Here is Proof why the Berry Administration needs to be Voted OUT!

The AG's Office released this memo today. This clearly opens the flood-gates for the lawsuits against APD top command staff; former COP Ray Schultz (who resigned in disgrace), Interim COP Banks (the person taking picture of the deceased), Tj Wilham (eating burritos), the nefarious Darren White (who also resigned in disgrace) and a horde of others.  Why would all of these idiots tramped through a crime scene? Why did they commit the acts they did at this CRIME SCENE? Didn't any of these cretins learn anything in "Cop 101?"

There is none lower when it comes to disrespecting the dead; not even being a pedophile. The smug arrogance of these members of Berry's Administration is repulsive.

Here comes another ten-million dollar case...

Was Darren White linked to Felony Cover Up?

One of our Eyes sent us this information. According to the information posted, Prom King Darren I was a bad boy!

The two stories centered on the use of NCIC (National Crime Information Computer ‘data base’). It is alleged that White allowed “APS senior administrators play with it in their effort to harass and intimidate whistle blowers and do background checks on their girlfriends.” One article claims, “The Attorney General's Office found that Darren White, personally, had broken the law, the NMIPRA, in his effort to suppress the truth.”

Then Sheriff, Darren White, supervised the NCIC data base, which is governed by the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigations). This supervision is huge and a responsibility that should never be taken lightly. According to the information in the two stories, White did not do his job supervising and protecting this law enforcement data base.

One story claims, “The local District Attorney, Kari Brandenburg has been charged with determining whether or not the evidence supports the filing of criminal charges.”

The Eye does not know if all this is true but this is public information. What we do know is this cause’s great concern for all, based on the appearance of impropriety. If this is true, why hasn’t the FBI investigated these claims? Kari Brandenburg has had this case for over four years. Why hasn’t Ms. Brandenburg done anything with this case? If this was a Fourth Degree Felony, the Statute of Limitation runs out in five years. Is this a waiting game? Could this all have been smoke and mirrors? Was this a result of political bashing of White?

The Eye invites and encourages any politician to write in to the Eye and provide their view.

You will have to decide what you believe. Well Mayor Berry? The public assumes that you did a thorough background check on White before you hired him. Is there any truth to these stories?



Sources cited for use in the above story:
http://www.nowpublic.com/culture/nm-1-congressional-candidate-darren-white-linked-felony-cover
http://www.nowpublic.com/culture/if-fbi-cannot-trust-nm-1-candidate-darren-white-why-should-we

White Gets Slammed by Albuquerque Police Officer’s Association Members

Albuquerque's Public Safety Director, Darren White, thought he walked on water, only to find out that he has been sunk and is drowning under water. Our Eyes tell us that today the members of the APOA laid down Thunder and passed a vote of “NO CONFIDENCE” on Albuquerque’s Public Safety Director, Darren White. The Vote passed by an 84% margin, this is similar to the results by New Mexico State Police of 89% vote of “NO CONFIDENCE.”

The Eye On Albuquerque covered this story last month in, “APOA Members Offer to Lay Down the Thunder.” We followed up yesterday with, “Time for Heroes to Shine.” Both stories covered the prior “NO CONFIDENCE” vote that was conducted by New Mexico State Police.

Below is an excerpt from those two stories:

In one of the Eye On Albuquerque stories, “APOA Members Offer to Lay Down the Thunder,” the story stated in reference to the vote of no confidence in White; “This would be huge; but nothing new to White. New Mexico State Police did a “Vote of No Confidence” against White on September 27, 1999. It was reported that 89 percent of the New Mexico State Police had “NO Confidence” in White.” The Eye has also received several messages from people claiming to be with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department expressing displeasure in White. If anybody looks at White’s track record, it is probable that the results will be similar. White left the State of New Mexico post he held shortly after this powerful statement by the New Mexico State Police Officers.

White’s credibility as a leader has been seriously compromised by this second vote of "NO CONFIDENCE." White’s problems seem to follow him where ever he goes. There is no other way for the rank and file of the Union to express their discontent with White; short of revolting in the same fashion as the people of Egypt. What will it take for the Republican Mayor Richard J. Berry to heed to all the warning signs and flags that keep going up? This “Vote of NO CONFIDENCE” reflects poorly on the Mayor and his Administration.

At some point in time White needs to exam his conscience and ask the question; "Am I right and everyone else is wrong or is everyone right and maybe I am wrong?" We all know the answer. Perhaps Mayor Berry should apply the same question when he is examining this latest blow to his Administration.

Time for True Heroes to Shine

Thursday will separate the honest cops from politically pressured stool pigeons. The members of the Albuquerque Police Officer’s Association will be voting on rather or not they have confidence in who has been referred to as the City’s “Top Cop.” No not the Chief of Police, Ray Schultz, but Public Safety Director, Darren White. We all know that the men and women of the Albuquerque Police Department strive to have solid morals and values. The Department’s mission statement states;

Albuquerque Police Department Mission Statement


We, the members of the Albuquerque Police Department, believe in the shared responsibility of police personnel, government leaders and citizens to improve Albuquerque's quality of life and to defend our community. We vow to uphold the U.S. Constitution, to fairly enforce the laws of New Mexico and the City of Albuquerque in order to protect life, property and rights. In partnership with the community, we will engage in policing to maintain order, reduce crime and the fear of crime through education, prevention and enforcement.

