JACOBS LIVE WORKING OR YOU

"JACOBS LIVE REPORTING"

WOW, I just had a chance to sit down and give an update to my community. I have been out and about working for you. Latest events include the KIDS CLASSIC and outstanding event enjoyed by all in attendance. I had such a feeling of pride and accomplishment when I watched the KIDS run the races. Positive energy was the THEME for the day. A special Thank You to the YMCA for their efforts in making this another year of accomplishment for the youth in our community. It proves that our community can come together for the children. KUDOS to the parents, educators, running community volunteers, and local community contributors for giving of their time, effort and energy to make this day such a huge success.

Moving On: I was proud to offer my time in the most recent Clean Sweep efforts in the City of Kingston on Saturday April 25, 2010. KUDOS to the Friends of Historic Kingston for their organization and their ability to inspire citizens to become apart of such a rewarding day. Special thanks to our TEAM CAPTAINS Mr. Jerry Soldner, President of KURA, Mrs. Doris Soldner, Mr. Eric Winchell, Ms. Judith Sullivan and Mr. Chuck Jackson. Great Leaders making a difference daily in our community.

"THE TEAM THAT CARES"

This year we will have three seats on the Kingston City School Board up for re-election. As President for the "TEAM THAT CARES" I reach out to my public today and ask for your support of our three candidates. I have been and always will be a strong advocate for the taxpayers, students and educators in the City of Kingston. Recognizing the serious financial deficit that taxpayers are presently facing, the Team That Cares endorses three candidates that will be working for you and the students in the Kingston City School District.

Ms. Barbara Patrick, Ms. Doris Soldner, and Mr. Todd Langon.

Upcoming Events:

Kingston City School District Public Budget Hearing Wednesday May 5, 2010

at 5:30 PM at Ciconi Building, Crown Street, Kingston NY

Candidates Night Tuesday, May 11, 2010, 6:30 PM

at Clifford Miller School, Lake Katrine, NY

Tuesday May 18, 2010 VOTE for Kingston City School District Budget

and School Board Candidates

Please check your voting location.

LET"S GET OUT THE VOTE!!

"HOW TO APPEAL YOUR PROPERTY ASSESSMENT"

I attended a Public Information Meeting on April 20, 2010 at the Old Dutch Church hosted by Mr. Jerry Soldner, President and members of the Kingston Uptown Residents Association. Guest Speakers included, Mr. Mark Grunblatt, Counselor at Law and Mr. Jim Reffelt. Topics of discussion identified with How Estimates of Market Value are Determined for Residential Properties. I urge all residents and homeowners in the City of Kingston to become educated in an area of importance that affects your checkbook YOUR PROPERTY ASSESSMENT.

Last but not least I take serious issue with recent GRANDSTANDING tactics I have recently read in local papers. I am here working for you in the best interest of my community. I will raise the awareness if I do not agree with present administration, in all areas of government, including educational governance, city governance, county governance and state governance. Believe me when I say that a common thread runs through all forms of governing bodies. If we attack the people personally, we are taking valuable time away from the most critical issues facing all forms of government today. Everyone has a platform and every one's views and opinions should be respected. When you are climbing the political ladder to victory, reach out to your constituents by providing them with a PLATFORM that will inspire them to go out and vote for YOU. This is how you win elections.

Tune into JACOBS LIVE every Wednesday evening 8:00PM-8:30 PM on Kingston Area Public Access Channel 23.

Remember the Woman's Expo this weekend. Saturday May 1st, 2010.

Stay Tuned!!!!!!!!!!!

"JACOBS LIVE" REPORTS

"JACOBS LIVE"

WORKING FOR YOU

Good Evening Mr. President, Members of the Common Council and City of Kingston Residents in attendance this evening.

I stand before you this evening totally respecting you and your position as Leaders in our community. You are going to be facing some of the most serious financial decisions of lifetime in 2010. We are facing a crippling economy, loss of jobs, rising crime , and a city budget to master for the next year. I urge all of you to THINK OUT OF THE BOX. Currently we are pitting employees against administration which leads to poor moral affecting job performance. We must find a workable solution to the budget.

1. Residents are facing a possible 10-12% increase in KCSD school taxes which is no longer sustainable for taxpayers.
2. New York State is broke and should cut 30 Billion of spending over the next three years in actions from freezing state workers pay and benefits to axing aid for special education.
3. School aid and Medicaid, the federal health plan for the poor account for 2/3 of the state budget.
4. New York State is so broke it takes funds from itself to pay off Unapproved Debt.

