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Darwin Weech wrote on Nov 18, 2009 8:56 AM:

" I am a long time resident of Pima. This is my home. I plan to stay.

I may not know everything (as some of you seem to), but my experience has been that Chief Cauthen performs her job in a very professional way.

I served a term on the town council and I know it is not easy. Thanks to those who serve today and endure the critics. "




JobsJobs wrote on Nov 16, 2009 3:47 PM:

" Will this bigger police building bring any jobs? I sure hope so because I'm tired of looking and people telling me I have to much education but not enough experience. "




Bob wrote on Nov 6, 2009 10:41 PM:

" The only "iffy" thing the Town Council did was hire Whitmire. As investigation has shown he is dishonest. Good job for fixing your mistake. "




WOW wrote on Nov 6, 2009 9:37 PM:

" The whole point is that it is NONE OF McBRIDE's BUSINESS! He is not a resident of Pima, he's a no-one trying to throw up a smoke screen to protect the terrible things his friend, a rogue cop, did, but it failed cause people recognize a smoke screen thick with actual special smoke put into the Pima air by both of them. Pima is finally in good hands with Mgr Schmidt, Chief Cauthen, Sgt Shupe, and Officer Haverton! Congrats!! The Mayor should beg forgiveness from all 4 for his actions Tuesday night. Ridiculous! "




pima citizen wrote on Nov 6, 2009 4:28 PM:

" I feel like McBride is correct in that we may want to keep a closer eye on how the town council is making decisions and make sure they are following policy! Obviously their decisions have been "iffy". Lets do all we can to have a great town! "




False wrote on Nov 6, 2009 1:47 PM:

" The Chief and the Manager did not attack him. The council dismissed his complaint. He needs to grow up and quit being a crybaby. "




to to tracy and keith wrote on Nov 6, 2009 12:32 AM:

" Well you might not like what he said but
unlike you at least he spoke in public. "




Did you listen wrote on Nov 5, 2009 11:26 PM:

" McBride didnt attack anyone. From what I heard, and I was there, the Chief and the Town Manager attacked him for requesting PUBLIC records. McBride stated that he was concered about the towns poor decisions including making that attack, concerned about their hiring an officer with a very troublesome background, and for not following their own policy. We should all be concerned about this this council. "




Concerned Pima Citizen wrote on Nov 5, 2009 1:49 PM:

" What would possess a seemingly intelligent man like you to meddle into matters that you obviously know nothing about? To blindly support someone based on friendship and to ignore the facts and fair play makes me question one’s judgment as an officer of the law. Can’t you find enough crime in Phoenix to keep you busy? "




To Tracey and Keith wrote on Nov 5, 2009 11:40 AM:

" You should be ashamed of how you acted in the Town meeting along with the Town Councel (Mayor) for allowing you to attack a Officer who has nothing to do with this in public meeting. That broke every Town rule there is. Personnel matters are to be held in private meeting. You got up and ranted and raved when you both are guilty! If you work (Phoenix PD) like you acted at the meeting, I bet your job at PPD is not far from being over. You acted like a child that just was told "




To editor wrote on Nov 5, 2009 8:08 AM:

" maybe now that keith has been fired you can report what is going on for us citizens out here in pima. "




Karma wrote on Nov 4, 2009 7:11 PM:

" Just heard that Ex-Officer Whitmire was FIRED!! YEAH!!! That is the best thing Chief Cauthen could ever do for this town. Now if the town will just send all the info to AZPOST and have his certification REVOKED for life. Great job DPS and Chief Cauthen!! He has been nothing but trouble for all our families in the community(and no Ive never been arrested nor anyone in my family)! Just a citizen that seen through his and Tracey"s SMOKE screen. I do meen SMOKE also. Have fun Keith karma is coming. "




Pima Family wrote on Nov 4, 2009 1:41 PM:

" Stop tthe bieckering please!!! Thanks Dianne for being such a fair, compassionate and kind person. We love you!! Thanks to the other officers too! "




Tracy wrote on Nov 4, 2009 1:31 PM:

" So how did the town hall meeting go? I missed it. "




