JOE VIGLIONE STILL GETS CONFUSED ABOUT THE FACT HE IS A PUBLIC FIGURE

It's True!

Poor, confused, bemused and befuddled Joe Viglione is STILL routinely denying he is a public figure. Why look at what he wrote today on his blog...

"Having a blog and speaking at the city council does not give one the power or access to the media that elected officials have, and that members of the press have, especially within a community."

Now let's ignore for a moment here that Joe just said he doesn't have access to the media that 'members of the press' have even though he REPEATEDLY CLAIMS to be a member of the very same press he speaks about (aside: See? Joe really IS an idiot, isn't he?); I think this reprinting (with permission, natch) of the following post from the Medford Patch back when it was actually good.

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Hi all,
Here's something that brought such an immediate smile to my face and laugh to my belly that I thought you'd all appreciate it as a good way to put a lilt to your step and keep your weekend a happy one.

Elsewhere on the Patch today I found this statement:

"In Medford I am a citizen, not a public figure. Just because a new book on the Rolling Stones has a glowing paragraph on me (just released) doesn't make me a public figure in Medford, as part of the definition of public figure or limited public figure means how much access to the press a person has."

Well Mr/Ms (I'm not telling who wrote it), while your name merely being mentioned in a book doesn't make you a public figure (else everyone in the telephone directory would be one),

1) your being a television producer,
2) being an actor (whether union or non-union) starring in over 800 of your own shows which play (by your own reckoning) in hundreds of thousands of homes (and continuously producing and presenting these show for more than thirty years)
3) being a journalist in the Patch, on blogs, on other news internet sights,
4) having your own news blog stating "Your First Source For Medford Massachusetts News"
5) announcing to one & all that your are a legitimate journalist, a legitimate news source, entitled to all the perks and responsibilities thereof
6) having interviewed (and still doing so on an on-going basis) hundreds of celebrities, many of them major ones,
7) putting these interviews on Tv,
8) transferring these interviews into print and publishing them on the internet and elsewhere,
9) working at various public access stations (as you have publicly stated you do),
10) speaking before the City Council (a PUBLIC forum) week after week after week (and not just commenting on what the council speaks on, but actually bringing forth dozens of your own "petitions to speak"),
11) putting together your own public access station (as you keep reminding people you are doing)
12) listing your many positions as a public figure as part of your many credentials you present to the City Council when you get up to speak
13) filing all those public records requests and then reporting the results to the public
14) being a rock star having your own band
15) holding the copyrights to 100 or so songs and collecting royalties for them
16) being the owner/operator of your own record label
17) being a booking agent for up-and-coming rock bands
18) being part organizer of a twice yearly (quarterly?) music/records expo/convention at an area hotel
19) having your own Ebay store (you do still have it, don't you?)
20) being an adviser to elected officials, often supplying them with the information they use to bring forth and vote on City Council agenda items (these documents you give them become public records)
21) helping to find homes in the public for stray cays, dogs and other animals
22) organizing people for public protests
23) having a DVD video you produced, directed and edited (and mention at City Council meetings) for sale on Amazon.com

IMHO does make you a public figure.

And this is just what I remember hearing & seeing about you off the top of my head. I'm sure you have many, many more accomplishments I've overlooked (please forgive me, I'm not trying to slight you or any of these accomplishments - I don't know if being a pro se "attorney" fits the requirement for a public figure). You mention that "part of the definition of public figure or limited public figure means how much access to the press a person has" How much access you have to the press? You are the press... many, many times over. Why you've done so very much more than Rush Limbaugh and he's a public figure! Don't be so modest, don't be so insecure, so shy. Don't sell yourself short, if anyone in Medford is a Public Figure (and we know many do reside here), it's you! You are most obviously the BIGGEST MOST FAMOUS PUBLIC FIGURE in all of Medford!

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To the above well stated treatice, our humble blog can only add...

Like Bozo The Clown says:
"Always leave 'em laughing!"

