Mrs. John M. Picard

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  Published on: 8/31/2009    Last Visited: 8/31/2009  

  West Haven (WTNH) - There is some controversy brewing in West Haven over campaign signs for Mayor John Picard. But it's not the posters themselves bothering some; it may have to do with the timing that those signs are being put up.
  
  Summer isn't over and already signs for Mayor Picard are all over town; he said it's not too early.
  
  "I look at this as a non-issue, we obey the rules," said Mayor Picard.

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  Published on: 8/26/2009    Last Visited: 8/26/2009  

  John M. Picard MAYOR 937-3510 3rd Floor

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  Published on: 2/6/2006    Last Visited: 9/15/2007  

  Biography of John M. Picard
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  Mayor John M. Picard reads a proclamation declaring March 16 J. Paul and Therese Gill Day in the city as part of the 16th annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration in the Harriet C. North Community Room at City Hall.
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  Before an Irish blessing from Jette, Michael Enright, a 2005 graduate of West Haven High School, sang "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "Soldier's Song," respectively, followed by a greeting from Picard.
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  The Gills show off their newly unveiled sign with Picard.
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  From left, the Gills, Picard and New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade Queen Erin Collins.
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  Mayor John M. Picard, right, with Isabel and Pat Russo, who have been married for 64 years, at the 17th annual Valentine's Day party presented by the Holiday Festivities Committee at the Savin Rock Conference Center Friday.
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  Mayor John M. Picard, left, with newly married Savin Avenue residents Meghan Wyckoff and Gary L. Maisonave on Wednesday at the former senior center in the basement of City Hall.
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  Mayor John M. Picard won a friendly wager with state Attorney General Richard Blumenthal for staying in the cold water the longest.
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  Mayor John M. Picard, far right, accompanies the Bailey Middle School chorus under the direction of Paul Scanlon, far left, for the ceremonial heralding of the holiday season during the city's annual tree lighting on the Green Nov. 25.
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  During the event, Picard announced the winners of his first holiday card contest, Park Street resident Tim Cunningham and Ocean Avenue resident Lynn Pierpont, and launched a passport booklet program to lure shoppers to 14 participating downtown eateries and shops.
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  Picard, who served as master of ceremonies, helps this year's special guests, Shannon Johnston and her 7-year-old daughter, Emma, and 4-year-old son, William, throw the switch that sets the tree aglow.
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  Picard is all smiles with Santa and his elves.
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  Mayor John M. Picard greets guests and shakes hands with Monica Johnson, a former clerk of the City Council.
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  Picard talks shop with Walt Malasky at the three-hour celebration, which featured music by Vinnie Carr and a health and technology fair.
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  Mayor John M. Picard greets well-wishers at the April 12 dedication of a hand-drawn firefighting apparatus from the bygone era of the Savin Rock amusement park at the entrance of the Savin Rock Museum & Learning Center.
  
  The Savin Rock Museum & Learning Center showcases a hand-drawn firefighting apparatus from the bygone era of the Savin Rock amusement park.
  
  Pulled by 15 firefighters on each side, the new exhibit, which dates to 1888, is part of the Engine & Hose Company 1 that responded to fires at the old seaside playground, which closed its doors Sept. 21, 1966.
  
  Chief William S. "Wiggy" Johnson Jr. of the West Haven Fire Department, flanked by Public Works Commissioner Beth A. Sabo and Picard, addresses the crowd of more than 50 city, police and fire officials, along with residents and museum volunteers.
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  Mayor John M. Picard shares a laugh with former City Councilwoman Bernice Bowman, D-5, at the West Haven Senior Association's 38th Anniversary Party at the Savin Rock Conference Center Wednesday.

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  Published on: 7/27/2009    Last Visited: 7/28/2009  

  West Haven Mayor John Picard.
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  West Haven (WTNH) - Mayor John Picard has decided to throw his hat back into the ring after saying he wasn't going to run for re-election.
  
  "People just kept coming up to me and asking me to reconsdier and that was the main reason," said Mayor Picard.
  
  Last week, it was a political shocker when two-term Mayor Picard declined the Democratic party's nomination saying his heart wasn't in it; he wanted to spend more time with his family.
  
  "I do love the job but it does take its toll," he said.
  
  Five days later, it was a return to the race.
  
  "My heart is in it, 100 percent," Mayor Picard said.
  