We are living in a recession, depression and our fine city can no longer sustain the increases in taxes to offset the rising costs of our economy. Most of New York States debt is from falling tax collections and recent spending of billions of dollars. I urge the citizens of Kingston to take charge and become involved by motivating others to make a difference. Your tax dollars are at STAKE and the future of the City of Kingston. Stay Tuned!!!!!!!!!

"JACOBS LIVE" REPORTS ON DEFAMATION

DEFAMATION

In today's society we are so quick to pass judgement or in fact attack the very persons credibility, reputation, and family. The scars can last a lifetime and does the blogger really think about this before he/she makes their comment, that could result in serious consequences?

Online Defamation Law
The Bloggers' FAQ on Online Defamation Law provides an overview of defamation (libel) law, including a discussion of the constitutional and statutory privileges that may protect you.

What is defamation?
Generally, defamation is a false and unprivileged statement of fact that is harmful to someone's reputation, and published "with fault," meaning as a result of negligence or malice. State laws often define defamation in specific ways. Libel is a written defamation; slander is a spoken defamation.

What are the elements of a defamation claim?
The elements that must be proved to establish defamation are:
a publication to one other than the person defamed;
a false statement of fact;
that is understood as
a. being of and concerning the plaintiff; and
b. tending to harm the reputation of plaintiff.
If the plaintiff is a public figure, he or she must also prove actual malice.
Is truth a defense to defamation claims?
Yes. Truth is an absolute defense to a defamation claim.

I am mortified and angry regarding some of the most recent BLOG posts I have seen. Instead of building cooperation and trust we are breaking down the very platform we are trying to build which is a democracy and a better government FOR THE PEOPLE.

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE

"JACOBS LIVE REPORTS" COURAGE

HAVE THE COURAGE TO EVALUATE YOURSELF
A Leader uses power wisely and power is the prime mover of people and events. If you are to deserve authority and master the art of influencing others, you need a lesson in self evaluation to keep you on track. These four self evaluation questions will help:
Why do you want power?
What will you do with it?
What will it mean to you once you have it?
Who will you serve with your power?

When you have personal and position power in balance, when you are humble about your power, and when you are willing to empower others, you will make a difference. Grass Roots leaders and famous leaders alike know that power and greatness are not a goal but a by-product of learning how to serve. A TRUE LEADER uses power wisely. People lack courage by not identifying themselves on Blogs when they attack others. This speaks volumes to the person they are, behind their anonymous post. I am my own person, and it is not about how much education you have, how much money you make, where you come from or who you know, it's your enthusiasm for improving things and creating new opportunities. If America is to survive the next two hundred years, we must maintain strong political and social ethics. Remember this Anonymous Blogger’s,” We Lead by Example". Everything we say or do sends a message, sets a tone, or teaches people what to do or what not to do.

Recently On a local BLOG I was reprimanded for not checking my spelling. Let me remind everyone that ridicule is a potent weapon and their will be many times my leadership is ridiculed but this empowers me even more, to stand up for my beliefs and accept any criticism. This is why one of the qualities of a LEADER is a RISK TAKER. Hiding behind your words when attacking others makes you a Coward. Also when the BLOG MASTER has control of his/her Blog they make the decision to POST. This also reflects their credibility and, they should take this into consideration before the post is made.

"ETHICS IS THE MAINTAINING OF LIFE AT THE HIGHEST POINT OF DEVELOPMENT."

"JACOBS LIVE" SO PROUD OF HER COMMUNITY

"COLLABORATION is KEY"

Pride is in my heart this morning. WHY? I was privileged to attend one of the most empowering events in my 35 years of community service. I had prepared a public comment for last evenings Safety Summit which I am sharing with my viewing audience today.

Safety Summit
March 25, 2010
From: Jean C. Jacobs

Good Evening: Mr. President, Community Leaders, Members of the Common Council and Community members in attendance this evening:

I stand here before you this evening first and foremost to thank Alderman Thomas Hoffay for creating this public safety forum so we as a community can better identify the safety concerns and arrive at solutions together.

As a life long resident born and raised here and my children I take great pride in my public servant participation and speaking before you this evening:

My Theme
“Collaboration is Key”

Tonight we are here to gain the views and potential solutions and to strengthen relationships to ensure a productive approach to Safety in our Community.