To Bigpoppa wrote on Nov 4, 2009 12:25 PM:

" You sure about that answer? I got on the interenet and found over 90 different certification courses that you can take as a Police or DOC Officer for the detection and apprehension of drugs and drug offenders. You might want to look before you put your foot in your mouth anyfurther.
Just a thought. "




TO someone wrote on Nov 4, 2009 12:22 PM:

" Humm I checked with the agencies that this person worked for and found out that your incorrect in your statements. He has NEVER had ANY lawsuits against ANY department he worked for. He left one and was covered under a injury from a INSURANCE company but thats it. He was offered his job back but resigned. Im not sure how many certs. he has(90?) but I understand its more than ANY other Officer here locally? Just saying a hardnose approach may be needed and not this good-ol-boy thing anymore. Look what ithats goot us! "




Out of Town - LEO wrote on Nov 4, 2009 12:13 PM:

" Good for the Pima Police Department, the Town of Pima and the Citizens thereof. Completion of this building shows the initiative and drive of the Town Manager, the Council and all of those involved. Don't let the hate and naysayers detract from this achievement. Stand tall and rise above the muck shoveled in most of these bitter and jealous comments. "




big poppa wrote on Nov 4, 2009 10:40 AM:

" 90 narc certs? There aren' t even 90 cert to obtain...90 drug field tests? Come on son you gotta be kidding me! "




ummmm ok... wrote on Nov 3, 2009 11:26 PM:

" SOMEONE was too busy with ridiculous attempts at lawsuits to support himself to keep his certificationv current perhaps "




Public Opinion wrote on Nov 3, 2009 9:42 PM:

" Boy..
Using inmate labor; isn't this something out of the ol' South?
It's gonna take a lot more than a new police station to change people's opinion of Pima.
All the old buildings; worn out looking town, well worn out attitudes. Adding one new building is like adding shoe polish to a ten year old pair of shoes. Might look different at first..then the old shines though again. How about redoing the whole town. Then brag?
A real town council, in a real town would have a committee to plan for change. "




To ilovepima wrote on Nov 3, 2009 6:34 PM:

" Pima had the chance to hire a Officer that applied the last two times. His name is not the right on eso he didnt get the job. He has I believe 15 or so years certified and a lot of narcotics certifications. I believe he is even certified through the DEA to work drugs. They (Pima) dont want someone like him here. He would clean house and it wouldnt matter what their last name was. I heard he has like over 90 different narcotics certs. and no its not TM! "




confused wrote on Nov 3, 2009 2:38 PM:

" Ok now you guys are confusing me....what is tin star???? "




Chupar wrote on Nov 3, 2009 2:17 PM:

" DEFINATELY NOT AFRAID TO EAT DONUTS!!!!! "




ilovepima wrote on Nov 3, 2009 1:54 PM:

" Sounds like tin star got picked on as a child. We could really use a good narc officer in this town, thanks for chasing all the real officers away. Whose team are you on? "




Tin Star wrote on Nov 3, 2009 5:19 AM:

" someone has no chalupas to use my name to post about loving pima. you are so clueless. "




pima4ever wrote on Nov 2, 2009 9:59 PM:

" tin roof...i mean tin star drives a pima work truck??? tin star, do you have a thing 4 yellow bubble lights? "




yellowbubblelights wrote on Nov 2, 2009 8:53 PM:

" those look real cool on top of tin roofs pima work truck. "




totinstar wrote on Nov 2, 2009 8:50 PM:

" Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools, because they have to say something "




iluvpima4 wrote on Nov 2, 2009 8:14 PM:

" please dont be be mean and hate little tin star, god loveth all. "




to ilovepima wrote on Nov 2, 2009 7:43 PM:

" Hey with the towns reputation just hold out long enough and the town will clean your yards up for you. Then arrest you because you can not pay them back. just ask other residence from the past like RS. unless of course your are LS then we let you pass. "




Tin Star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 7:42 PM:

" To Ilovepima3: Kids grow up to be loosers because of their parents not because of their yard. "




to tin star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 7:36 PM:

