City manager's car vandalized at city hall

By: The Citizen staff report

Monday, April 7, 2008 1:50 PM EDT

The Auburn Police Department is investigating a reported act of vandalism against City Manager Mark Palesh's vehicle. According to Palesh, his vehicle was keyed sometime this morning while parked at Auburn City Hall.
Palesh said the officer who took the report estimated the damage will cost between $500 and $700 to repair.

The incident has came in the wake of a controversial decision by Palesh and city officials to close one of Auburn's three fire stations. Palesh said today that it would be an "interesting coincidence" if the two were not connected. He also said it is possible the person could be caught on tape, as the city has installed security cameras in the city hall parking lot.

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karl L wrote on Apr 8, 2008 11:56 AM:

" anonymous--only an idiot like you would do it "under cover of day"---besides, who's the coward here on the forums? ---"anonymous"?!?!?!? "

Andy B wrote on Apr 8, 2008 9:50 AM:

" My thoughts exactly West Ender. "

shoemaker187 wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:07 AM:

" Is the city manager feing a bit guilty of his past decisions, IE fire house? To even possibly think that the keying of the car could be related. "

Coach wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:40 AM:

" This is what people do in low-life Auburn --Things don't go there way and bam!! Grow up and I hope you get caught !!!! CX the tape -- and watch something be wrong with that -- Thats Auburn -- "

Coach wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:36 AM:

" OK Let's stop with the hatred -- without a doubt its the FF "

WestEnder wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:20 AM:

" From reading the article I don't see him blaming anyone...just expressing it would be a coincidence if they were not connected. Quite a rush to judgement don't you think? Sounds like it might be a good idea for the newspaper to write an article on the Council/City Manager form of government so all can better understand the job requirements of a City Manager. My understanding is that the people who should be "hollered at" are the Mayor and Council Members. Would it not be them who would have to ultimately approve budgets, cuts, etc.? "

anonymous wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:18 AM:

" Does the video tape prove it was done at City Hall, or is Mr. Palesh attempting to defraud the City's Insurance for something that should be covered under either his own car or homeowner's ( opps, I mean Renter's) insurance? "

anonymous wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:15 AM:

" Hey Karl

How do you know this was done at night? Got something you want to fess up to? "

karl L wrote on Apr 7, 2008 11:02 PM:

" Actually, as much as I dislike Mr Palesh and his policies, I hope the cowardly scumbag who did this WAS caught on tape.
I hate cowardly little scum who would do something like this under cover of night!
I hope they get him! "

shadow wrote on Apr 7, 2008 6:13 PM:

" I can not believe what I am reading!This guy is insane!Maybe a dog owner did it,maybe the owner of the video store did it,maybe someone from civil service did it,and on and on and on.The list of people who would want to do it is a mile long.To even go to the press with this is unbelievable.Get the proof then direct the blame.You know the saying never ASSUME cause.......! "

stevedallas wrote on Apr 7, 2008 5:02 PM:

" Is this guy for real? How do you make a statement like that? What a joke and rip off of tax payer dollars he is ! "

karl L wrote on Apr 7, 2008 3:28 PM:

" The Soldiers of Smut shall exact their revenge! Let this be a warning to all who seek to purify our filthy little hearts and minds!
You gotta fight....for your right....to Poooooor-NOOOO! LOL!
(Relax--it wasn't me, Mr Palesh!) "

justaround wrote on Apr 7, 2008 2:10 PM:

" Will be interesting if Palesh accused a particular group prior to see the security camera tapes too now wouldn't it......of all people, the city manager to open his mouth and have to possibly insert his shoe. Lots of taste and character in this guy. And he is supposed to lead and want people to respect his footsteps...why not wait until those tapes pinpoint someone before possibly accusing. "

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