  But his change of heart could end up a campaign issue because a Democratic primary is possible. Mayor Picard said now he is in it to win it.
  
  "I had long discussions with my wife, we're going to make family time," said Mayor Picard. "And I'm sure the people will not only understand but appreciate that."
  
  West Haven Democrats were supposed to meet tonight, so Mayor Picard could explain, but since he never actually withdrew the nomination, party officials say the original vote will stand and he will be the endorsed candidate.

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  Published on: 9/19/2006    Last Visited: 10/4/2006  

  Incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman, D-Conn., talks with reporters outside the Alma E. Pagels School in West Haven, Conn., Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2006, as he arrived for a visit to the school. At left is West Haven, Conn., Mayor John Picard, a Democrat, who endorsed Lieberman in his bid for a fourth term in the U.S. Senate. Lieberman is in a three-way race with Democratic Party nominee Ned Lamont and Republican Alan Schlesinger. (AP Photo/Bob Child) Height (pixels): 512 Width (pixels): 397 Series ID: 63a451cb-532b-4d82-bf37-eed0b5230f5f Photo ID: 63a451cb-532b-4d82-bf37-eed0b5230f5f Asset Type: PHOTO Previous Photo ID:

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  www.nhregister.com/articles/2009/07/27/news/new_haven/d - [Cached Version]
  Published on: 7/27/2009    Last Visited: 7/28/2009  

  Picard is back in the West Haven race
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  Picard stunned fellow Democrats at last Wednesday's nominating caucus when he declined to accept the party endorsement for his re-election campaign. He said at the time he was bowing out of the race so he could spend more time with his two-year-old daughter and wife, who is pregnant with the couple's second child.
  
  Picard said he changed his mind over the weekend after numerous friends, political allies and supporters asked him to reconsider.
  
  "Without question, it was the overwhelming, amazing support from the public" that convinced him to get back in to the race, Picard said.
  
  Picard said he "meant every word" that he said at last week's Democratic Town Committee meeting and denied allegations that his withdrawal and re-entry into the race were political maneuvering.
  
  Democrats still plan to hold a special meeting tonight to regroup after last week's surprise, which sparked political chaos and had opposing Democratic factions scrambling to come up with a candidate to put forth in the upcoming election.
  
  Democratic Town Committee Chairman James Morrissey said Picard confirmed the news to him in a telephone call this morning.
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  " The only reason why Picard won was because the morrissey team was behind him. When they wern't he would come in last with three thousand votes. He would literally get pooped on "
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  I am not a supporter of Mayor Picard and this certainly doesn't sway me.
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  Plea to Picard wrote on Jul 27, 2009 1:31 PM:
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  " John, you have made a mockery out of the title of Mayor, and I have been a supports of yours, but now I have to turn my back. The city already has a reputation of low life politics and Campbell Avenue bar corruption. I still believe we are one phone call away from a federal investigation. I use to blame Borer, but you have show inconsistency, handing out favors and lack of leadership. For you now to flip after you told multi media about leaving, it speaks volumes about your stability and ability to focus and lead. I would say go away, but if you stay, you need to turn it up, and I agree with Plea to Picard, you are going to need to kick butt and cut budget and pull out all the stops with the shoreline.
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  " Picard, you made a fool of yourself.
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  I can think of three words for Picard: untruthful, unbalanced and UNBELIEVABLE!
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  " Thank you John, for re-considering. You have been doing a great job under a lot of unnecesary critisim.
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  They would sell their own mothers for money, now John you have done that with your family. Just need to keep the pressure up on those that are carpet baggers.
  
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  Another Vote of No Confidence... wrote on Jul 27, 2009 3:51 PM: " If I were on the town committee I would insist on a psychological test for Picard. Not because he changed his mind but because of the open wailing and sobbing into his hands and telling multiple media stations he wouldn't run. West Haven can not afford to take a chance that he won't have mental breakdown again while in office if he ever does get re-elected.
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  John - which way will the wind blow tomorrow?
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  I think it was BRILLIANT how Picard took this plunge to get everyone off the CARNEY TRAIL.
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  Face it, Democrats, John has a better understanding of how to run the finances of this City than any of you could even imagine.
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  John Picard is a nut, costing the city millions, I will not vote for the bum!!!
  
