Scott Holbrook comment-75567 2012-11-06T18:49:44Z 2012-11-06T18:49:44Z Live music is so vital to the health of a community in so many ways - arts of all type are & should be fostered and tollerated to a reasonable level. Be is South Street Philly, 6th Street Austin, Bourbon Street New Orleans, Duvall Street Key West, Filmore St SF or J Street Sacramento - Live music can create such an exciting atmosphere and center for commerce - I am glad the Police are being responsible and not over cautious in their support of the community wishes. - Support Local Music, Support Live Music - the ability for a group of individuals playing actual instruments to be able to survive and perform is getting harder and harder - Harlows helps in a big way keeping the wheel turning! - Scott Holbrook, Keep Smilin' Promotions Scott Holbrook 2012-11-06T18:49:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-58583 2011-10-13T17:19:28Z 2011-10-13T17:19:28Z Excuse the typos & questionable grammer - I try, and I do hope you will come up and join in the fun - Come early and stop in Old Town - grab a cold one at the Auburn Ale House! Scott Holbrook 2011-10-13T17:19:28Z Scott Holbrook comment-58186 2011-10-04T23:34:49Z 2011-10-04T23:34:49Z Looks like a fun event - especially like the picture with Mattie & Ella who looked to really be having a fun time! Scott Holbrook 2011-10-04T23:34:49Z Scott Holbrook comment-58185 2011-10-04T23:31:49Z 2011-10-04T23:31:49Z Maybe it's me $165.00 for bands that don't even have original singers ( I remember seeing Foreigner as part of a package of 5 Bands for $5.00 at the Philly Spectrum) - it would be one thing if it were at a local bar, but a multi-thousand seat venue? Then I see incredible musicians and bands, with current offerings - often having been around longer than the above mentioned playing to a hundred or less people, lucky to get $10-20.00 per head - but again, I can not understand the facination that puts shows like Dancing with Stars on the top of the ratings charts! - to each his (or her) own, for me I will go with a show at the Palms, the Torch Club, Marylins, Harlows, Grass Valley Center for the Arts or perhaps my favorite The Auburn Event Center - regardless, go enjoy live music, and have fun! - be it Foreigner or Dave Alvin and the Guilty Ones! - thanks for the article! Scott Holbrook 2011-10-04T23:31:49Z Scott Holbrook comment-58183 2011-10-04T23:19:30Z 2011-10-04T23:19:30Z Fun story - so many hidden jems to stumble upon, one day I would like to puruse some of these places Scott Holbrook 2011-10-04T23:19:30Z Scott Holbrook comment-58182 2011-10-04T23:17:05Z 2011-10-04T23:17:05Z Wish I was there - will need to not miss the Chuck Berry show - Jerry rocks, and we are so lucky to have so many incredible "local" musicians! Scott Holbrook 2011-10-04T23:17:05Z Scott Holbrook comment-58159 2011-10-04T22:53:32Z 2011-10-04T22:53:32Z Hey Holly - I have drifted away from the Sacramento Press, I shouldn't have - some nice reviews, great job - thank you! - I hope you can make it to some of my shows in Auburn! Dave Alvin (10-14), Wayne Hancock (10-30) , Great American Taxi (11-11-11 !!) or the New Riders of the Purple Sage (12-2-11) - and at each show some incredible openers from around the area - all incredible musicians themselves! - I think you will have a good time! Scott Holbrook 2011-10-04T22:53:32Z Scott Holbrook comment-34551 2010-08-09T21:46:41Z 2010-08-09T21:46:41Z I thought I left a comment I guess not - as a member of the Auburn Rec District - I can not say how proud and happy about this event - it was a pleasure to Join with my sometimes partner Jason to bring this show to Auburn - Jason had a vision & it played out almost perfectly - It was a great day & these great pictures show a lot of the fun - Ron you are a great photograper & these pics sure help this ole man to be able to Keep Smilin'!!! Scott Holbrook 2010-08-09T21:46:41Z Scott Holbrook comment-34550 2010-08-09T21:34:46Z 2010-08-09T21:34:46Z We are blessed in the Auburn community to have numerous youth activities, In fact the park where this happened includes a public swimming pool available at real low cost, we have youth team sports, activities such as ping-pong, we built a skate park, we have open gym time for free - hell we have lakes and rivers my kids go to all the time, we have driving ranges, movie theaters. These kids (I am assuming here) have tons of stuff they can do, we have a free to attend Boys and Girls Club, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Future Farmers, we have an off road motorcycle area, we have performing arts programs- that excuse does not fly MrEd - we are not talking about kids smoking pot or other harmless bored kid activities - we are talking crimes that are hurting people & sending them to the hospital, and others that are costing thousands of dollars putting them into the felony area - For all I know this was a prank to put on You-Tube - it is getting worse and worse -I think we need to have serious consequenses for parents and kids - Make them think very hard when they light that match - Making excuses and blaming society allows for acceptance and excuse of bad behavious - we need to instill individual responsibility & accountability! Scott Holbrook 2010-08-09T21:34:46Z Scott Holbrook comment-34540 2010-08-09T20:30:14Z 2010-08-09T20:30:14Z Turn in Vandals! Scott Holbrook 2010-08-09T20:30:14Z Scott Holbrook comment-25890 2010-04-29T13:19:02Z 2010-04-29T13:19:02Z OOPS - Friday June 18! Scott Holbrook 2010-04-29T13:19:02Z Scott Holbrook comment-25889 2010-04-29T13:18:20Z 2010-04-29T13:18:20Z I would love to invite all the readers & staff of the Sacramento Press to come up to this years Party in the Park in Auburn on June 19th 2010 - Headlining is the incredible Billy Joe Shaver - who has been called the Sonwriter for Outlaw Country (you might have heard about his recent receipt of a Not Guilty verdicet in a barroom shooting incident) - Johnny Cash has called him his favorite songwriter - Elvis & Bob Dylan have recorded his songe & Waylons Honky Tonk Heroes LP is all Billy Joe - great local talent Bob Woods Trio w/ Pete Grant will open - visit www.partyinthepark.net for more - this truly is a "community" event ie the Greater Sacramento Community - streaming would be cool! - Plan on taking a nice trip up the hill - it will be fun & you will find many of your friends and neighbors there! Scott Holbrook 2010-04-29T13:18:20Z Scott Holbrook comment-25888 2010-04-29T13:11:23Z 2010-04-29T13:11:23Z I did not go due to the cost - while I like the Eagles, I would rather pay $15.00 for a local show featuring a great act- recently I saw Paul Barrare & Fred Tackett form the Band Little Feat - classic and seasoned musicians & a great show. I understand the attendance was so low at this