Source:
www.cabq.gov/police/images/psp_brochure.doc

The issue here is; “government leaders.” The Eye On Albuquerque has carried several stories concerning White and his leadership and management style (or lack there of). Schultz has a past history of leading and managing the Department in the right direction. Schultz has some faults but some of his faults draw a line directly to White’s misguided leadership and management style.

In one of the Eye On Albuquerque stories, “APOA Members Offer to Lay Down the Thunder,” the story stated in reference to the vote of no confidence in White; “This would be huge; but nothing new to White. New Mexico State Police did a “Vote of No Confidence” against White on September 27, 1999. It was reported that 89 percent of the New Mexico State Police had “NO Confidence” in White.” The Eye has also received several messages from people claiming to be with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department expressing displeasure in White. If anybody looks at White’s track record, it is probable that the results will be similar. White left the State of New Mexico post he held shortly after this powerful statement by the New Mexico State Police Officers.

It appears his leadership and management style is not suited for law enforcement. Oddly enough, Mayor Berry continues to go along with the charade. If this vote by the APOA Members is different than that of State Police, it may only signal that White has the political magic wand to control some of Albuquerque’s Finest.

Whichever way this vote goes, we must respect the men and women who had the strength and integrity to bring this issue to the forefront of the public and our Mayor.

See APOA Members Offer to Lay Down the Thunder @ http://eyeonalbuquerque.blogspot.com/2011/01/apoa-members-offer-to-lay-down-thunder.html

Taos, New Mexico: Frosty the Snowman Comes to Town

There must have been some magic in that old hat alright. Our Eyes told us about our local Frosty the Snowman, aka; Public Safety Director, Darren White, who led a procession of APD officers up to Taos, New Mexico, to assist with the Gas Crisis. White with the rest of APD in tow used full emergency equipment; red flashing lights and emergency sirens. If this is not an abuse of authority; what is?



Emergency equipment is intended for an “emergency.” The Eye is sure that Taos did not need APD running full emergency code for hundreds of miles. Let’s compare the lives that were placed in peril due to this overt action, compared to how many lives were saved? Oh, that’s right; there was not an immediate threat to life in Taos, New Mexico. The community leaders in Taos had already set up adequate accommodations for the people of Taos. What was Albuquerque’s leadership thinking?

Here are a few quotes from the real movie that seemed fitting:

Frosty: Happy birthday! Hey, I said my first words. But... But snowmen can't talk. Ha ha ha, come on now, what's the joke? Could I really be alive?

Traffic Cop: That silly snowman. Once they come to life, they don't know nothin'.

Source:
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064349/quotes

The irresponsibility that was displayed only proves further that APD needs more competent leadership. The Fifth Floor and the Eleventh Floor will now sit around and pounder why citizens are upset with the police; actions speak louder than words, this type of behavior speaks loudly enough for itself. The Eye does not falter the officers but the leadership (or the lack there of). Who was leading the procession? You already know the answer to that question.

The Eye tends to agree with the “Traffic Cop.” What say you; King (Mayor) Berry? Are the jester’s in your court making you look like a fool?

For your entertainment, below is a photo for you to compare Frosty and White.

Mayor Berry’s Administration Sets a New Record

The Berry Administration is setting a new record! The new record being made is for making so many bad decisions. The decision making process in this administration is compatible to a simpleton. At least a simpleton wouldn’t allow people to freeze.

The State of New Mexico was hit with a massive storm accompanied with a frigid arctic blast last week. It was estimated that 20,000 homes on the Westside of Albuquerque lost gas service. During this same time many other communities within the State suffered similar conditions.

The City of Albuquerque activated the Police Department’s Emergency Response Team to Espanola, New Mexico. The cost is huge; there are 45 officers, four sergeants, and two lieutenants heading north to Espanola. The cost per officer’s overtime rate is $37.50 per hour, each sergeant is $45.00 per hour, and each lieutenant is $52.50. Every hour the team is gone is costing the City of Albuquerque $1,972.50 per hour. Every twenty-four hour period costs the City a total of $47,340.00. Plus the cost of gas, wear and tear on the City vehicles, and room and board. Who is going to pay for this? The Governor has declared a “State of Emergency,” this should be handled by the National Guard and/or the New Mexico State Police.

Here are a few questions that need to be addressed;

Why didn’t our Public Safety Director, Darren White, who is paid thousands of dollars per week to protect the public, know about this before it became a disaster for the Westside homes?

Why didn’t our Emergency Preparedness Coordination, Sal Baragiola, who is paid a huge salary, know about this before it became a disaster for our Westside homes?

Why didn’t the City activate the Police Department’s Emergency Response Team to service the Westside homes?

What happens when Albuquerque needs those officers?

