It seems Mr. Smola objects to citizen input to the newspapers similar to the way he objects to most anything when he doesn't get his way. The citizens of Tyrone are clear in their desires; fund the restoration of Shamrock Park in an equitable manner! Mr. Smola's request for additional data borders on the ridiculous. Statistically, the data presented vs the data requested is negligible. And, Mr. Smola's objection to having walking /cart paths fits in well with the survey submitted from his own residence – "Would like to add skate board and dirt bike trails". Now, that ought to promote a safe, quiet park.
The Mayor, forced into yet another vote, objected to having the will of the people and the results of the Shamrock Park included as part of the upcoming Comprehensive Study. So far, the mayor was forced into three votes since the Council changed, with no decisions on her part enhancing the lives of the citizens of Tyrone.
The citizens of Millbrook, in cooperation with the State and County, would like to see their sewerage problems fixed. Adding additional capacity to the Town's public sewer is not the answer. Does either Smola or Letourneau read the paper? Mr. Amos alluded to the following at Thursday's council meeting. Per the AJC, a request from Union City for 1.4 million gallons per day for Union City's use was requested. In addition Fairburn's need for additional capacity from the Fulton County facility due to their expansion surely eliminates this option. Well, maybe not! Fulton County will probably reduce capacity for their towns to provide Fayette County's Tyrone with additional capacity – sure.
And while we're talking about sewer why is it that John Wieland's portion of the current allocation is always addressed when the commercial portion of the allotment was, per the original contract, awarded to Mr. Phil Seay? The commercial portion of this contract is for 60,000 gallons per day, an ample amount to serve the citizens of Millbrook and the "commercial" building of the Alliance Theater and the shops of Tyrone. Are there ulterior motives for not addressing and trying to correct the needs of the citizens of the 50-60 homes in Millbrook? Inquiring minds would like to know.
And now to the library! When it was brought to the Council's attention that a site for the library has never been formally brought before Council nor was the site ever approved by Council, bewilderment ensued. A small oversight that requires correction before the State's funds and Tyrone taxes are spent.
And, if Mr. Letourneau is either so bored with the procedures of Council or if he is so superior to the other Council members, perhaps resignation is in order. If not, the citizens of Tyrone would appreciate a little more respect by not rolling his eyes and by holding his head up without the use of his hands.
And last but not least. How did the Mayor inject HER selection for the Comprehensive Study? This subject was not on the agenda! Council was not consulted! It was stated that the selection was made from the larger subdivisions, etc. Where is Pendleton's representation? Are they too pesky? Where is representation from South Fork, Carrowmore or Windsong? The citizens of Tyrone and Council should be approached and a non-biased selection should be made. At that point, Council should be asked to approve the selections.

Why are Mayor Lee and Smola working against the citizen of Tyrone? That is the question that needs an answer. The citizens spoke out against Weiland and the development of South Hampton; that fell on deaf ears. The citizens spoke out against Weiland and their newest development; that too fell on deaf ears. The citizens spoke in favor of beautification of Shamrock Park; that fell on deaf ears too. For elected officials who are supposed to be looking out for the best interest of their community, these two seem to be blind! The latest vote against Shamrock Park is just downright STUPID! Maybe someone should get that Forensic accounting firm that looked at the Sheriff’s department to take a look at Lee and Smola. Might be interesting to see what is found!

of councilwomen Caldwell and Furr are so blatenly obvious, they are putting it ahead of what the people want! Smola made fun of their survey about Shamrock Park at every chance, he even stated in this paper that he thought the surveyors would just fill them in themselves! He is..GREEN... with jealousy! You see his little survey about the library cost the taxpayers a bundle! First he unveiled a $6,000.00 drawing of downtown Tyrone with the library sitting on land the town didn't own. People seeing it for the 1st time almost had heart failure because in his master scheme of things he had 'work/office' buildings drawn on top of the homes they were presenly living in. Shocked residence voiced their dismay at being left out of the planning and justifiably wondered how the new imminent domain law was gonna work. To settle them down he mailed a survey that cost about another $4,000.00, give or take. Then what did he do with the small number of replies he got? We don't really know, cause he decided on a spot for ..his.. library that wasn't even on the survey. Another waste of taxpayers money!
Councilwomen Grace Caldwell and Gloria Furr went door to door with their survey and it didn't cost the taxpayers one red cent! They also did something quite logical, they printed it in the paper. You only had to mail it in. It was one of healthest things that happened in Tyrone in years. People were so starved for being a part of things, they came out of the wood work to help Gloria and Grace. Nobody felt they had to be asked, they just wanted to help. It was wonderful. This is what is killing Smola and the Mayor. People know these 2 Councilwomen care about the people of Tyrone and are willing to give of themselves to help the people of Tyrone, rather than spending their money at every chance!