" If tracy does show up at least in shows his concern for the citizens of pima and the corruption involved in not only the town but the church. Do you have the guts to show up and and reveal the true you? I doubt it. lets talk smack but not help to fix the problem "




Ilovepima3 wrote on Nov 2, 2009 6:51 PM:

" Not much pride in Pima...just because alot of people out there are broke doesn't mean they shouldnt show some pride in thier homes. "




Tin Star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 4:23 PM:

" Definitely not affraid of you! "




Ilovepima2 wrote on Nov 2, 2009 3:46 PM:

" Everyone should stay home from the meeting and clean their yards. If your yard is ok then it would awesome if you help your neighbors clean too. Ya!!! Thank you friends of Pima
If people actually show concern for the environment their kids wouldn't grow up to be such losers. Pima could be beautiful!!! "




Gold Star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 3:34 PM:

" Well said Harrison "A decent and manly examination of the acts of government should be not only tolerated, but encouraged" and what are you afraid of Tin Star? "




MR. DUI wrote on Nov 2, 2009 2:58 PM:

" Its nice to see that Shupe can do a DUI. Good Job Shupestir, maybe you'll beat the DPS record after all. Perhaps you should try for a felony now and then! Just park at the Minit Market and watch for the tweekers. Their the ones with no teeth, stolen cars, and our stolen property. Now that would make a difference in our community. "




Tin Star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 1:49 PM:

" I want everybody at the meeting tomorrow night to get up and give a standing ovation to the home town hero Tracy McBride when he arrives!! Someone who will drive all the way down here from Phoenix just to attend this meeting show be recognized for this:) "




to tin star wrote on Nov 2, 2009 8:26 AM:

" makes you wonder if TM will show at this weeks town council meeting?? "




Ilovepima wrote on Nov 2, 2009 2:17 AM:

" Hi Ms Quinn, not that u matter. Anyhow my opinion is that tomarrow instead of blogging on here, all the Pima folks have a yard clean up day. I am being serious.
From owner of TTbar ranch. btw Ms Quinn, Macrocephaly must be a flaming drag. "




Brian wrote on Oct 30, 2009 9:59 PM:

" First of all how do you know Tracy is the one that put the web link up? oh you dont it is just easier to talk smack about something you know nothing about. "




To Pie wrote on Oct 30, 2009 7:52 PM:

" That artical was in 2007 talking about a case that was in 2004-05. So whats your point. It was one case so called and thats it. Many Officers work one case in their careers. Ya it spread wide and was worked over years but SO WHAT!! TM lets talk about TM. Call the PPD and tlak to some of the guys and you will find the truth out about TM. Get a real life TM and post somethig better about yourself then that on e article "




To tin star wrote on Oct 30, 2009 3:29 PM:

" You hit the nail on the head.. We agree with you 100% "




Just wrote on Oct 30, 2009 3:26 PM:

" Why is that Tracy guy posting his own websites on here? Thats tooo funny. "




why so much hate wrote on Oct 30, 2009 3:22 PM:

" Do you people realize that all your doing by trash talking is trying to get people to hate the same people you hate. Is it that big of a deal to spread the "hate"? Those peoples family and friends are still going to love them no matter what you say about them. Your just trying to make yourselves feel better and you look foolish. "




Just wrote on Oct 30, 2009 3:07 PM:

" Is every town council in this valley run by mormons? Thats your first problem! "




Kathy wrote on Oct 30, 2009 3:00 PM:

" Cant believe this crazy blog is still going on. Why dont you people stick to the topic at hand. Your showing how immature you are by writing negative comments about people. I can almost gaurantee your all over 35. Dont you have kids to take care of? Your no better than anyone else. "




Seriously... wrote on Oct 30, 2009 2:57 PM:

" Told you they were all related! And they go to church every Sunday and act like good upstanding mormons! What a shame. Shame on you Mayor Woods, Tom Claridge and Gerald Schmidt. Arent two of you ex bishops? "




Brian wrote on Oct 30, 2009 2:54 PM:

" I know why McBride's allowed to cause all this trouble. His cousin is Tom Claridge a town council member. Go figure. Told you the town council is just as crooked as McBride and Whitmire. Their all RELATED! "




