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Old 03-26-2008, 03:43 PM
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Default Dario Zaffarano, and Steve Holmes know the law!

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Everybody mentioned is an attorney. Attorney's interpret the law and give opinions. Judges rule on the law and adjudicate accordingly. All that matters is what the judge believes. Since you didn't appeal in a timely manner you have chosen to wage what seems like a personal vendetta against the people you hold responsible for problems that you have created. It's time to move on.
I am not asking the judge to allow a mini-horse in Nevada, he can't do that, if he said allow it, the council would just say we don't want to! As I said before you have to learn the role of the court!

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Old 03-26-2008, 03:52 PM
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Judge Van Marel cited Nevada's municipal code regarding bothersome animals, explaining that as the ordinance reads, it is unlawful to harbor horses in the City of Nevada.
He added that Nevada did not need to prove that Applegate's horse is disruptive since the ordinance states that these animals are unlawful to have, but he felt the city had indeed proven the horse is disruptive to the community.
Legally, Judge Van Marel said, this decision is not difficult, that Applegate's horse may be a small or miniature horse, but it is still a horse.
Judge Van Marel's ruling found Applegate in violation for having her horse in the city limits. His judgment was that she pay the $50 penalty imposed along with any court costs, giving her 60 days to pay the fees. More importantly he ruled that Applegate move her horse out of the city limits no later than Feb. 15.
Judge Van Marel added that Applegate did have the right to appeal the court decision. Instead, Applegate has decided she will appeal to Nevada City Council.

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she appealed to the city when she shouldve apealed to the judge?
the judge said the city prooved above an beyond tha horse was a horse and disruptive?
in 5 yrs. even my dummest brother cold get a klew
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god your dum.
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u in rhoad island or rock island, IL? cureous.
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they dont allow horses in town. pet pigs and stuff are ok. horses no. shhe must not want to beleve the judge when he said a horse is a horse . of coarse.
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you are you're own warst emeny. waik up and smell the horse poop.
While I don't think the OP is doing herself any favors by continuing to pursue this matter you, of all people, have no business calling her dumb.

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Old 03-26-2008, 04:06 PM
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While I don't think the OP is doing herself any favors by continuing to pursue this matter you, of all people, have no business calling her dumb.

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Old 03-26-2008, 05:07 PM
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The issue is not the mini-horse, and to get that pet allowed is a simple task of changing city policy, this can't be achieved thru the courts, as the judge can't tell us what pets we want to have in Nevada, and if we want to have only one type of dog breed, one color of cat, large horses, small horses, only big dogs, no small etc. that is our right, as under homerule we choose what policy we want to live under. When Story county attorney Steven Holmes, attorney Dario Zaffarano, and others tell you they feel the city has treated me {Rhonda Appelgate} unfairly, or that city officials have treated her as a "Bothersome citizen" simply because they feel they can. I believe that should be a very "LARGE" red flag for all Nevada citizens.

When the city officials have also been told by Story County attorney's office that My actions, {Rhonda Appelgate} are not illegal, and simply within her right, and obligation to petition for redress of grievances, and this goes to show that it is a necessary part of all citizens right, and obligation to critique and regulate the actions of those we delegate, or hire to protect and serve us so we can ensure the job is done in a manner that is per the appropriate law, and indeed the "Rule of law" is applied fairly to all, even those we allow to apply the law. But in Nevada Iowa that is not happening, and our officials are abusing that power, and trying viciously to beat me into submission, and make me afraid to expose the truth, and dangerous actions of Nevada's abusive officials, as proved by their actions in court ,and the fact that they have been told by people of authority, and legal knowledge that the actions of me, {Rhonda Appelgate} are not illegal, but said officials continue to try and damage the character of their target, and continue to try and stop her voice, and deny her rights to be involved in any, and all city issues she deems necessary! Just like this anonymous poster, who I believe is connected to city officials because of his persistent statements, and attempts to intimidate me. This poster follows me everywhere I post, and he knew about a potential settlement the same day it was discussed.

The transcripts, and exhibits from March 21st. hearing speaks for themselves, but if nobody was there, or takes the time to get those transcripts, or get the real facts of the pure "HELL" I have had to go thru at the hands of abusive city agents they will be allowed to continue!

