Resolve Wray matter
I appreciated the widespread support shown me as a newcomer candidate for the City Council. I was encouraged that a large bloc of voters and I shared similar opinions about city government.
My best wishes go to the new council. I will watch with interest as it tackles issues of gangs, drugs, policing, water, transportation -- while remaining focused on budgeting. Greensboro is on the economic rebound but warning signs suggest a need for conservatism in budgeting and managing expenditures.
The new City Council needs to address forthwith the David Wray matter and bring it to a conclusion. In light of the SBI investigation and grand jury findings, we are entitled to know why Chief Wray was forced to resign, and whether his personnel file should be cleared and his name restored in recognition of his many years of commendable service to the city.
Bill Knight
Greensboro
The writer was an unsuccessful candidate for an at-large seat on Greensboro City Council.
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Right on Bill, well said!
Posted on December 7, 2007 8:18 AM
Too many people would have to admit they were WRONG for this to happen, Mr. Knight.
Including the main instigators of the entire issue, Lorraine Ahearn and the News & Record.
Ain't gonna happen.
Posted on December 7, 2007 9:26 AM
Our esteemed newly elected by default Mayor Yvonne Johnson agrees that we must resolve these issues. Then she went on to clarify her comment by saying "even if we must agree to disagree", in other words: let's get on with sweeping this under Greensboro's filthy rug and get on with fleecing the public." BB
Posted on December 7, 2007 10:12 AM
Resolution, understanding and forgiveness can only come when light is shed on the truth. To "agree to disagree" is a coward's way out and a typical ploy of the guilty.
Posted on December 7, 2007 10:51 AM
Spot on Bill. I hope in the long run Chief Wray receives justice and that the City Council can get past Mitch's lies and make David whole again
Posted on December 27, 2007 4:47 PM