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Post by hdgoddess on Sept 16, 2009 6:29:17 GMT -6
Please enlighten us o wise one. Since you stay out of the City what do you care what happens in MB. By they way the 1% tax is being applied in Horry County. The Legilature sneaked that in at the last minute. Also check out how much money Horry County gave MBACC. So everytime you buy anything in Horry County it gets recycled back to MB. Just thought you would want to know so you can stop buying anything in Horry County as well. Ha,ha,ha That's why it doesn't do any good to stay out of the city & this is for those that don't get it... 1.If you live in the city you're already screwed,you're the1st to get hit with the increase in taxes,increase in cost of goods. 2.If you live in the county then you get 2 fold,increase in all. & if you work in or near Myrtle beach you suffer as well. How can we let MB screw everyone in the county & not be in their face every chance we get. If you think the taxes you pay don't go back into MB then who do you think Marion Foxworth represents on county council? Let's see what all this does for South Carolina tourism. Remember our local boy Chad Prosser?Isn't he head of South Carolina tourism?
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Post by train on Sept 16, 2009 8:08:45 GMT -6
1st City of MB , then Horry County , and finally State of SC .... If you can vote for this election please do , it will mean a great difference in the long run ....
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Post by freebird on Sept 16, 2009 10:02:01 GMT -6
1st City of MB , then Horry County , and finally State of SC .... If you can vote for this election please do , it will mean a great difference in the long run .... You have hit the nail on the head. The best way to have a say in MB is through Horry County and Columbia. Any change in MB City Council is helpful but they can't spend what they don't get. And that is where I intend to exercise my influence. Time to go for my daily ride in the City.
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Post by howardstern on Sept 16, 2009 16:26:34 GMT -6
Gee, how did I know that would happen. I'll get in line now...
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Post by ressless1 on Sept 16, 2009 18:49:48 GMT -6
Howard, Most of us who are out of the area are naive about the local activities. The distance is the problem. Most of what we have to go on is what we read in the Sun News, and this site. And what you say is correct, it looks like nothing has changed, and there is very little opposition from the rally supporters. Discouraging, to say the least, and the candidates for change on the ballot don't seem very strong. In fact, most of them appear to have a personal axe to grind, although that is nothing new in politics.
We, in Asheville, face the same problems. A lot of retirees have moved in, and they don't like traffic, noise, tourist, or any lines at WalMart. Another group wants to ban motorcycles from downtown all together, due to the noise. As riders, we are need to heed the writing on the walln and ride quieter, before more restrictions are forced on us.
We will be down for the fall rally, and expect to spend some time, but no money, riding around the town. But our usual group of 12, is down to 4, with the rest of them waiting for Daytona.
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Post by rick on Sept 16, 2009 19:48:00 GMT -6
Sorry to respond so late but I frankly don't live on this board. Just read it ocassionally. Someone (Frog I believe) questioned my comment about complaining and the rocking chair. Well don't get your panties in a wad there big fellow. My comment was this: "complaining is like sitting in a rocking chair. It takes a lot of work and gets you nowhere". Which translated means, "we can all sit around and complain about the city and what's going on and get nowhere. Or, we can get in the city, get involved, create DIALOGUE with the powers to be and work on change." Not a dime to me means not a dime. Now how does that have anything to do with riding your bike in the city? Gas up before you come and get out before you're empty. Or, should your slogan have been "Not A dime, or a ride, or a foot stepped inside in 09? It's OK if folks don't wanna come in the city. But in my opinion you give the city what they want. I myself prefer to be more like the itch that can't be scratched. With the exception that I've been here 23 years and know who the true supporters are and I will spend my dollars with them. Why just today I had lunch at Donnie's saloon and must say it was worth every penny I spent. So my point is this, quit taking everything so personal. As bird say's, "If we all had the same opinion on how to fix problems then nothing would get done". Look at it this way, some stay out, some come in...together we got all the bases covered.
