To blog or not to blog:
Dear Readers,
I created this blog in order to share my experience of living in Central Louisiana. Last September, in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, I moved back to Alexandria after five years in Houston. Although Alexandria is my hometown, I am somewhat ignorant of the local political climate. I moved away before the “new” City Council was elected, so my perspective is very different.
The purpose of this blog is to open up a dialogue about the state of local affairs. I attempt to shy away from the petty issues; however, I have little patience for lies and obvious political manuevering. When I post information from outside sources, like the document I linked earlier, I am simply sharing knowledge that already exists in the public domain. I am not attempting to personally vilify anyone. In these instances, I am simply posing a question. I hope that readers will understand that this fulfills the basic definition of a “blog.”
I recognize that many people are fed up with the way government is being operated, and I invite and appreciate their comments, suggestions, and advice. I also understand that Alexandria is a small city, and for this reason, it is important to choose our words wisely. But I refuse to shy away from seeking the truth and finding a common ground. If anonymous individuals want to continue sending me threatening e-mails, then they should probably know that I am flattered they’re reading. You’re not scaring me, because you just don’t get what I’m trying to do.
Unlike many people engaged in this debate, I am not on the government’s payroll, and I only have one agenda: to promote a better, safer, and healthier Central Louisiana. Sometimes, this may require me to write about controversial issues. Sometimes, it may require a little detective work. I’m not working on this project because I am seeking office; I’m working on it because I think it’s interesting.
If you want to disagree with me, that’s perfectly fine. Feel free to send me an e-mail or give me a phone call. Discussion is critical. When you’re too busy attacking people, you’ll never be able to bring them to the table.
Rock on,
Lamar
CenLamar 
“to promote a better, safer, and healthier Central Louisiana”
Lamar I believe that is the aim of most of us. Blogs are one of the few places civil employees can speak their mind in relative safety. Yes the rants do come out and personal feelings are made known. That is human nature. If I had known 20 years ago what working for the city of Alexandria would expose me to I would have stayed in the private sector. A sense of civic duty can hide the stench for a while but it wears thin the past few years.
Our future is vested and dependent on younger people such as yourself taking an active part in our community. Keep speaking your mind and ignore the Phlistines on the sidewalk. They only talk to hear their head roar anyway.