show people up top got to move down to the floor. There is so much terrific music out there on any given night, I think most folks will find if they give it a chance they will find the quality of music is incredible & the atmosphere is great - be it a band like the Nibblers at the Torch or perhaps a Free concert such as Auburn's Party in the Park - this year featuring a true legend in Billy Joe Shaver - Support Local Music! (nice review & I am happy for those who had a good time, nothing beats live music) Scott Holbrook 2010-04-29T13:11:23Z Scott Holbrook comment-16094 2009-10-22T19:30:32Z 2009-10-22T19:30:32Z This is great , I just may need to stop by & Support Local Music, and while I''m at it will likely spend a few bucks at at least one of the stops. Thanks for the heads up! Scott Holbrook 2009-10-22T19:30:32Z Scott Holbrook comment-16092 2009-10-22T19:16:37Z 2009-10-22T19:16:37Z I think the only real leverage the City has is PR against Westfield, I think the Mayor realizes the tough guy approach likely is not the best way to go at this company. Developing a working relationship and give & take is the key, I do not think there are huge lines to buy struggling / declining shopping centers. Hopefully the city will provide some good incentives to Westfield, as the long term revenue I am sure will pay off great dividends! Scott Holbrook 2009-10-22T19:16:37Z Scott Holbrook comment-15591 2009-10-15T04:05:15Z 2009-10-15T04:05:15Z Pretzels and beer, (you asked!) , - does sound like a good event - hope it is successful, keep smilin'! Scott Holbrook 2009-10-15T04:05:15Z Scott Holbrook comment-15589 2009-10-15T03:57:18Z 2009-10-15T03:57:18Z Personally I like the mayors "an environment where all boats are rising" comment, not sure where that came from, but did make me smile (o.k chuckle)! - btw what kind of leverage does the city have to force a sale? And what terms could the city require for a potential buyer? This strong mayor thing sounds good but is there bite with that bark? What incentives are being given to Westfield to invest in this location vs others, there has to be a win-win I would think. With what I understand as to be the direction of the master plan for this area, SRO's don't seem to fit, while this may not seem compasionate, lines need to be drawn to create an environment that encourages commerce & participation of both the vendor and customer. By creating a vibrant center for entertainment, dining & shopping - taxes will increase and more money will be available to address the other issues facing a big city - be it SRO's, tent cities or otherwise - Scott Holbrook 2009-10-15T03:57:18Z Scott Holbrook comment-9646 2009-06-19T04:25:37Z 2009-06-19T04:25:37Z Ok Ok - I saw it "invided"!! I'm beggin' for a pitty edit Scott Holbrook 2009-06-19T04:25:37Z Scott Holbrook comment-9645 2009-06-19T04:22:53Z 2009-06-19T04:22:53Z KDVS 90.3 is great, and located right next to my KVMR 89.5! Viva the left side of the dial! Scott Holbrook 2009-06-19T04:22:53Z Scott Holbrook comment-9644 2009-06-19T04:20:23Z 2009-06-19T04:20:23Z I love a great dog story! (I still want to strangle the writers of Marley and Me) way to go Buck! Scott Holbrook 2009-06-19T04:20:23Z Scott Holbrook comment-9643 2009-06-19T04:17:54Z 2009-06-19T04:17:54Z I can't wait 'till this stops - I know the bubble had to burst, and I obviously the some more deflation to come, but I hope it is getting close & the healing can begin! Scott Holbrook 2009-06-19T04:17:54Z Scott Holbrook comment-9642 2009-06-19T04:12:41Z 2009-06-19T04:12:41Z I hope this is not an abuse of the priveledge, and I do hope you all come! Scott Holbrook 2009-06-19T04:12:41Z Scott Holbrook comment-8786 2009-06-04T13:37:14Z 2009-06-04T13:37:14Z Not that anyone checksm back on this issue but now the ACLU and Sacramento's Jewish Community Relations Council are chiming in on this issue, there is a front page article on todays (June 4) Auburn Journal as well as more letters to the editor. www.auburnjournal.com Scott Holbrook 2009-06-04T13:37:14Z Scott Holbrook comment-8749 2009-06-04T03:48:15Z 2009-06-04T03:48:15Z Bring it on! This sounds like a great improvement to the city Scott Holbrook 2009-06-04T03:48:15Z Scott Holbrook comment-8708 2009-06-02T19:08:42Z 2009-06-02T19:08:42Z This is a great idea, cheers to all who make events like this happen. Parks & Music Make Life Better! www.partyinthepark.net Scott Holbrook 2009-06-02T19:08:42Z Scott Holbrook comment-8631 2009-06-01T01:08:19Z 2009-06-01T01:08:19Z I was refering to Pacific street more for the layout of the kiosks and performance areas - the "bum" contingency in Santa Cruz is a problem, and the feel good city council there does not seem to have the backbone to fully address this problem - there is car traffic on this road, but no rail - also after the major earthquake - Santa Cruz designed a "streetscape" plan that works pretty well - there is also a lot of space for bikes Scott Holbrook 2009-06-01T01:08:19Z Scott Holbrook comment-8630 2009-06-01T01:05:42Z 2009-06-01T01:05:42Z While segments of work done at parks can be contracted, much can not - unions do put a burden on public agencies & limit the ability to utilize privitazation - but I feel in-house maintenence with responsible management can provide the best bang for the buck - boards and councils need to stand firm on budgets, make the tough decisions & make cuts where needed Scott Holbrook 2009-06-01T01:05:42Z Scott Holbrook comment-8629 2009-06-01T00:59:36Z 2009-06-01T00:59:36Z Another great community event, held at a PARK! - Support parks & events like this - Scott Holbrook 2009-06-01T00:59:36Z Scott Holbrook comment-8572 2009-05-30T17:36:09Z 2009-05-30T17:36:09Z PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER!! Parks do so much for a community, from emproved health and happiness to reduction in crime. It is always so interesting how Police, Fire, Teachers, Parks are thrown out as the areas to make the cuts, while we are paying thousands & thousand for an air quality panel to determine the benefits and to develop legislation regarding proper tire air pressure (no joke - there have been studies, hearings etc.. going on for some time & soon there will be laws, and be careful because one day you may get pulled over and the officer will whip out a tire pressure guage!) Mr. Mayor any person could take a line item look at the budget and eliminate numerous programs / departments / "mandates" that in a time of "fiscal crisis" could be suspended without a significant impact on community. Reduce bs - How much does it cost for someone to get a permit to have a neighborhood party? Cuts need to be made - layoffs need to happen, but they do not need to be made on the front line - these ploys are angering the taxpayers and need to end. Provide an "readers digest:" version of