Why weren’t these officers activated for our neighbors in the Bernalillo area?

The Honorable Governor Martinez did call for a reduction in electricity and gas usage. Perhaps if our City Administration were doing their jobs by calling for a reduction in a timely manner; this who mess could have been obverted. We have a Public Safety Director, Darren White, and an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, (former undersheriff to White) Sal Baragiola; whose only purpose is to protect the citizens, but when we actually needed them, they were cuddled around the fire and letting the rest of Albuquerque freeze. Another discerning issue is, when they did realize the problem, there was a “knee jerk” reaction. The Administration over-reacted by activating the Emergency Operation Center; costing the citizens thousands of dollars. The comparison is bringing the dog in after he is frozen to the ground.

Oddly enough, 20,000 of our citizens were cold and went without gas and City officials do nothing. Espanola has a little less than a fourth of that (4,107 household) and the City of Albuquerque sends fifty police officers, over a hundred miles away to help someone else out? The issue here is not giving help to the City of Espanola, but the failure of Albuquerque's City Administration to service the community that pays their huge salaries’.

The State and the City is expecting another storm on Tuesday into Wednesday. It makes us wonder if the Three Stooges, in the Mayor’s office, can figure out what to do and when. Maybe it’s time for City Council to step up and make corrections. The appearance of nonfeasance of duty is despicable.

Source:
HOUSEHOLD CHARACTERISTICS

Total Housing Units in Espanola, NM
At the time of the last census survey, there were 4,107 total housing units in Espanola.


Household Population in Espanola, NM
The household population number in Espanola was 9,620.

http://www.americantowns.com/nm/espanola-information

The Honorable City Council President, Ken Sanchez, Apparently Believes in Honor

Albuquerque’s Public Safety Director, Darren White's truthfulness has come under fire recently, particularly after the January 3rd city council meeting where city councilor members did not understand why White said one thing to them, and another to the Police Department. White spearheaded the new take home car policy which removed vehicles from approximately 180 loyal, seasoned police officers. The vehicles were removed from sworn officers. It seemed no one understood his reasoning or his antics. Meeting after meeting, one man stood by the officers, stood by public safety; that man is the Honorable City Council President, Ken Sanchez. He was vocal about his views and remained open-minded throughout this entire ordeal. President Sanchez was never ashamed for his continued support of the officers and the public’s interest. In fact, President Sanchez went to the APOA Union Meeting held on January 20th, vowing his support and his will to fight. He encouraged officers to stand up for their beliefs and continue to voice their opinions.

It appears that the relentless pressure from the Honorable City Council President, Ken Sanchez, has crushed the will of the foes involved. So, what does this mean? According to our Eyes it means that as of 6:00 P.M. tonight all 180 plus officers get their cars back! The Honorable Ken Sanchez knew what was right for the officers, right for the citizens and right for public safety. Once again, maybe the “Berry Bad Mistake” folks will take note of this admirable man and follow suit. It should also be noted that the Honorable Governor of the State of New Mexico, Suzanna Martinez, placed a moratorium on the purchase of any new cars for the State of New Mexico, except for public safety. Simply said, public safety must come first. For those in the Berry Administration who keep missing this important point, we can pull out the crayons and draw you a picture that you might be able to understand.

We can only wonder what statement, if any White will make. It was his idea after all to take the cars away. Do you think he had an epiphany? The timing of his epiphany comes into question, as the Vote of No Confidence is due to be voted on in less than three weeks. Is he hoping officers will think he is the hero, and it is because of him that the cars are back? Give credit where credit is due. In fact next time you see Ken Sanchez, tell him "Thank You…Thank you for doing your job, thank you for being fair, thank you for your hard work, and most of all thank you for not allowing yourself to be bullied.”

A special recognition must be given to Councilor Debbie O’Malley for standing up and voicing her thoughts, also!

Councilor Sanchez Viewed by some as a Good Samaritan

Last night at the APOA (Albuquerque Police Officers’ Association) meeting, the Honorable Councilor Ken Sanchez attended. Sanchez’ attendance was in response to an open invitation from the APOA.

Sanchez addressed the audience and said the take home car program was funded until July of 2011 and that he did not understand why Public Safety Director, Darren White, was in a huge rush to confiscate the cars from APD officers. Sanchez went on to tell the audience that the City Council did not take any money from APD but actually gave APD additional funding. Sanchez also said the City has seen an increase in crime since the cars were taken. Sanchez said the City Council was supportive of the cars and alluded that Darren White did not tell the truth.

Sanchez inferred that the City Council is in favor of returning the cars to the officers and placing the restriction on future officers. This would allow future officers to plan accordingly with their career as well as where they choose to live. Sanchez also said the eleven mile radius from the Big I is not adequate and perhaps it should be modified to a fifteen mile radius.

Councilor Sanchez seems to know and understand what the City needs. Perhaps Mayor Berry needs to consult with the City’s Councilors and get direction instead of chasing his tail in a circle behind White. Otherwise, the citizens could be looking at another, “Berry Bad Mistake.”