LEGOGATE - PART 1: Vignette FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

The below information explaining the first component of what has now become known as LEGOGATE is from the following website: Lugnut.com

Vignette FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Updated: 2006-06-22 Welcome to the .vignette FAQ. Here you will find some general information and guidelines on vignettes and vignette building. Suggestions for this FAQ can be made to the curators Q: What is a Vignette? A: The word ‘vignette’ comes from the old French word ‘vigne’, which means vine. A vignette is the fancy, decorative design often found at the beginnings or ends of old books/manuscripts, describing the vine-like tendrils of the artwork or lettering used in decorative borders. Over time, the word vignette also came to mean ‘an unbordered picture’, then as ‘a short, literary sketch, or a short scene, as from a movie’. In terms of LEGO, a vignette is basically a MOC built on a small base. How small? Well, see below. To paraphrase Bruce Hietbrink in the first post to this newsgroup: “Small scenes built on small bases. They capture a slice of life, tell a small story in a scene, or provide a bit of humor. The small size encourages creativity, and allows fans with small collections to contribute. Quick to build, but long on thought, the emphasis with these models is FUN. Another way of describing a vignette is that it is a MOC you would place on your desk or shelf for viewing. It is not really designed for play, nor the movement of the pieces/minifigs, as most other MOCs are. Q: What is a Vig? A: Vig is simply an abbreviation for Vignette. Q: Is there a set scale for building Vignettes? A: No. Many LEGO fans have come to identify a vignette as being a MOC with a 6x6 or 8x8 stud base. Moreover, the 8x8 has become the accepted ‘standard’ in vignette building. However, to inspire more creativity (and hopefully more vignette MOCs from YOU who are reading this), we have set up a few guidelines/descriptions of what could also be categorized as vignettes. The intent is not to set any rules or limitations, but rather to help everyone understand that vignette building can be fun and innovative, and is limited only by your imagination and creativity. Size Chart for Vignettes: Size     (# studs)     Description   3x3     (9)     super micro   4x4     (16)     micro   4x6     (24)     small   6x6     (36)     small standard   6x8     (48)     small variant   8x8     (64)     standard   6x10     (60)     long   6x12     (72)     long variant   8x10     (80)     large   8x12     (96)     large variant   8x16     (128)     double vig   10x10     (100)     large   10x12     (120)     large variant   12x12     (144)     super vig   16x16     (256)     “Bignette” (Note: This term was apparently coined by Brickshelf user “k-hatch”.) [Note: These examples are based on bases with EVEN-numbered studs. You can have an ODD-numbered stud base on your vignette as well.] So how big is TOO big? Well, most people would generally agree that a 32x32 stud MOC would not be considered a vignette. So, as a guideline, a vignette should generally be on a base of no more than 256 studs (16x16).Again, this is only a guideline. Q: What about the height of a vignette? A: There are no limitations on height, as long as it is essential to the essence of the vignette. Ley Ward demonstrated extreme height in his vignette “Jumper”: Q: What makes for a good vignette: A: A good vignette should... Visually exemplify an action, idea, or thought; or lend itself to a descriptive title of the MOC. Look like a “snapshot in time” (as if a photo was taken at a precise moment) Be photographed well (hint: use the macro feature on your camera!) Be creative and FUN! Q: Can a piece extend out beyond the base? A: Yes. As a guideline, objects should extend out from the base no more than 4 studs. However, some MOCs may require parts that extend father from the base than 4 studs, due to the inherent length of the part, and/or its requirement as an essential part of the vignette. As long as it contributes to what the vignette represents, it is acceptable. (Note: A tree built on a 6x6 base, with branches extending out to form a 32x32 stud canopy would not be considered a vignette... and can easily topple over as well.) Q: What is a Modular Vignette (Vignette Model): A: A Modular Vignette (or Vignette Model) is a group of 2 or more individual vignettes that come together to form a model, such as a building, or a larger scene such as a sidewalk or road. The very first can be credited to Sugesaya, who linked 2 of his 6x6 vignettes (Busstop and Solitary Journey) : in this image Q: Who created the first LEGO vignette? A: Unknown. It seems that the vignette trend started in Japan, and not necessarily in the LEGO community. Bruce Hietbrink first brought LEGO vignettes to the attention of the LUGNET community in this post in September, 2004. Q: Are there any official LEGO vignette sets that I can purchase? A: At this time, there are no official LEGO vignette sets, per se. However, there are quite a number of sets that appear to have vignette-like qualities, such as these Star Wars sets Q: Can anyone build a vignette? A: Yes. Now go build one!