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Post by howardstern on Sept 17, 2009 4:59:05 GMT -6
You'll be happy to know that my panties are just fine. My opinion and stance has not changed. Truthfully, I've explained it in every way possible (I think) and I still believe that I do not stand alone. However, when things become inconvenient for some folks, a little tweak in the plan seems acceptable. That certainly is their (and your) choice and always has been. I certainly do not take any of this "personally". In fact, what happens in Myrtle Beach affects me so very little that it really doesn't matter. My stand was always about being chastized and singled out for my passion of motorcycling. Nothing more. Looks like I'll have to deal with that on my own terms.
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Post by rick on Sept 17, 2009 5:28:02 GMT -6
I don't think anyone is chastizing you. You do what you want...that's your option. As far as my choice (as you say) to tweak the plan because things become inconvenient, I was never a part of that (stupid in my opinion) plan of "Not A Dime" to start with. My stance hasn't changed a bit from day 1. I think bird can vouch for that. I've said from the very beginning we should continue to ride on MB and support those who support us. But again...that's my opinion so that's what I do. Doesn't mean you have to. BTW, didn't I see some folks with you wearing BATT shirts that were printed and sold in MB?
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Post by train on Sept 17, 2009 6:50:23 GMT -6
Hey Howie don't you work in city .... So every week when you get check the city gets theirs also ... So what is difference .... I got to ride thru City just to get out and wife has me put helmet on , which really pisses me off , as biker my main concern is getting rid of helmet ord before spreads State wide ....
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Post by Pat on Sept 17, 2009 6:51:34 GMT -6
For what it is worth, the original thought I had with regard to the boycott was in direct response not to the city's actions on the ordinances, but specifically the MBACC's support for them which became manifest when they setup the anti-rally website through and with chamber funds. That was Myrtle Beach business saying, through their chamber, that they did not want biker's business. So, fair enuff, if they didn't want the business, don't give it to them. The chamber continues to support the city's actions and positions, so I see no reason to lift the boycott. The boycott seems to have at least accomplished one potentially useful thing, introducing a split between the chamber and some of it's former member businesses via BOOST (and maybe HELP too). Maybe that will help work a change in the political scene as well. Dunno. Some who originally supported a full-up boycott could make the argument that now some businesses have stood up to be counted as visibily opposed to the ordinances,and are putting their own time and $ on the line to work against them. Under that circumstance, maybe it makes sense to support those who have done so (eg- react to changing circumstances). Others can say "that's nice, but until the ordinances and Mayor are gone, nothing is changed". I can see both sides on that one, although I personally still won't spend any $ within the city when I visit as long as the ordinances stand. For me at least, it never had anything to do with choosing to enter the city or not and in fact I made this argument when the Toy run came up and many said they would not participate because the route passed through the city. I offered the opinion, as one looking on from afar, that I saw no reason to allow the city to chase anyone out of the city entirely just because they didn't want you there. Quite the contrary, I thought a visible presence despite their desires was better, particularly when it came to public events paid for (in part) with your tax dollars. So, I did not then (and still don't) see a conflict between punishing businesses for the actions of the chamber versus choosing (or not) to enter the city (for those who have a choice in the matter). Of course, none of this affects me so it don't really matter what I think.
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Post by train on Sept 17, 2009 7:03:03 GMT -6
Make calls today , write a letter today , email today ... Helmet Ord has to go let them know even if you have done this before do it again don't let them forget City of MB is breaking State Law with every ticket written ...
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Post by hdgoddess on Sept 17, 2009 7:19:24 GMT -6
Anyone who works in the city & then preaches about staying out of the city should have their head examined. If it's good enough to work there then what's the problem? Why take a job there if you feel so strongly about a boycott?
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Post by hdgoddess on Sept 17, 2009 7:29:00 GMT -6
"Of course, none of this affects me so it don't really matter what I think."
You're wrong this effects everybody that comes to MB.As locals we should educate the masses. Folks that don't live here should know just how the businesses they frequent are being treated & by supporting these businesses in the city we are standing up for what is right & should encourage everyone we know to do the same. Not turn a blind eye to the travesty & let Myrtle Beach become a retirement community.
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Post by howardstern on Sept 17, 2009 15:46:39 GMT -6
As I mentioned a few posts ago... I knew that this would happen . Good luck Bird. You're gonna' need it.
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Post by howardstern on Sept 17, 2009 15:47:35 GMT -6
Careful... Elephants never forget...
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