Thank you. Would anybody like to make a motion?”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Thank you. And thanks for your accuracy, Mike. All right. We have a motion and a second to approve Resolution 2026-4040. Is there any further discussion? Seeing none, all in favor signify by saying aye. Aye. Aye. All opposed? Motion passes unanimously. So this brings us back to item number six on our agenda. Good to see you, Officer Cisneros.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“So this is a proclamation honoring and recognizing military reservists. Whereas members of the United States military reserve components play an important and essential role in the nation's defense and emergency response, and whereas reservists balance the dual responsibilities of civilian careers and military service, standing ready at a moment's notice to serve our community, state, and the nation during times of conflict, national disaster, and national emergency. And whereas the sacrifices of our reserve service members and their families strengthen the fabric of our community and help…”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Did I just hear that your title is now detective?”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“I apologize. I did not mean to use the wrong.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“All right. We're down to new business. Item number 9.1. Oh, I'm sorry. 9.2, Street Seats Pilot Program Extension.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“I would just... I was a dissenter on this in the first place. I don't see the need to continue this particular plan. I'm just bringing that up because if we were going to decide not to renew this, this would be the time to do it while nobody has got one out there. So, Mike, go ahead.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“Just to clarify, if we put this on the books, then if somebody applies and they meet all the criteria, then we have to allow them to do it. It's not subjective at that point, right? Or objective.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026
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“That's a good question. Thank you for that valuable legal advice. Will, it's your turn.”
City Council · Aug 3, 2026