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yes; we know the above is a LOT of information to digest at one time, so we will refrain from posting part 2 of this gripping dissertation (entitled: LEGOGATE PART 2 - JoeVig) until tomorrow. Until then:

Like Bozo The Clown says:
"Always leave 'em laughing!"

NEW BLOG DISCOVERED - WE THINK YOU SHOULD READ IT!

WE LIVE IN THE MOST EXCITING OF TIMES!

Yes, folks... on the heels of all the "exciting and new" (que up "The Love Boat" theme) choices we have in our candidates for Public Office in Medford Massachusetts, there is only ONE story that could even possibly hope to eclipse these current events! That story is of a NEW BLOGGER joining the community! We proudly present to you the Neophyte Newbie blogger JoeVigIsAnIdiot (URL is https://www.blogger.com/profile/12324250685601673435) and their Brand Spanking New BLOG named

Joe Vig Is An Idiot

to be found at

http://www.joevigisanidiot.blogspot.com/


BUT
What is even more exciting is that we have obtained permission to mirror that blog's noble eforts right here on the pages of our own so very humble blog (dramatic pause)....


We humbly and meekly (but ernestly) that that blog's owner so allowing this!

SKELETON FOUND IN CLOSET OF ONLY BIDDER FOR MEDFORD PUBLIC ACCESS CONTRACT

Mr Viglione has publicly announced in the People's Forum of Medford City Council chambers that his was the only RFP received for running Medford's Public Access station. He has publicly stated that he has many qualifications. This publication will be examining his claims under the microscope of Public Inspection on his bid to operate a PUBLIC Access station.
With merely an initial Google search, we here at Medford Information Central have found the following Rip-Off Report entry filed against Mr. Viglione for not living up to his business promises. Here is the link to this report:

Report: #653390

Although we see later posts and rebuttals between Mr Viglione and apparent TV3 Medford participants, we ALSO SEE that the initial complaint was not leveled by any individual at TV3. This complaint states:

For over 30 years this "music producer", promoter, publicist, promises the moon but only takes your cash. When you realized that he is not going to what he says he can do and back out of working with him, you are $$$ in the hole with nothing to show for it. Then he threatens to sue you. There are a trail of bodies under his wheels in the Boston, MA, area. Beware. (end of filed report)

How & why someone (someones?) at TV3 added to this report is a mystery whose answer is not evident from reading the lengthy, boring and repetitive back-and-forth crossposts between the individual & Mr Viglione. The individual appears to be posting the text of actual court documents; giving the docket numbers + such to allow for verification if the reader so desires (this reader did not desire to do so). Mr Viglione's responses seem to be merely statements (repeated in post after post) alleging to be from different court documents but without stating docket numbers or any other references to allow for an interested reader (do any actually exist?) to verify or refute their accuracy.

Buf if one is to just stick to the original complaint, I am confident you will see evidence of the kind of stated behavior the report alleges to be in evidence from Mr Viglione's repeated City Council Meeting orations. Is this the type of Business Medford wants to run their Public Access Station. I think not.

But what do YOU think?

Inquiring minds want to know. Please post your thoughts in our "comments" section below.
Next up: We will be looking at the requirements for submitting the RFP and on how well Mr Viglione complied with these requirements.
Do stay tuned.

