Drew Carey and Reason TV expose the incredible story of Pinal County's treatment of San Tan Flats. It's an entertaining look at an unbelievable example of how government bullies can destroy lives.
After you see the video, you will want a link to the Pinal County Board of Supervisors. At a minimum, you should send them an email. But I'm thinking recall petitions might be more effective.
UPDATE: I just realized that this story was prominent in the Tribune as well. I found the video on one of the national blog sites, but now I realize that most of you have probably already seen it.
UPDATE II. Dude, I should get a TV. I've been roundly mocked by readers who say this video has been everywhere. By way of apologies, I'm offering full refunds to all readers who send in a self-addressed stamped envelope. Please include $1 for handling.
Greg -
Yes, how is cave life these days? :-) Yup, this story has been all over, however I hadn't seen this clip, it was very well done. I didn't know the story behind the owner(s), very glad that I do. I may have to make a trip all the way out to the QC just to 'invest' in the San Tan Flats future. I'm not a resident of Pinal County, kind of glad I'm not, wish I was so that I could help in the recall.
There really has to be something (someone) behind the persistent abuse. Seems like some state government entity should be taking a look into what's going on.
All these years and we're stilling having to fight 'City Hall' to stop the abuse.
Posted by: Tod | January 21, 2008 at 08:01 AM
I don't hang out much on the northern ends of Pinal County - so I wasn't aware of this story.
I would say that the controversy hasn't hurt business.
I suspect the theory that someone is trying to kill the business and then buy it on the cheap probably has some merit.
The young man is getting his lesson in government.
ron
Posted by: ron | January 21, 2008 at 08:21 AM
One would think with all the controversy over Stan Griffis, Pinal County would be doing things to stay out of the unwelcome limelight. Appears the opposite is true now in the old Florence building. Maybe they should bring back Jimmie Kerr...
Posted by: Phil Esposito | January 21, 2008 at 09:50 AM
I guess I've been living in a cave too! Thanks for putting it out there.
Posted by: onesoldiersmom | January 25, 2008 at 05:51 AM