the complete budget & I think "the people" could rapidly tell you their options for cuts - Cars on K is not a good idea - look for upgrades to parking options near by & enhancing the walking environment - put up lampoles with planters, allow for artistic and creative signage, install "performance areas" for street performers & create a volunteer committee to facilitate scheduling, add some street kiosks (go visit Pacific Street in Santa Cruz) and get rid of the street beggers, bottom when people want to come enjoy a shopping and entertaiment experience, they do not want to be bothered by beggers, a feeling of lack of safety and "harassment" will turn an opportunity for repeat business into a one time negative experience. As always Keep Smilin'! & Support Local Music!! - also I am not sure how good an idea light rail is on K street - nor am I knowledgeable of cost / benefits of re-routing Scott Holbrook 2009-05-30T17:36:09Z Scott Holbrook comment-8437 2009-05-28T03:00:50Z 2009-05-28T03:00:50Z I think if one looked at a red and blue map of California they would see mostly red. While in our legislature and in some major population centers "liberals" may pervail, I think California is far from a Liberal State, though I agree perceptions within and without differ from my opinion. This issue I think is one that is a more private personal issue, that individuals of all political, religous, ethnic and other biases struggle with. I think the majority of Californians reside somewhere near the middle of the political line, with a couple issues tilting them one way or another. As the numbers show, this issue does not have a clear direction, I do not think Courts are the answer, it will take consensus of "the people" to settle this. Scott Holbrook 2009-05-28T03:00:50Z Scott Holbrook comment-8367 2009-05-27T02:46:40Z 2009-05-27T02:46:40Z What is a "Liberal State"? Scott Holbrook 2009-05-27T02:46:40Z Scott Holbrook comment-8356 2009-05-26T23:10:22Z 2009-05-26T23:10:22Z There is no mechanism to return the property. Once the property was accepted, the trustees the same day finalized the transfer - as they wanted it off their plate as soon as they could. Scott Holbrook 2009-05-26T23:10:22Z Scott Holbrook comment-8354 2009-05-26T23:00:11Z 2009-05-26T23:00:11Z Here is a clip from racismreview.com: http://www.racismreview.com/blog/2009/02/16/abraham-lincoln%E2%80%99s-racism-in-context-reflections-on-his-era-and-ours/ ".......Yet, virtually none of the current discussions of Lincoln –in this hagiographic mood the country is in–seriously focuses on Lincoln’s extensive racist framing of U.S. society and what that has meant, then as now. Most historians dealing with Lincoln now touch on his racism, but only a few like Lerone Bennett, Jr., in his much debated but pathbreaking Forced into Glory, get to the heart of the matter. Even left historians seem to lack the conceptual tools to make sense out of Lincoln’s deep racism. Their discussion usually focuses a few of Lincoln’s views and actions, with an argument he got less racist over time–and not centrally on the much bigger picture of racial oppression being the foundation of the nation, then as now, and on the white racial frame that was essential to rationalizing that foundation, then as now. And not centrally on how the war and Lincoln, and the war’s aftermath, were shaped by and shaped that systemic racism and its rationalizing frame. And what it meant that Lincoln stayed very racist in his views to the end. Lincoln was a willing servant of that foundational racism. Several years before he became president, in his famous debate with Senator Stephen A. Douglas, Lincoln demonstrated that he operated out of a strong version of the white racist frame. For example, he argued in that debate that the physical difference between the “races” was insuperable:...... As far as Darwin, most people do not realize the full title of his writings - he believed in "Favoured Races" - from what I understand a foundation for Eugenics Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, published 24 November 1859, is a seminal work of scientific literature considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. Its full title was On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life. - (from Wikipedia) Here is a cut from the University of Hawaii website by a Mr. Lienhard - "Did an older and wiser Darwin leave this youthful racism? He did not. In fact, he was sexist as well as racist. He said we'd be in trouble without the law of equal transmission of characteristics to both sexes. Without it man would've grown so superior to woman as to be a different species. Darwin shares a birthday with another great man who held equally racist ideas. That was Abraham Lincoln. Like Lincoln and the rest of the white race in the 1800s, Darwin never doubted the superiority of his kind. Like Lincoln, Darwin became a hero in the cause of human rights despite himself." Did an older and wiser Darwin leave this youthful racism? He did not. In fact, he was sexist as well as racist. He said we'd be in trouble without the law of equal transmission of characteristics to both sexes. Without it man would've grown so superior to woman as to be a different species. Darwin shares a birthday with another great man who held equally racist ideas. That was Abraham Lincoln. Like Lincoln and the rest of the white race in the 1800s, Darwin never doubted the superiority of his kind. Like Lincoln, Darwin became a hero in the cause of human rights despite himself. http://www.uh.edu/engines/epi617.htm I suppose I could have phrased my comments differently, but overall I stand by my comments - They did hold views that many would consider racist. This of course was in a different time, and knowledge available was not the same as it was today. I do not want to "smear" any of the people noted in my comments, as all had a major impact on all of us and where we are today. Scott Holbrook - sorry I did not log in I stand by the comments made within the content Scott Holbrook 2009-05-26T23:00:11Z Scott Holbrook comment-8309 2009-05-26T04:15:15Z 2009-05-26T04:15:15Z I took the family down Sunday, alas the price was way too steep for us to buy in, but it was fun hearing the music drift through the streets of Old Sac. The "free" stages were nice, and I liked hearing Mumbo Gumbo (so nice that Chris Webster is back full time!) on one corner, and the oompah of a tuba on another. My biggest complaint is price - but then again that is quite often my biggest complaint, be it for a pint of beer, or to listen to some live music. Diversity in music can only improve the Jazz Fest if you ask me! Support Live Music!! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-26T04:15:15Z Scott Holbrook comment-8227 2009-05-23T21:48:19Z 2009-05-23T21:48:19Z Volunteers are nice, but keep in mind tort reform is a long way away, also there are unions constantly keeping an eye out on those that tread on their turf (no pun intended). We in Auburn are trying to rehabilitate a swimming pool, there is a platerers union already warning us they are keeping an eye on the project, issues such as prevailing wage also come into play. And back to the climate without tort reform, insurance compainies cringe at the thought of a bunch of volunteers out there with weedwackers and other power tools taking care of business on public land! Not to be total doomsdayer, volnteerism is good - but not a solution, and can not replace trained staff Scott Holbrook 2009-05-23T21:48:19Z Scott Holbrook comment-8226 2009-05-23T21:44:10Z 2009-05-23T21:44:10Z Not if, but when! - My concern is when they raid the prop 1A funds, what are they going to do when it is time to pay them back? Scott Holbrook 2009-05-23T21:44:10Z Scott Holbrook comment-8109 2009-05-22T13:54:45Z 2009-05-22T13:54:45Z Having been a Director on a Park and Rec District Board for over 10 years now, it amazes me at how high costs are. One of the biggest expenses is dealing with regulatory issues, we are looking to spend tens of thousands of dollars to get the state to sign off on arsenic levels due to the discovery of a couple exploratory "pits" found on property we want to build a trail on. Prevailing wage issues, fees, etc... Funding for parks is minimal at best, and if prop 1A is attacked it will only get worse. Raising fees only hurts those who need parks the most, recreation programs typically do not cost rec districts very much as most programs are contract programs and pay for themselves, of course aquatic programs are big "losers" on the balance sheet, but provide so much to a community they are real hard to cut - especially in a climate such as the Sac Valley. Cuts are tough, and most park departments already are running at bare bones be it good or bad times, funding for new facilities via mitigation fees seems to be available when markets are good, but general fund dollars are always few and far between. Good luck to the council - I hope they realize the benefits parks bring, and the money they save in the big picture! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-22T13:54:45Z Scott Holbrook comment-8108 2009-05-22T13:45:40Z 2009-05-22T13:45:40Z This was fun - thanx, I always loved slamson, regardless of what ever else happened during a Kings game, Slamson never let me down! Long live the King! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-22T13:45:40Z Scott Holbrook comment-7418 2009-05-10T17:23:12Z 2009-05-10T17:23:12Z Strong Mayor position only works when you like who is the mayor. I like KJ in many respects, but honestly feel he spends more time in press freindly opportunities & blowing smoke than working on running the city & my point is that is probably o.k, as the City has a professional & experienced Manager better equiped to direct policy and budgetary decisions. A politician who's likely most concerned with rising up the political ladder or getting re-elected has priorities not necessarily aligned with making the tough decisions that are best for the city. Scott Holbrook 2009-05-10T17:23:12Z Scott Holbrook comment-7417 2009-05-10T17:17:19Z 2009-05-10T17:17:19Z In a few minutes I will be stopping by Big 5 to get a couple boxes of #8 12 guage shells as my boys and I head out to the Auburn Trap Club for a little fun & resposible recreation, this is a spur of the moment decision, I would hate to not be able to go due to someones idea of how best to protect me. Somehow the concept that the individual is responsible to society got flip flopped. BTW when will politicians start writing a bill that will ban pencils and other writing devices that allow for spelling errors. More legislation, more money, more loss of rights. Individual responsibility & common sense needs to find a place, next thing I know we will be shutting down bridges due to suicides. Scott Holbrook 2009-05-10T17:17:19Z Scott Holbrook comment-7416 2009-05-10T17:08:07Z 2009-05-10T17:08:07Z Those who have not experienced the guitar wizadry of Bob Woods who sits in with the Fortunate Few among several other configerations really need to check him out. I am glad to see they will be returning - next to Party in the Park (- o.k another shameless plug, www.partyinthepark.net) , the Friday night shows are a probably my next favorite fun times, thought the Happy Hours at the Torch Club can be a lot of fun too, all of which offer great music for FREE! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-10T17:08:07Z Scott Holbrook comment-7415 2009-05-10T16:55:30Z 2009-05-10T16:55:30Z That 1 Guy will be playing a couple shows in the Sac area, Tuesday he will be at the Miners Foundry in Nevada City, & Wednesday he will be at Beatnick Studios in Sacramento. That one guy has been playing venues and festivals around the world for some time now, receiving rave reviews and accolades - he takes the concept of a one man show to the extreme, whit his "Magic Pipe" and assortment of unique instruments - he provides a family friendly experience that must be seen to be appreciated, please visit www.that1guy.com or visit www.sblentertainment.com for more - ps emusic.com is totally cool - thanks Ann & crew! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-10T16:55:30Z Scott Holbrook comment-7340 2009-05-08T03:09:27Z 2009-05-08T03:09:27Z Be it in an inflated automobile industry or city government, layoffs ond contraction are a necessary component of recovery & hopefully sustained growth. The key is where the cuts are made, are they done via the path of least resistance or what is best for the long term? Scott Holbrook 2009-05-08T03:09:27Z Scott Holbrook comment-7339 2009-05-08T03:06:04Z 2009-05-08T03:06:04Z the trend of electing celebrity over experience & track records leads me to think leaving decisions to an experienced, educated and trained professional may be the best way to protect the public trust. I think that a reducing the number of council members may be a good idea, the ole too many cooks...... Leave the position of mayor as a primarily cerimonial position - the cities head cheer leader, travel around the country promote the city, open doors...... Scott Holbrook 2009-05-08T03:06:04Z Scott Holbrook comment-7212 2009-05-06T04:35:24Z 2009-05-06T04:35:24Z I am pleased with many decisions the Council has made lateley. Kevin I do hope you choose to stay local for an extended period. While town hall meetings and gathering input sounds good, fact is this is a representative system. The feel good appearance of listening to the people may look good, it does not really provide solutions. Just like the old I am paying for it myself, sounds good