JOE FIBLIONE ASKS MAYORAL CANDIDATE TO VIOLATE THE TERMS OF THE CITY CHARTER

On his blog Tuesday night. Mr Fiblione makes requests (actually they are demands) of newly announced Mayoral candidate Stephanie Burke. We find particularly disturbing this following numbered demand of Joe's; as reprinted below:

10)Will you pledge to NOT be the Chair of the Medford School Committee and not take the additional monies?

Hey Joe... we hate to break this news to you but the City Charter actually requires the Mayor to chair the School Committee meetings in the City Charter passed by a majority vote of the residents of Medford. this is the will of the people. It overrides the "won't" Of Joe Fiblione. You demonstrate a shocking lack of knowledge of how the City works. You appear to be totally stumped when it comes to these legal matters.

Perhaps you should consult with an attorney to have it explained to you? We'd suggest you talk to City Councillor Bob Penta; but we understand that he is NOT AN ATTORNEY. maybe that's why he continuously makes the mistake of bringing forth to the Council Agenda resolutions to vote on matters the Council has no jurisdiction over.

CITY COUNCIL VOTES SEVEN TO ZERO ON SOMETHING THEY HAVE NO JURISDICTION OVER

Joe Fiblione reports on his blog tonight that

City Council Votes SEVEN to ZERO to MOVE THE TIME of the Acertainment hearing

All seven city councilors vote to change the time on April 29 from 2 PM to 6:30 PM at City Hall Comcast Ascertainment hearing.


Of course, the City Council has absolutely NO jurisdiction over this Comcast hearing, so their vote will do nothing and the time of the meeting will not be changed. It was another example of Bob Penta completely wasting the taxpayers' time & money with frivolous (because they can't do anything about it) motions.
Bob (Mr Time-Wasting) Penta further wasted the City Council's time in once more talking on, discussing with others and voting on a resolution to cancel the Republic Parking contract. Too bad the Council didn't make that contract - then their vote would have teeth and cause the contract to be voided. As it is, it means NOTHING. It has the same effect as you or I phoning the Mayor to complain. Let me correct that; it has one difference from our phone calls, it wastes the City's time and money to have the Counci Chambers open and lit to be an arena to these foolish antics.

So pretty much HALF of tonight's City Council meeting was a total waste of time perpetrated by a bunch (5 of the 7) of grandstanding glory hogs trying to show you & I reasons for keeeping them on the job and re-electing them for another two year term this November. Only Adam Knight and Fred Dello Russo refrained from the egotistical posturing and kept their comments down to a bare minimum necessary to move the evening along.

The other five showed us reasons why we should not vote them back into office for another term.

TWO-FACED BLOGGER JOE VIGLIONE BASHES MEDFORD MAYOR FOR DOING EXACTLY WHAT MALDEN MAYOR DID

Hey - did you see the latest "SCANDAL" Mr Viglione posted to that "other" Medford blog? Well of course in reality it is NO SCANDAL AT ALL, but take a moment to read it... Here's the link to it (we never mind giving his blog the extra hits - that's all Mr V lives for)

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What is particularly amusing is that while Mr Viglione continually bashes Medford and it's Mayor, he praises Malden and it's mayor, even though the Mayor of Malden made and signed the very same endorsement. Joe even provides the link to a page revealing this fact in another of his blog posts. Here is that link;

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And here is the list of the Massachusetts mayors who signed.

Kevin Dumas Attleboro Massachusetts mayor@cityofattleboro.us (508) 223-2222
Gary Christenson Malden Massachusetts mayor@cityofmalden.org (781) 397-7000
Michael McGlynn Medford Massachusetts mayor@medford.org (781) 393-2409
Daniel Rizzo Revere Massachusetts revere_mayor@revere.org (781) 286-8111

See what I mean? Looks like you've been caught with your pants down Joe.

Your lies have been outed again, Joe
NO WONDER people call Joe "Mr FIBlione"!