Will he run for office this fall?
MASON CITY – In an exclusive interview, Max Weaver told NorthIowaToday.com that he is “on top of the issues” in Mason City and paying attention to city business.
“I’m watching,” Mr. Weaver said Saturday in East Park as he finished up his volunteer job with a police triathlon. “I’m on top of the issues. I get just as many phone calls from people as ever. I try to help everyone as much as I can, at least steer them in the right direction.”
Mr. Weaver knows lot of people have been asking the question “Where’s Max?” He attempted to answer that question Saturday.
“I’m being respectful,” Mr. Weaver stated. “I can stay out of things. I wanted to give this group at City Hall a chance. I’m not real happy with how things have gone.”
Of course the big question is “Will you run for office this fall?”
Mr. Weaver stated “It’s way too early for that. Lot of time left. I talked it over with my wife. I really don’t know.”
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Weaver has an undying love for this community, he genuinely cares about it and the people who live here. He is one of the finest watch dogs over the city’s money. His attire both confuses and upsets most, especially those who have never met him.
Politicians like Urdhal and Bookmeyer really dislike him because he easily sees through them. He says exactly what is on his mind and he never puts himself first. The person who beat him only did so because Max’s people don’t vote, they talk
a good game but they don’t vote. Maybe after what we are all living with now they realize just how important voting really is.
Well just who in the hell matters more ? The general population or the team of thugs on deck? At any time.
You just sealed the deal on who you are and for by saying that.
Question is why don’t you want someone out there like Max letting you know about any screwing to the general population? Even though you may like and approve of the workings. It’s your world too.
Do you go drinking with them?
Wake up! A little disruption? Try being him when the OTHERS wouldnt even clue him in on their thoughts or plans! Ever. He wasnt included on their vast schemes. They knew they were pulling fast ones and plenty of tricks for the citizens!They knew this guy Max wouldnt allow the dasterdly deeds! And you wonder why some disruption? You guys wouldnt be able to handle what he dealt with. Who wouldnt get get a testy!
everyone please answer this poll.
#1..Has Max ever lied to the citizens of Mason City?
#2..has anyone on the current council ever lied to the citizens of Mason City? name names please.
I do not know the answers 100%, but this poll should tell you something. Everyone please respond #1, #2
Max Weaver is probably, in the IQ sense, smarter than anyone currently serving in city government. He also understands the people of MC, their needs, and MC’s history, better than just about anyone. Getting Max back on the Council would send the strongest message possible that someone is looking out for the average Mason Cityans. Someone who can’t be, won’t be, rolled, by the Powers That Be. But Max doesn’t like to campaign, and he probably won’t campaign, or line up an organization. But his opposition will. And until Weaver decides that he will develop an effective team that can get him elected, this discussion is meaningless.
WhatEVER. Everyone is soooo scared of Max. Why cuz he’ll look at you one day and tell you the truth? That’s it!
That’s no act buddy. Bring it all on Max anyway you want! We Need it! Wake some of these ass’s up!!!!!!!
Let me start off by saying I have known Max for many years. I like Max as a person. I like Max’s grotto. I think,Max wants what is best for Mason City, BUT I don’t agree with his style.
Max went from being that really weird guy in the back of the room yelling things to the kinda weird guy at the podium to the kinda eccentric guy at the table.
I think he is a very smart person that thinks at many different levels and has a hard time keeping focused and coherent in his arguments or discussions.
I see why posters on this site like him. He is a very nice person that tries to look out for the little guy.
I don’t think business wise that Max is good to have on the council. I have heard from multiple people that they would never do business in Mason City because of Max. Is this just B.S., maybe.
I think in the end ,because of his style, he is bad for Mason City.
Remember this is just my opinion and we will probably see this November if the voters want to give his “ACT” an encore.
Good catch observance! 49er scolding you as he totally messed up his fine “communication” skill.
You are right, how does he know who get’s lost on delivery? Just because he does. Only a simple minded “OFFENDED” type that’s who. Ah obviously.