but really doesn't do much. The people elected you to make decisions, input if nice but action is the key! - Good job on K Street I know that will help, but it sure looks like the Mall needs some help. Strong stances will get us much further than political correctness. Don't worry about re-election, or your next step up the ladder - lead by example, and get things done - as mentioned before, follow through on your promises! and as always... Keep Smilin'! Scott Holbrook 2009-05-06T04:35:24Z Scott Holbrook comment-6164 2009-04-15T00:12:58Z 2009-04-15T00:12:58Z Support Local Music!! - If it is heard, seen or purchased locally - then that qualifies to me for local music - Thanks for the heads up on this - I will hit at least one of these shops and buy something on Saturday! ! Scott Holbrook 2009-04-15T00:12:58Z Scott Holbrook comment-5596 2009-04-05T14:18:46Z 2009-04-05T14:18:46Z It is great to be a sports enthusiast! What about handicapping? How can one get a tee time? Are caddies availabe? This does look like fun, what a great idea! Scott Holbrook 2009-04-05T14:18:46Z Scott Holbrook comment-5556 2009-04-04T04:33:03Z 2009-04-04T04:33:03Z PS emusic connect is a great resource - thanks to all there! Scott Holbrook 2009-04-04T04:33:03Z Scott Holbrook comment-5555 2009-04-04T04:31:44Z 2009-04-04T04:31:44Z With all the bands playin at the Merle Fest, will there be any room for attendees? should be the show of the week! Sing me back home..... Thanks again for the info Scott Holbrook 2009-04-04T04:31:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-5353 2009-04-01T04:11:44Z 2009-04-01T04:11:44Z Thank you - support local entertainment! Scott Holbrook 2009-04-01T04:11:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-5351 2009-04-01T04:05:30Z 2009-04-01T04:05:30Z Vlade truly cared about the kids in the community, both my boys were attendees at Vlade's camp years ago in Folsom, Vlade was there every day, encouraging and participating in a way few "celebrities" do, be it an athlete or otherwise. Another time as part of a Maloof program, one of my son's teams got to play on the Kings court after a game - Vlade went out of his way after coming out of the locker room to greet the kids - I can only smile when I think of Vlade and what he brought to this town & my own family - Thanks Vlade & Keep Smilin' Scott Holbrook 2009-04-01T04:05:30Z Scott Holbrook comment-5350 2009-04-01T04:01:52Z 2009-04-01T04:01:52Z It is nice to hear your perspective - I am afraid a salon can not help this ole man's bad hair life, but it is fun seeing the evolution (or possibly de-evolution) of hair styles - fun reading! Scott Holbrook 2009-04-01T04:01:52Z Scott Holbrook comment-5349 2009-04-01T03:57:29Z 2009-04-01T03:57:29Z The mayor a while ago stated in the sacramentopress.com, " I'm not going to be shy about using my connections with the Obama Administration to lead the regional efforts to secure funding for our area." - Maybe he can elaborate on how those efforts are going. Scott Holbrook 2009-04-01T03:57:29Z Scott Holbrook comment-5189 2009-03-29T05:13:05Z 2009-03-29T05:13:05Z Reminds me of the Music Man,.... we have trouble, right here in River City it starts with p and rhymes with t and that stands for Trouble..... Or maybe I am thinking of Dirty Dancing. Legislating morality is an interesting subject. I like the concept of "To Protect and Serve", not sure exactly what this law will protect or who it is serving. While I can think of may wiser ways to spend my money, I can not support this decision. I am sure there are many deputies signing up for enforcement of this law!! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-29T05:13:05Z Scott Holbrook comment-5188 2009-03-29T04:57:50Z 2009-03-29T04:57:50Z One great show missed is The Waybacks at Marilyns on K, Wed April Fools - more on this coming! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-29T04:57:50Z Scott Holbrook comment-4933 2009-03-23T02:37:30Z 2009-03-23T02:37:30Z There were 3 suicide attempts in the Auburn area in the past week. One jumped off a cliff near the Foresthill Bridge, another jumped off of a commercial building, of the 3, this was the only one that ended in death. It is a disturbing concept for me, further confusing by the public and dramatic methods utilized in all 3 attempts. As the pictures show, it is a wonderful and beautiful location, so sad to see such an ugly asterick upon it. I feel for the family and all who knew this person. I hope any that may feel suicide is an answer to their problems will reach out to someone, anyone. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-23T02:37:30Z Scott Holbrook comment-4890 2009-03-21T21:17:34Z 2009-03-21T21:17:34Z Hope it's for the music, not the free beer! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-21T21:17:34Z Scott Holbrook comment-4871 2009-03-21T02:28:44Z 2009-03-21T02:28:44Z Wishin' there was a spell check on the write screen! Gotta remember to cut and paste - Happy Hour at the Ridge starts at 4! again please come on up Scott Holbrook 2009-03-21T02:28:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-4870 2009-03-21T02:14:49Z 2009-03-21T02:14:49Z please send away! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-21T02:14:49Z Scott Holbrook comment-4869 2009-03-21T02:13:14Z 2009-03-21T02:13:14Z I was at a pre-screening a couple weeks ago, I think it would be a good DVD rental, some funny moments, but became very self indulgent, too much time spent with Rush also, besides Rush did not fit the age of the prime actors. I would not spend hard earned dollars on this one! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-21T02:13:14Z Scott Holbrook comment-4868 2009-03-21T02:10:04Z 2009-03-21T02:10:04Z Nice story & agreed the reserves deserve some kudos, but what are DART Calls and USAR activations?? Scott Holbrook 2009-03-21T02:10:04Z Scott Holbrook comment-4780 2009-03-19T13:34:56Z 2009-03-19T13:34:56Z I want to be a Judge on the next event! - Sounds like a fun time & a way to build some recognition for some fun spots to try out the entries Scott Holbrook 2009-03-19T13:34:56Z Scott Holbrook comment-4624 2009-03-15T03:36:12Z 2009-03-15T03:36:12Z amen! I believe it was a route similar to Business 80 - The Nut Tree in Vacaville, The Milk Farm (Dixon?), Shakeys in Sac & the Brown Cow in Penryn were all stops on the way to the mountains - all fond memories - All now gone! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-15T03:36:12Z Scott Holbrook comment-4623 2009-03-15T03:31:14Z 2009-03-15T03:31:14Z I better look out, I did not realize it was turkey season! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-15T03:31:14Z Scott Holbrook comment-4622 2009-03-15T03:27:57Z 2009-03-15T03:27:57Z I have taken my family to Every Christmas Story a couple times now - a highlight for all of us, JRW is great, as is the entire support group of Capital Stage - support this wonderful organization - live theather is about the next best thing to live music! Keep Smilin' Scott Holbrook 2009-03-15T03:27:57Z Scott Holbrook comment-4621 2009-03-15T03:21:57Z 2009-03-15T03:21:57Z Good comments Scott Holbrook 2009-03-15T03:21:57Z Scott Holbrook comment-4549 2009-03-13T15:16:01Z 2009-03-13T15:16:01Z Nice article & interview, while I love to laugh and smile, stand up is not muy usual bag, opting most often for some sort of live music. I did recently depart from the norm and attend a show at the Punch Line featuring another Last Comic Standing winner Josh Blue, he was quite enjoyable - but the venue was a disapointment, agonizing long wait for service in a sardine can setting, with a un relaxing cattle call loading and unloading of the facility. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-13T15:16:01Z Scott Holbrook comment-4548 2009-03-13T15:09:53Z 2009-03-13T15:09:53Z BTW - I wish there was a spell check available Scott Holbrook 2009-03-13T15:09:53Z Scott Holbrook comment-4547 2009-03-13T15:08:31Z 2009-03-13T15:08:31Z At my auto repair shop just off of Greenback and Sunrise in central Citrus Heights, there was a quite facinating mating ritual between about 8-10 turkeys. The Toms were all ligned up on one side, "presenting" themselves by puffing out all their feathers - while the Hens were lined up on the other side. Quite a special moment - I need to get a digital camera. What always amazes me is how the turkeys know how do disapear around the endo of October, soon to reapear after the holidays! Of course there were a couple folks that were wishing they had their shot guns with them too! Which brings up the question of "harvesting" wild "urban" turkeys. I do not think there are any natural predators of these birds, and population control is a legitimate topic. Not sure what the official take on that is - Scott Holbrook 2009-03-13T15:08:31Z Scott Holbrook comment-4539 2009-03-13T13:53:51Z 2009-03-13T13:53:51Z I spent much more time at the Columbus and Bay weird corner store than most other Tower stores, I loved the giant posters they had out - I pass it semi regularly now and it is sad to have it gone. I agree on clerks, and highlighted their importance in another article. Music snobs are my favorite people - I just don't care what kind of music they are snobby about, as long as their passion is honest to themselves. These days I find the top 10 lists of "internet" places like CD Baby, Miles of Music (MOM), Village Records.. provide the best source of discovering new music - Or even better, listen to KVMR 89.5 FM, or www.kvmr.org check out their schedule for genre's you like - then find out how to buy the music & buy it! - Thanks for the info Wm - I lived in the Bay Area back in the 60's and early 70's - on our way to the mountains, we used to stop at a cool pizza parlor with a big organ, was that the Shakey's you speak of - in our town Shakeys used to play black and white comedy movies & have ragtime music - just one more of those early influences that shapes my likes today! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-13T13:53:51Z Scott Holbrook comment-4538 2009-03-13T13:40:56Z 2009-03-13T13:40:56Z Thanks for the story. I hope the event is a success, I can not attend, is there a fund set up at a bank? If not I would suggest one be set up at a bank with numerous branches, it makes donations easier - or perhaps an address to send one to. In the mean time I send my best wishes to a speedy recovery. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-13T13:40:56Z Scott Holbrook comment-4479 2009-03-12T13:44:12Z 2009-03-12T13:44:12Z You never cease to amaze me - thanks Wm Scott Holbrook 2009-03-12T13:44:12Z Scott Holbrook comment-4503 2009-03-12T02:27:11Z 2009-03-12T02:27:11Z A unanimous vote from a city council on a controversial issue says a lot. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-12T02:27:11Z Scott Holbrook comment-4502 2009-03-12T02:23:19Z 2009-03-12T02:23:19Z Four score and seven years ago I brought up this same subject. It takes a village to police itself, on my honor I will do my best to do my duty & obey the journalism rules. Thanks for the reminder! Keep Smilin'! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-12T02:23:19Z Scott Holbrook comment-4501 2009-03-12T02:18:02Z 2009-03-12T02:18:02Z Suckers aren't the only ones born every day. The options that run through my mind, while temporarily might provide some satisfaction, I am afraid the police might choose to come out for. Maybe if you complain this guy is rummaging through your garbage you will get a response, but other than that be careful, if this was his 1st introduction to his new neighbor, the next one might be worse. I would turn over to you insurance company, as well as look at small claims court. I would also continue to park in front of my house if the space was available. Good luck! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-12T02:18:02Z Scott Holbrook comment-4464 2009-03-11T23:14:27Z 2009-03-11T23:14:27Z But what about me??? Nice review/article - Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T23:14:27Z Scott Holbrook comment-4463 2009-03-11T23:10:53Z 2009-03-11T23:10:53Z Michiele, I really feel you have abused the priveledge provided by the Sacramento Press. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T23:10:53Z Scott Holbrook comment-4462 2009-03-11T23:08:45Z 2009-03-11T23:08:45Z One of 3, but I think there is a more appropriate way to express it! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T23:08:45Z Scott Holbrook comment-4461 2009-03-11T23:06:47Z 2009-03-11T23:06:47Z A little more appropriate advertising piece - but again.... Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T23:06:47Z Scott Holbrook comment-4460 2009-03-11T23:04:11Z 2009-03-11T23:04:11Z Hmm - this one does not make me warm and fuzzy, a little more than promoting a local event. I never trust sites that don't tell you the whole story - If I go to the Sierra College, or other sites they tell me the cost of their programs, no dollar figures on this site. Personal opinion, looks like a sales pitch not unlike most pyramid programs I have run into. Successful programs will lay out exactly what they are selling, and what it will cost. Just an opinion, but I feel this type of submission is not a valuable submission for the sac press. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T23:04:11Z Scott Holbrook comment-4439 2009-03-11T22:56:05Z 2009-03-11T22:56:05Z I look forward to coming down and having one more reason to visit the area!, besides my kids love pizza, Ialways had a thing for Mermaids! Long term I think this was a wise choice! It is much more than 3 venues! BTW what was the final vote? Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T22:56:05Z Scott Holbrook comment-4395 2009-03-11T04:09:43Z 2009-03-11T04:09:43Z The names put a human touch on the story & makes it that more real - it sucks and I feel for all those who lost their job this round, and the rounds before. I hope that something positive happens and all could return soon. I send my best thoughts out to all of the names wether listed or not. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T04:09:43Z Scott Holbrook comment-4394 2009-03-11T01:17:29Z 2009-03-11T01:17:29Z Like it or not, profit is the way it is, and frankly I have no problem with that. The Bee has a responsibility to it's owners to be a viable entity, and to provide a return on investment. On the flip side, owners have a responsibility to provide the tools and funding to the Bee to be able to produce a "quality" product. Unfortunately the current business model is not working, and more cuts are being made. Cuts will continue until a balance is found or the Bee shuts down. I feel the key to success will be to remain a daily paper, with home delivery. They will have to provide a rationale to advertisers to utilize the Bee to get their message out. Unfortunately appealing to (not trying to be snobby here, but short on time) a caring / "sophisticated" audience seems to be the hard way to attact an audience (Jonas Bros., Zoolander....) The Bee will have to adapt their model to reach a broader audience. I think reducing subscription fees dramatically (perhaps $5.00/mo) and increasing advertising could be a way to go. - Something like SN&R but on a daily basis, focusing more on "news". Sections will need to be added and deleted......I also think reducing "bias" will be another point to their success.... I really like flipping the pages of a daily paper in the morning - I want that tradition to continue, and all those who lost their job be re-hired and more. The Sac Press is great, and I hope they find a way to create the income necessary to grow & to begin to pay the staff what they deserve. There is room for both formats & hopefully they can compliment and support each other. - gotta run.. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-11T01:17:29Z Scott Holbrook comment-4386 2009-03-10T23:01:11Z 2009-03-10T23:01:11Z Sounds like fun, have to add support your local film industry to the list of must-do's! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-10T23:01:11Z Scott Holbrook comment-4384 2009-03-10T22:32:06Z 2009-03-10T22:32:06Z I feel to trivialize and minimize the redevelopment proposal for numerous entertainment facilities on K St. to $5.4 million for a mermaid-themed bar is very far from fair. The K street renovation project is one of the few serious proposals to create jobs in the construction business now, and the potential to generate much more tax & job revenue in the future. Be it a corporation looking to re-locate, an NCAA organization trying to determine where to host a tuournament, or a family in Auburn trying to decide where to spend their limited entertainment dollars, the K Street project represents a lot of opportunity for the City and region in general. I hope people listen to the bean counters when it is explained the cost benefit of a project such as this. I applaud the staff and council for taking a proactive approach on this. I also hope that people realize that bids for construction are becomming increasingly competitive, and cost estimates from even 6 months ago are comming in much lower. Now is the best time possible to move forward if you can. Also realize as cheesy as Old Town Sac is, we drove down there from out of town, spent more than we should have (not at Fanny Ann's though - best deal around), & had a wonderful time at a fun destination. But OTS is limitied in it's offerings & is more of a "tourist trap" than K-St would be. Communities throughout the area are working to improve reasons for people to visit & spend under a variety of titles, from Streetscape to Downtown Redevelopmnet. Sacramento has a leg up on most other communities & to lose the momemtum and opportunity of this project I feel would be unfortunate. It is so much more than a mermaid-themed bar, it is an investment that if done right will bring in great returns on so many levels. As always.... Keep Smlin'!! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-10T22:32:06Z Scott Holbrook comment-4290 2009-03-09T13:22:27Z 2009-03-09T13:22:27Z Hmmmm - Casper was always my favorite ghost! - The movie sounds fun Scott Holbrook 2009-03-09T13:22:27Z Scott Holbrook comment-4281 2009-03-08T19:17:18Z 2009-03-08T19:17:18Z Ryan brings up some good points, but one thing I like is there is no hiding the fact many of the submissions in the Sac Press are opinions. One of the problem of the normal media sources is that editorial / philisophical opinions have infultrated "articles" or design of the paper. The Sacramento Bee is well known for this, and todays front section is a perfect example. I think this is one of the reasons for the decline of papers. I feel most people would rather get the details, and develop their own opinions. As the Sac Press grows, I think this format, where information can be presented, yet access and encouragement for "instant" debate is provided. This will actually help reduce bias in reporting. Just an opinion! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-08T19:17:18Z Scott Holbrook comment-4280 2009-03-08T16:36:51Z 2009-03-08T16:36:51Z Another way to address homlessness rather than building more places to house them, is to develop an economy that will create jobs that will provide income levels appropriate to pay for acceptable housing. There are not enough tax dollars to take care of the problem, there never will be, nor will there be enough "expendable" dollars to fund non profits that provide support. I think many are approaching the problem from the wrong end. Be it paying for public safety, education or homelessness, economic stability and growth are the answers. Temporary fixes need to be addressed during this crisis period, but long term solutions need to be focused on developing industry and jobs. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-08T16:36:51Z Scott Holbrook comment-4239 2009-03-08T16:22:44Z 2009-03-08T16:22:44Z I enjoyed sitting down with my coffee & flippin' through the pages of the Bee along with the Auburn Journal, both present a different take on how to cover news, and their role in the coomunity. Sac Press is a great addition, but does not replace the Bee. I think the Bee will survive, but will take on a different direction . Don't cancel your subscription yet - if fact if you don't have a subscription, now is a good time to do so, every voice lost only hurts in the long run Scott Holbrook 2009-03-08T16:22:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-4238 2009-03-08T16:14:13Z 2009-03-08T16:14:13Z Thank you - Support Local Music! Those who make it, those who promote it, those who host it & those who enjoy it! - Keep Smilin' Scott Holbrook 2009-03-08T16:14:13Z Scott Holbrook comment-4224 2009-03-06T14:56:19Z 2009-03-06T14:56:19Z Thanks Kevin - I look forward to someday listening to, or preferably reading specifics! I really wish you well and great success'. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-06T14:56:19Z Scott Holbrook comment-4199 2009-03-06T01:03:52Z 2009-03-06T01:03:52Z Tough to balance needs and wants many of the items you list on expenditures will help create a vital revenue stream, though not "right now" likely in the future. Problems the Mayor and council need to address are the programs and expenditures that do not or will not generate revenue, but are rather a drain. The Mayor has bragged about preventing brown outs, but obviously cuts needed to be made in other areas, and that is going towards personnel. Already the Probation Department in the county has laid off a ton of employees, thus no one is watching the probationers, "....the wheel keeps turning & it won't slow down" . It is a vicious circle, and many of us are waiting for some news from the City. Maybe the mayor can hold a Fire summit next! Every job in one department saved is another lost somewhere else. BTW what does overtime look like at Sac Fire? What has the fire department done to cut costs, to save jobs? Are there outsourcing that can be done? consolidation? Just thoughts - I really respect and thank every public safety person out there, I am married to one & realize that all the pieces of the public safety puzzle have a vital roll in the safety, quality of life not to mention piece of mind! Thank you to all Scott Holbrook 2009-03-06T01:03:52Z Scott Holbrook comment-4198 2009-03-05T23:57:08Z 2009-03-05T23:57:08Z I stand by my observations & comments. A look at the few comments shows I am not alone on my opinions, prior to election you had months and months of time to get a pulse of the community & to evaluate priorities. There was a unanimous vote of the council, what was your role, did you draft the aganda item? What are you doing to build consesus? A town hall meeting is great, especially in a feel good way. People are going to tell you they are upset about crime, teacher layoffs, quality of education, concerns about their safety & crime..... I am sure you will hear and emphasize with their concerns, but what are you going to tell them YOU are going to do about it in concrete terms? What policy changes are you going to propose and when? We hear you goals, but what steps are being taken to reach them? What are the benchmarks? Raising issues is easy, but I have not heard one "new" issue raised by you, nor have I heard anyone upset at you for raising them, the concerns I hear are what is going to be done to fix them . Facts are, numerous things need fixing & there is not enough money to fix them. Please Please Please could you provide some concrete planned proposals. Could you provide 1 policy change that you could introduce to help the gang problem, 1 policy issue that will improve the education system, 1 policy change that could help the business climate. State not paying taxes on their buildings good point, one that has been discussed often, but what do you propose to change that? Thanks for the response, look forward to another with some level of specifics. Assuming I am still welcome into Sacramento, would love to discuss issues with you, but I am more of one do do it over a beer or Margarita (or possibly a good cup of coffee) vs a town hall meeting! Also please come up to Auburn, lots of great places to enjoy there too. Good Luck & Keep Smilin'. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-05T23:57:08Z Scott Holbrook comment-4193 2009-03-05T20:04:01Z 2009-03-05T20:04:01Z The new law is a tool police can use - I just read about how people are possibly getting shot over "recycleables". Police will not be cruising looking for garbage theives on a regular basis (though I am sure from time to time a sweep may be done) any more than they will be patrolling for underage cigarette smokers. Unfortunately respect and common sense are not the rule these days, at least not by a growing number of people. I think it is sad that the issue got to the point of City Council consideration. I am sure it was not a quick decision, but rather one that can be supported and based upon input from numerous sources, including City Police, waste management and others. I think numerous examples were given in this story, and with a 6-3 it appears at this time to be a good decision by the representatives on the City Council. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-05T20:04:01Z Scott Holbrook comment-4134 2009-03-05T03:19:47Z 2009-03-05T03:19:47Z Well said, and I add very well written, you used your sword well and quickly highlight the difference between professional and amateur writing! It is a slippery slope, as many times I have found for whatever reason some will not choose to comment unless under the cloak of anonymity. While placing much less credence on anonymous, they still merit consideration. I would hope people would only choose to use a pseudonym only if an honest fear of retribution exists. This is a precious forum, and I look to watch it grow, I hope all follow your recommendations. Scott Holbrook 2009-03-05T03:19:47Z Scott Holbrook comment-4143 2009-03-04T23:03:00Z 2009-03-04T23:03:00Z Sad commentary on a segment of our population, be it cash or recycleables - not much sympathy for someone who would shoot for such un defensible reasons. I hope those responsible are aprehended soon - good article thanks Scott Holbrook 2009-03-04T23:03:00Z Scott Holbrook comment-4091 2009-03-04T01:09:04Z 2009-03-04T01:09:04Z Thanks Colleen I guess, I would not be considered by default! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-04T01:09:04Z Scott Holbrook comment-4104 2009-03-03T14:45:44Z 2009-03-03T14:45:44Z It is all in the eye of the beholder, though my wife will quickly answer no to that question! Others do it a heck of a lot better than I Scott Holbrook 2009-03-03T14:45:44Z Scott Holbrook comment-4103 2009-03-03T14:42:12Z 2009-03-03T14:42:12Z They tell me slow melting snow is what we really need, nice pictures!! I understand the Global Warming summitt on the East coast, was hit by major snow storms and blizzard conditions! Scott Holbrook 2009-03-03T14:42:12Z Scott Holbrook comment-4039 2009-03-03T01:56:27Z 2009-03-03T01:56:27Z Ditto on Jonathan's comments - a lot of shared influences, I look forward to checking them out - thanks Scott Holbrook 2009-03-03T01:56:27Z