This evening will provide an opportunity to develop and share understanding of the issues surrounding City safety with a clear exchange of views in providing an Action Plan for the future.

Some considerations include the fact that the cycle of violence affects us all and that cycle is one that needs to be confronted with change and positivity. We must seek to provide every individual the optimal experience free from violence inflicted upon them.
I am stressing the need for law enforcement officials, city officials, community groups and organizations, school officials and parents to work and partner with children and youth in our community to exchange ideas and how to best prevent violence, and improve safety within our community. By sharing this information here this evening we can SAVE LIVES.

The time for being upset is behind us and it's best to go forward together. Community Involvement is central to the prevention, intervention and suppression programs that our city employs. Tonight is a unique opportunity for residents to think broadly about strategies for addressing some of the most serious issues that face our neighborhoods. If you want to keep your neighborhoods safe, take this advice and never ever give up. Crime will never go away completely but we can intervene, we can prevent it, and we can reduce it.

In closing, I suggest as we move forward together, that in the future we break up in action groups designed to maximize partnerships to address public safety concerns.

Thank you for your time.

JACOBS LIVE REPORTS

"JACOBS LIVE"

NEWS BULLETIN

"THE TEAM THAT CARE ENDORSES

Affordability, Accountability, Academics

Kingston City School Board Candidates

Mr. Todd Langon, Mr. Michael Gill and Ms. Barbara Patrick

All three candidates ran for the Kingston School Board Previously and they will be a Voice for the People this year. Look for them on the campaign trail.

Please realize the importance of exercising your Right To Vote. Come out this year and Vote

for the candidate that will make a difference in the School Board Election. Your tax dollars are presently paying for education. Take ownership in your responsibility to vote.

Stay Tuned!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JACOBS LIVE REPORTS

JACOBS LIVE

WORKING FOR YOU

Jacobs Live always on the move reporting to the people. Giving you updated information and keeping you informed. I had the privilege to have as my guest last week on my show Mr. Anthony Watson, Recruitment Specialist for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ulster County. Mr. Watson was a superior guest and a wealth of knowledge. He is making a difference each and every day in the lives of our youth. I strongly recommend that you become involved and research the possibility of becoming a Big Brother or Big sister. The commitment is well worth the time and the rewards will be life changing.

JACOBS LIVE is proud to announce that this week I had Mr. Justin Ihne, Associate Executive Director of the YMCA on my show. Justin has been working for the YMCA for many years and his dedication and commitment to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities is well recognized. Justin welcomes you to to come down to the YMCA and take a tour. They have state of the art equipment and trained specialists there to answer any questions you may have.

Remember the KIDS CLASSIC is coming up on April 17, 2010. This event is a FAMILY AFFAIR. The KIDS CLASSIC started in 1996 and today far exceeds the original expectations. Justin reports that they have over 250 kids pre-registered and more coming in every day. Also check out the Healthy Kids Expo that day. Numerous booths will be available with educational information and fun things for the entire family.

Moving on: the YMCA Camp Seewackamano was the highlight of my children's life. As Justin described last evening the camp builds and shapes our children's character and their future. I urge all parents to inquire regarding this wonderful summer adventure. Your children will share in a time of their lives that will last with them forever.

JACOBS LIVE: also attended the Ulster County Legislature meeting on Tuesday 3/16/10. STANDING ROOM ONLY filled the room. The attendance was superior and the public comment lasted for over two hours. Speakers were very passionate about their subject content and many in the room had the opportunity to hear different views and perspectives on many issues facing our county governmental officials. The Pride of Ulster County Award was presented to the League of Women Voters, by Jeanette Provenzano, Minority Leader and a long time member of the League of Women Voters.

SPEAKERS INCLUDED: Honorable Mr. Paul J. Hansut presented his Majority Address which was compassionate, and right on target as it pertained to the many issues facing our State and local government. He emphasized the importance of the Ulster County Legislature working together in a bi-partisan effort for the residents of Ulster County. Honorable Jeanette Provenzano, Minority Leader, presented her Minority Address outlining many of the accomplishments of the 2009 Ulster County Legislature and their efforts in making change outlining many of them in her speech and their willingness to go forward in working together with the new Chairman for the betterment of Ulster County and the people.

In closing, I would like to mention that we all have to live, raise our children, work and share bread with our fellow man in our community. I take great pride in serving my community and would hope that we can all recognize the importance of this.