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  westie63 wrote on Jul 27, 2009 5:53 PM: " John was taking his own survey/poll at the Savin Rock Festival on Saturday. He received many kisses and handshakes and this may have changed his mind. All in all, probably a good decision for the citizens of West Haven. But....John has got to clean up the West Haven Police Department. Chief Quagmire is running a corrupt department. The boys in blue are obiviously in a work slowdown now that contract negotiations are not going their way and they go to arbitration. They continue to screw the taxpayers of West Haven. If Picard doesn't fire Chief Quagmire before the election, he may well lose it.
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  " Picard is a nut. All that B.S awe he got kisses at the savin rock festival. He said that he wanted to spend time with his family obvisously he was lieing. And on the radio station he said he has a 1 percent chance he was going to run for west haven again.
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  " When are you oing to just come out and admit Picard and George Chambrelli kicked your butt when you were a kid ?
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  " You're full of $HIT !! I'm not political and I have been a client of John's at American Express financial and Ameriprise for years, ALL of his accounts were transfered to a different financial represenative almost four years ago.
  
  IF that call even took place it was as a friend not a business call and if you say it wasn't then name the person John called.
  
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  To lotsoluck wrote on Jul 27, 2009 9:14 PM: " Obvisously, you were hired by Picard and stevie d as mayor?? He has a better shot than seeing god then to be the next mayor of west haven " Report Abuse
  
  Mental health professional wrote on Jul 27, 2009 9:15 PM: " Picard needs medical help. He is clearly suffering from ADHD - attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. He is inattentive and very impulsive.
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  1. Picard and friends will get Stevie D in as chairman of the City Council.
  
  2. Picard and friends will extend the contract of Neil Cavallaro another 2 years, BEFORE the new BOE is seated.
  
  3. Picard will resign as Mayor and Stevie D will become Mayor without being elected.
  
  4. Carney will remain seated to the right of Picard.
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  Picard Resign wrote on Jul 27, 2009 10:23 PM: " You guys are funny, The country is starting to come out of the recession and positive signs are popping up all over, If Picards gets elected again WH could be totally out of Debt 2 1/2 years from now.
  
  Picard has MUCH bigger things he is looking for, he didn't take a pay cut to become mayor to listen to all of you jealous people with no lives put him down.
  
  Picard could very well be running for Govenor in a few years .
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  John please tell us the truth are you committed to West Haven or not???????? I'm sooooo disappointed.
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  John you lost my vote too bad I dont like the people running against you either. we are stuck wtih the cuckoos nest. This lady is staying home!!
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  But I must say I did not vote for Mayor Picard but I was actually respecting his decision. It was the first time I thought he was human and was okay with all of it. THEN he drops the stupid political stunt which I feel was totally manipulative and I go back to my original opinion that this guy is not truthful.
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  Why do you think Picard doesn't want the state coming in for.
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  " Picard did a better job thatn Borer.
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  They posted--" When are you oing to just come out and admit Picard and George Chambrelli kicked your butt when you were a kid ?"
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  Again proving my point about the thug mentality of Picard and his supporters.
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  There are only two losers here - his daughter (who loses time with her father) and Picard, who is a loser for bailing on his daughter.
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  " I am surprised also that John changed his mind and I understand that many people question his motives and actions. However we are all human and haven't any of you ever made a decision based on emotion ,only to find when you have the time to sit and reflect upon your decision that maybe you made the wrong decision ? or the wrong decision for the moment ? John Picard and myself can not be the only two people in WH that this has happened to. No matter what he does so many people will have nasty comments and opinions . I was sad to hear he was not running and now that he is again I am not sure if i will vote for him but I probably will. I most certainly would not vote for Rossi-I think she is the one who is a little unstable and not John! If you don't want to vote for the man than don't vote for him but don't make it out like he is mental for changing his mind! I am sure we have all at one time or another made a major decision only to change our minds somewhere down the road. unless you are a robot or something! and lastly if Picard got his friends jobs and what not please don't think he is the only mayor that has ever done that!! Has anyone ever taken a look at the BOE employees- most of them have been there for years -well before John took over- and most are all related to or neighbors

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  Published on: 8/28/2009    Last Visited: 8/29/2009  

  WEST HAVEN - City Councilwoman Nancy R. Rossi, who lost her bid to force a Democratic primary against Mayor John M. Picard, won the backing of a different party Thursday night.
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  Picard disputes the claim and has tried to cut ties with the advisory commission.
  