Max does an excellent job always. I’ll take some tude before a looong drawn out yap with a smile telling me I’m screwed.
Oh I see you like when they come with smiles as the knife is inserted. Who said that makes validity? It’s ALL about those things. 1st you say when they are continually offended then went on to say this is not about being offended. Amazing.
Yup simple communication.
Your right Observer that special access Bookie’s open door policy is only for the rich. Look what Blimpmeister done for the Harley, give Minert all that money, our money. That was when Todd Blodgett AKA nazi crack head took Steve Minert out to the country club they had lunch with Bookie, there deal got going right then and there. When Max get’s in that shit will stop it never should of began in the first place.
How about Robin return those statues and bring some of those rusty bikes, bowling balls, rocks, old signs and other treasures from Max’s park uptown and we could have saved a lot of money and show off Max’s artistic side- GO MAX
Screw delivery! Anyone who can’t handle delivery needs to stay in the house and close the shades and by no means turn on the tv. Everyone is sick of some one getting offended! Look what is going on in the world. Fragile and foofu personalities will not make it! Man up!!!!
Thank you Max Weaver!
Max had some good, even great ideas but the message would be lost in the delivery.
We need Max… he may get a bit over the top once and awhile, but, he isn’t mean spirited and he cares about the 98%.. The rest of Mason City that the Mayor and the Council don’t give a shit about….
“I would trust Eric to run my business any day of the week, he knows how to treat people and employees and get the most out of them.”
Right!
Let us examine the record.
Openness and honesty: 0.0 If he would cut off citizens comments at council meetings, imagine what value he gives to staff? As if he really values their acumen and long experience doing the jobs. Treats the press unequally.
Values his internal customers: 0.0 Threatening to displace the Sanitation Department employees with poorly paid contractors.
Creates a positive work environment: 0.0 I have yet to hear a story where employees felt happy to show up for work, and felt as if they are appreciated by management. If such stories exist, please share them.
Displays Leadership through example: 0.0 Excessive spending on projects with no real need, in a time of tight budgets. Then cuts the budget of what many consider a service to citizens, making it harder for them to seek redress.
Embraces ethical behaviors: 2.0 While not unethical, many items in the past three years were not well publicized until the last minute when voted Council on them(statues). Then there were instances where the Leadership knew that there was mild conflict of interests, yet no action was taken to encourage them to recuse themselves.
Open Door policy: -20.0 Some have access well beyond what a single entity should be given, while average citizens are sometimes ignored. Does not appear to require other elected officials who he leads, to establish an Open Door policy either.
Strives to be a good neighbor: -10.0 Uses taxpayers funds for projects that create excessive environmental noise pollution (despite the noise Control Act of 1972, Iowa Code, and various local ordinances) This in turn has been found to negatively affect the health of it’s citizens and reduces their quality of life.
If he was leading a business, one hopes he would have been unemployed by now, for the good of the shareholders!
Love him or hate him. Max is one of the ONLY people who ever sat on that council and would fight for the people. (He would ask the questions that no one else wanted to bother with.) It didn’t matter what part of town you were from if you had a concern and took it to him he would bring it up. Our city council needs a complete makeover.
Like or dislike, Max makes people pay attention. He encouraged me to attend my first city council meeting after a lifetime of living in Mason City and it was an eye-opener! All the best to Max in whatever he chooses to do. And t
If somehow Weaver runs for mayor and is able to defeat Bookmeyer, all you will be doing is exchanging one clown for another. You will be no better off than you are now!
He get’s the most out of his employees alright. Just ask any of us who work at the hall.
Weaver forever!
Bookmeyer blows! A 2.0 while driving!
Right thats why you’ve heard from him so much. A real publicity whore. Suuuure. The only thing Bookmeyer could run circles around Weaver is in the DRINKING ring! People can’t you remember anything?
Matt get out the archives these dingles are gonna need a refresher. Come on all the things Book and councilmen where caught by Weaver doing over the yrs. Really…really?!
Figures, a golfer