Brian wrote on Oct 30, 2009 2:48 PM:

" To "to brian",
and what makes you think I dont know what Im talking about? Its ok that your using a fake name. no worries. "




To Alex wrote on Oct 30, 2009 2:46 PM:

" Oh look Keith, you have a friend! Your so nice Alex to be sticking up for him. You must be a top notch guy just like him! That tells us alot about your intelligence level. "




Alex R wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:25 AM:

" Hang in there Keith and rise above! The gossipers have nowhere to go, nothing else to do, and certainly no truth to report. We all know who they are. "




amazing wrote on Oct 30, 2009 10:55 AM:

" To Brian hit the nail on the head. RYN CLF, SHN LWS and RNA LWS love to gossip. I don't doubt they blog their own comments. There is nothing we can doing about it so let's just sit back and enjoy the show! "




wow wrote on Oct 29, 2009 9:19 PM:

" who needs jerry springer?! such gossip! cant we all just hold hands and get along little town "




to brian wrote on Oct 29, 2009 4:01 PM:

" You like everyone else has no idea what you are talking about. I am not Tracy or Keith. I do not appreciate you accussing me of being either of them. Again this article has nothing to do with them so get back on topic here. you apparently have just as much time as anyone else blogging or your comment would not be here either. Check with SL or RC about the negative comments and lies. "




Brian wrote on Oct 29, 2009 2:38 PM:

" Hey Tracy and Keith,
We all know its you two writing all the negative comments about the town and Police Dept. You two are the only ones with enough time to blog all day long. Gee, I wonder why your causing all this trouble? Its even funnier that Tracy has to post his website on here so that people can see what hes done for the Phoenix Dept. No one cares what youve done. You dont even live here. "




Info wrote on Oct 29, 2009 2:05 PM:

" For those of you that continue to bash sgt shupe maybe you should go down and ask to see the Pima PD stats for this year. Sgt Shupe has arrested more DUI drivers so far this year than any other Officer in the valley. Pima PD has never had stats like they do this year. It's about time Pima is proactive. And Diane is doing a great job. Pima PD is finally where they should be, well after the bad apple it picked from the tree and thrown away...... "




Friend of good officers wrote on Oct 29, 2009 1:42 PM:

" I personally know the new guy from Surprise. I believe he's from the Gila Valley, originally. He graduated from EAC's academy. Chief Cauthen left her job after many years at Walmart to become a Pima officer when she first started. Those two are passionate about police work, and they'll be an asset to the town. Haven't heard much good about the guys from DPS, and I'll reserve comment about Whitmire. In any event, it seems like things are looking up for the department. "




Well... wrote on Oct 29, 2009 9:07 AM:

" To, To Well...I'm not McBride...whoever that is. The documents I requested had to do with the annexation of land and paving of a road. Not that it is any of your business, but I don't want to be accused of being someone I'm not. "




To Well... wrote on Oct 28, 2009 7:40 PM:

" Sounds like Phx Officer McBride decided to write another "anonymous" comment. For what reason did you need all the documents and info????? "




Tin Star wrote on Oct 28, 2009 5:07 PM:

" Maybe TM left town so he can drink his beers in peace!! And maybe he should get his personal life in order before stirring up things in the small town. JMHO. "




Well... wrote on Oct 28, 2009 10:05 AM:

" To; TOWN COUNCIL...My experience trying to get documents considered public information from Pima Town Hall was non productive to say the least. I was denied copies of the papers and had to go to the county to get them. The county offices were very helpful and were so embarrassed by the childishness of Pima officials, they didn't even charge me the five cents a copy. The clerk in Town Hall looked down her nose at me like I had just crawled out from under a rock. Bad experience. "




To Been There wrote on Oct 27, 2009 11:09 PM:

" I went on Arizona Post officer training site as you suggested and it doesn't say anything about any individual officer, so you lie. Diane is a very good, competent Police Chief, Sargeant Shupe is an outstanding officer, and the new officer is excellent. Pima is in good hands, including the Town Council. Those who complain should get off the couch, away from the computer, walk, loose some weight so they can feel better about themselves. Bringing religion into this conversation at all is just foolish and inmature. "