  In November, voters will choose between Picard, Rossi and Republican Planning and Zoning Commissioner Steven R. Mullins for mayor.
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  don't think Picard has done anything for her. The BFP people at least offer her an opportunity to run with them in the very important 10th District where the councilwoman there is frankly terrible, out for herself and her husband the former Fire Chief. That guy is a huge part of the West Shore finacial problem.. nyway Beth probaly would have won and got on the Council.. ut in true Beth style she wants the City Clerk job.
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  Picard 09 wrote on Aug 28, 2009 8:08 AM: " John will be victorious in November he continues to lead WH out of the mess left for him by theprevious administration the same administration that founded this ABF Party. (the name of the party itself is a joke) Dont you think someone who was mayor for 12 years should ahve lead WH into the future. Now he waits until his attempt at an 8th term to start a better future for WH. Now Cosica he's an interesting fellow. First a Republican, then a Dem, then a Borer Dem, then a Morrisey guy, then a Better Future guy. I think his voter reg card is made of white out ! "
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  They are behind the scene for Picard and DeCrecenzo. West Haven CANNOT move forward with any of them. They are ruining this town, and eating all of our food too!
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  If John Picard is standing on his record talk about that. Your comments are contradicting.
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  THEY SAID PICARD AND MORRISSEY WOULD NEVER GET TOGETHER AND THEY DID.
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  I just see a pattern on this blog that looks to me like those who support MAyor Picard always go after the prior administration in every response rather than talking about issues.
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  " Rossi couldn't have petitions signed until Picard either officially accepted the endorsement or declined it in writing.
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  " So you know everything, FACT: Rossi started the petion drive before Picard accpeted or declined anything in writing.
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  Someone said Ms Rossi is an accountant and has the background, so does Picard, but all in all, this is gonna be one hell of an interesting campaign this election year, I wonder who will fling the first mud pie....I got bets on that one but will wait and see lol "
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  Unfortunatley I think everyone knows however that Mayor Picard will be a lame duck because he looks like he half cares.

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  Published on: 8/31/2009    Last Visited: 9/1/2009  

  Picard signs spur debate on legality
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  WEST HAVEN - Campaign signs for Mayor John M. Picard are popping up all over the city in apparent violation of a local zoning regulation.
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  Councilwoman Nancy Rossi, who is running for mayor on the A Better Future Party ticket, said Picard's not in the primary, so he is violating the regulation.
  
  "Past practice was always that signs were put up 30 days prior to an election. From now until Nov. 3 is definitely longer than the 30-day period," she said.
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  In West Haven, Picard said he has not looked into whether the zoning regulation regarding temporary political signs is unconstitutional. And he denies any allegation that he violated the zoning regulation to begin with.
  
  "We put the signs up Aug. 20 and the primary is Sept. 15. If someone can't figure out that Aug. 20 is less than 30 days from Sept. 15, they have a math problem," he said.
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  " Picard is changeing the rules. The ordinace has always been obeyed.
  
  Picard seems a little desparate.
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  " Signs Signs everywhere there's signs....the good news is just how few there are for Picard ..a 2 term sitting Mayor should have the City papered with his signs.. agree that sign bans are a restriction of free speech. On the other hand placing signs too far out from an election, as in this case, is counter-productive.. Somewhere in late Sept.- early October Nancy Rossi's signs will appear. They will be fresh and they will be noticed.. he Picard signs will be tired looking as these things have a short shelf life.. o thank you JP 09 Committee..hey get some more Picard signs out there. ...It is ironic how Picard had the city hall thugs visiting senior citizens and threatening them 2 years ago if they had a Dorinda Borer sign earlier than the 30 day rule...Funny how Mike McCurry & crew are soooo silent on Picard signs...Can this maybe a double standard, thinking folkes want to know.
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  ou might want to know dear Zoning Commish that Picard has an endorsed slate that includes Debbie Collins and Fran Withington, both of whom Picard is trying to defeat.
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  ou might want to know dear Zoning Commish that Picard has an endorsed slate that includes Debbie Collins and Fran Withington, both of whom Picard is trying to defeat.
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  aybe this a good reason to replace Picard and get a Mayor who will appoint Commissioners who understand and possibly read the regulations they are over seeing.
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  John Picard just proved he can't do the math!
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  I will first address your "Picard appointment issue" FACT- Mayor Picard did not appoint me Mayor Borer did.
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  Then place John Picard in the Mayors seat for another 2 years and stop the petty bickering about FRIGGIN LAWN SIGNS. Signs dont vote poeple vote.
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  " Picard's math counts for reduced debt and balanced budgets.
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  John Picard for Mayor and then in tiny print that I couldn't even read, TEAM PICARD.
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  " I think Picard needed to catch up with the other three candidates that have him overwhelmed!
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  BTW there seem to be A LOT of Picard signs around and they are only putting them out in districts where his people a primarying
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  This is bolstered by Mayor Picard on TV last night in his best arrogant style telling us all that the signs are there to stay thru the ovember election..
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  " Dont you have enough politics in your own town without blogging here and calling names when you probably don't know Picard or Rossi.
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  ow please go to your neighborhood Picard for Mayor sign...Tell us where it is encouraging voters to vote for the so called "Picard Team " on Sept 15th..ooops it is not there because this is an illegal Picard for Mayor sign put up 30 days ahead of the allowed period ( and I don't care what some ACLU hack thinks, they weren't elected by me here in West Haven).Open your eyes and the truth shall set you free..it is good that you support the Mayor..with supporters like you perhaps we will all benefit by his soon to be retirement..Go Steve Mullins "
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  Picard signs spur debate on legality(51)