I refuse to be submissive, I have done absolutely nothing illegal, but Illegal actions have been done to me, and the only way for me to get justice is to expose the facts, and hope the people listen before it ends up costing the city of Nevada alot of money in damages because of the actions of those we allow to push our pencils, and protect and serve us!

Jusitce is supposed to be for all, not just those who can afford to buy it, or hide the truth under the rug! I am not afraid, because I have the proof, and I can prove my statements!
So prove them.

Mason Peargate, III

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Old 03-26-2008, 05:18 PM
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they dont allow horses in town. pet pigs and stuff are ok. horses no. shhe must not want to beleve the judge when he said a horse is a horse . of coarse.
No Judge would be so disrespectful, and arrogant to say that, as there are standards for them to uphold.

It was Don Juhl who made that comment, and simply goes to show his total disrespect for me, and his arrogance that nobody will hold him responsible! That is until he made the mistake of intentionally hurting my family, pet, and I!

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Old 03-26-2008, 06:01 PM
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[quote=Tek_Freek;3261318]While I don't think the OP is doing herself any favors by continuing to pursue this matter you, of all people, have no business calling her dumb.[/quote

Please don't insult this poster, nobody is without spelling mistakes. For us to fight each other is what some prey upon. It makes us forget about the issue at hand, and makes it very easy for those who have caused harm to hide their faults.

Please instead take the time to read carefully all the information I posted, and read the newspaper article posted carefully. Remember it does not make any difference what a judge says, we can allow any pets we desire under homerule.

If we don't like our policy it is our right, and obligation to have it changed. It should not make any difference if there are people to say they don't want that specific pet, or they don't want anyone else to have a specific pet. Under our laws any person has the right to be unique, and have whatever they want so long as what they want does not cause detriment to public health, safety, and welfare, and my neighbors, and officer Anthony Rhoads stated the pet caused no problems, but those neighbors simply said they didn't want me to have it. It is not right to apply illegal delegation of power, nor is it right to apply selective enforcement. When it comes to policy issues within our town it is the people who have to learn the appropriate laws that those within are to apply so city policy is fair, consistent, and for the safety, and convenience of everyone, not just the majority. Every person has the right to be heard, and be given their rights even if others don't want what they desire, or even if others don't like it. Being different is not supposed to be illegal!

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Old 03-26-2008, 06:59 PM
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we can allow any pets we desire under home rule.
Would you be so kind as to give us your definition of "home rule"? I am not really sure I understand the concept as you are using it.

Main Entry: home rule
Function: noun
: self-government or limited autonomy in internal affairs by a dependent political unit (as a territory or municipality); also : the political theory or principle of self-government

Everything I have ever read says that home rule applies to small towns, territories, etc. Not individuals.

I am confused as to how you think the principle of home rule means that you are exempt from municipal laws.

Please explain.

Mason Peargate, III

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Old 03-26-2008, 07:06 PM
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But I am not dumb, and I was not wrong to continue to fight! Don Juhl, and his cronies preyed on my feelings of insecurity, and beat me down trying to make me think I was dumb, and made me submissive to their interpretations of the law, and Nevada policy. They also tried to make me afraid of the court, and judges. I was my own worst enemy in that respect, but not anylonger!
You brag about your legal expertise all the time, and seem to think you are vastly better qualified to judge your situation, than any lawyer or judge.

What is your legal background? What year did you pass the boards?

Mason Peargate, III

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Old 03-26-2008, 07:29 PM
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Default I have explained plenty!

I have posted plenty of facts, and the words of attorney Dario Zaffarano, and Story County attorney Steven Holmes speak for themselves.

Bottomline, you gentlemen have taken away from me things that belonged to me. How many more attorney's does it take to prove this to you? Your intentions in court on March 21st. was also proof to the judge, and in this case I am the Plaintiff, not the defendant, the title of defendant now belongs to you gentlemen, MP III .

One more thing MP III. You gentlemen have not only done me wrong, but you have also done the entire town of Nevada wrong, and when the entire town gets stuck paying for your mistakes they will be very upset! I am willing to settle this before that has to happen, if you gentlemen are.

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Old 03-26-2008, 08:06 PM
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All the attorneys in the world can have all the opinions they want. What you don't seem to understand is the only one that counts is the judge that hears your case. You keep saying you know the law and we don't. How arrogant can you be?

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