Wolf_shadow
Activist Member
Funds sent thru PayPal. Not much but best I can do for now. Give em hell User and Skid.
We all want to do something, but what we do has to be effective.
I am going to think about the demonstration idea, but one thing to keep in mind is that this all started with VDOT's contractors. VDOT is responsible for managing that ferry, and the sheriff's office only showed up because VDOT's contractor called them. One deputy decided to help the contractor retaliate against Skidmark for "gettin' uppity", and that was unprofessional conduct. But VDOT is really in charge of that operation.
The Surry County Courthouse isn't very big.I think we should all use the ferry on 4 Jan to get to the hearing. We should all be armed and in different vehicles. We should all have OCDO posters to emphasize our displeasure with VDOT, their contractors and the Sherriff's Department. Clog the ferry with gun owners and let them think about it.
Not unexpected that some would not "get it"... Perhaps a gentle viewing down the road of "logical conclusions" to letting this matter go unchallenged would help.Also posted it on 10mmtalk.com but it's not being received well there, didn't think it would but won't go into why.
The Surry County Courthouse isn't very big.
This all started with VDOT's contractors. VDOT is responsible for managing that ferry, and the sheriff's office only showed up because VDOT's contractor called them. One deputy decided to help the contractor retaliate against Skidmark for "gettin' uppity", and that was unprofessional conduct. But VDOT is really in charge of that operation.
Lauren Hansen 757-925-2583
lauren.hanson@VDOT.virginia.gov
Lauren Hansen 757-925-2583
Sept. 8, 2005
[size=+1]VDOT STEPS UP SECURITY AT THE JAMESTOWN-SCOTLAND FERRY[/size]
New Security Firm to Conduct Screenings Starting September 12th, 2005
Motorists approaching the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry on Monday should rest assured the armed security officers positioned at the beginning of each ramp are not there to delay or inconvenience drivers, but to keep them safe. Starting September 12, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will improve security at the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry by providing enhanced screening with new security officers. These officers are employed by Securiguard Inc., and will screen vehicles and baggage prior to boarding the ferry vessels.
The new security officers will be better equipped to respond to security threats at the only state-run ferry in Virginia. Having these officers conduct more thorough security screenings at the ferry will improve safety for our passengers, crew, and vessels, says Bill Mathus, facility manager at the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry. Public safety is our number one priority. These security officers are well trained and have the authority to immediately respond to security threats.
VDOT awarded the three-year $1.3 million annual security contract to Securiguard Inc., in late August. The firm replaces Security Forces Inc., who has been conducting security screening since July 2004, when new security measures were introduced at the ferry under the Federal Maritime Transportation Security Act.
On Monday, motorists can expect to see a minimum of two security officers posted on each side of the James River to screen those traveling the ferry. The officers will continue to randomly screen vehicles. Selected vehicles may notice increased screening measures to include checking vehicle trunks, undercarriages, engine compartments and enclosed containers. Security officers may also check the cargo areas of cars, trucks, campers and trailers.
VDOT will work to coordinate screening with ferry departures to minimize the delay to screened vehicles. Motorists should prepare for an increase in the amount of time it takes to board the ferry once the enhanced screenings are in place; however, the ferries will continue to depart on-time, according to schedule.
I think we should all use the ferry on 4 Jan to get to the hearing. We should all be armed and in different vehicles. We should all have OCDO posters to emphasize our displeasure with VDOT, their contractors and the Sherriff's Department. Clog the ferry with gun owners and let them think about it.
I wouldn't want to give them my money. I would rather picket them.
If I had the gumption I would abandon my car on the ferry to block traffic but prefer to pursue civil discourse before any other demonstration.
I thought the ferry was free?
Thanks.. I am not even involved.If any kind of demonstration or attendence in court is required to support Skid and Ed,