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  Published on: 8/22/2009    Last Visited: 8/25/2009  

  Mayor John M. Picard confirmed this week that he has received approval from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the state Department of Environmental Protection to move forward with the offshore project. Rebuilding the sea wall off Water Street is a necessary step in preparing the property, which is in the West River Crossing area, so that it can be marketed to developers.
  
  "These are not the things that wow people, but these are the things that need to be done," Picard said.
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  Picard said he plans to market the land to developers as soon as next week, when he participates in a tour of the region with real estate scouts.
  
  "We can now say to a developer we now have a shorefront to market," he said.
  
  The regional site selector tour was started by Picard in 2007 as a way to market south-central Connecticut to out-of-state developers and real estate scouts. The tour coincides annually with the Pilot Pen Tennis tournament next week.
  
  Buckheit said the approval means the city could start working on the project as soon as it gets funding, possibly within the next several months if all goes well.
  
  "My end of the bargain is I have to lobby for the money," Picard said.
  
  Picard said he has repeatedly discussed the matter with aides to U.S. Sen.

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  Published on: 8/15/2009    Last Visited: 8/16/2009  

  Mayor John M. Picard also refused to comment on the incident, except to say, "He was suspended for insubordination."
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  Last month, Picard approved an emergency expenditure of $53,000 to fix a major network crash and improve the system to prevent future catastrophic failures.
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  " All of you can cry now, Picard will be elected and then after a few weeks it will be Mayor Stevie D. To West Haven you reap what you sow. We had a good candidate and we did nothing. Yesterday when I read the paper I was sickened that Rossi didn't get the signatures. We all now know she is not back by any political machine, not Picard/Talmanalli Morrisey/Borer or any other machines present or past. Did any of you sign? I did. Never met her but read about her in the papers and watched the meetings on TV She was refreshing, would argue issues that benefited the taxpayers till the end. We finally would have had someone to fight for us and not fight for jobs and contract for her friends, family or political supporters. Oh yeah cry all you want now, Picard will be mayor, do you think a republican or better yet Dorito will win. Shame on you all "
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  For Steve (special olympics) DeCrescenzo to succeed Picard, he'd have to become City Council chairman. JohnBoy can't name his own successor.
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  My understanding is Mayor Picard was sympathetic towards the Olenick Family as Mrs. Olenick ill with MS and Allen was not even reprimanded!
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  Picard is on the ball and West Haven is lucky to have him. The Business Network seems to do what they are supposed to do. Should they work for free? Human Resources Director is a jerk, no matter to whom she is related.
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  Picard should get control of his subordinates. It speaks to his leadership. I am very disappointed at his loss of control.
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  " By the way it was Picard that fell out of favor with Borer when in 1999-2001 Picard questioned the bonding!
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  " By the way it was Picard that fell out of favor with Borer when in 1999-2001 Picard questioned the bonding!
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  Remember it was the council under Picard that had to be replaced!
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  I don't believe Picard is corrupt or stealing but I think he's got a blind eye to those doing it now!

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