Original OP COnt. wrote on Oct 27, 2009 7:43 PM:

" I personally think KW needs his cert pulled and as for the new Officer, he is doing a great job. He moved here because he has family here and wanted to come back. If your interested call his old department and see what he's about. They will tell you if he wants they will take him back!!! Give him a chance before you slay him. the bad apples are the other two not the new guy or Diane. Maybe TM will join them.LOL LOL LOL "




Been There wrote on Oct 27, 2009 4:05 PM:

" So...what are Diane's qualifications to be chief....? Where did she get her experience? Seems like TM has a pretty good resume according to the google search......don't see his name in any negative stuff. Why is this town so afraid of him? Check the Arizona POST officer traing sight about an officer in the back seat of his cruiser with a girlfriend. Now he's a sargent with our police department???? Maybe DPS needs to do an investigation on the hole town management... "




Town Council wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:47 PM:

" The cowards won't show up and voice their concerns in public at the town council meetings. "




To Gus wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:09 PM:

" hey gus, your absolutely right. This article was supposed to be a good thing for the Police department. This is a good form for cowardly people that are to scared to put their real names. Its a shame that people have to be so negative. A coward gives NO thought to the people and the family members they have hurt by these negative blogs. "




Example wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:04 PM:

" Dianes a great example for our youth. Shes the first woman in the Gila Valley to be a chief. I believe shes been officer of the year and she usually makes the paper for good reasons! Keep doing a great job Diane. We support you! "




Plain Truth wrote on Oct 27, 2009 3:02 PM:

" Is it a cheap shot or is it the plain truth? "




HA wrote on Oct 27, 2009 2:58 PM:

" He left this town and never came back because alot of people cant stand him! "




gus wrote on Oct 27, 2009 2:50 PM:

" Whitmire and McBride have nothing to do with this article, I don't know why their PERSONAL LIVES and names are being dragged through the mud. A bunch of VILE people live in that valley, hiding behind their temple and "religion" Glad I got out when I did! "




Rivers wrote on Oct 27, 2009 1:00 PM:

" Been happily married for almost 15 years. TM doesn't hate Diane or anyone else at the police department, and insinuating his divorce as a motive for hate is a cheap shot. Why do you think he left this town and never came back? "




Question wrote on Oct 27, 2009 9:44 AM:

" Why would Diane not be a good example for out youth? "




Bugs Bunny wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:21 PM:

" "I'm just a little wabbit!"
Eh, what's up, doc? You can't shoot a wabbit" "




Colonel Trautman in Rambo wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:17 PM:

" "You don't seem to want to accept who you are dealing with. You are dealing with a man who is an expert---with guns, with knives, with his bare hands. A man who's been trained to ignore pain, to ignore weather. To live off the land and eat things that would make a billy goat puke. In Vietnam, his mission was to dispose of enemy personnel. To kill, period. Win by attrition. Well, Rambo was the best" "




George Washington wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:12 PM:

" "Government is not reason, it is not eloquence, it is force; like fire, a troublesome servant and a fearful master. Never for a moment should it be left to irresponsible action." "




George Nathan wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:10 PM:

" "Bad officials are elected by good citizens who do not vote" "




James Madison wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:08 PM:

" "A popular government without popular information or the means of acquiring it, is but a prologue to a farce, or a tragedy, or perhaps both" "




William Harrison wrote on Oct 26, 2009 10:06 PM:

" "A decent and manly examination of the acts of government should be not only tolerated, but encouraged" "




Ronnie Barker wrote on Oct 26, 2009 9:59 PM:

" "The toilets at a local police station have been stolen. Police say they have nothing to go on" "




Doc Holiday wrote on Oct 26, 2009 9:56 PM:

" "And you must be Ringo. Look, darling, Johnny Ringo. The deadliest pistoleer since Wild Bill, they say. What do you think, darling? Should I hate him?" "Evidently Mr. Ringo's an educated man. Now I really hate him" "




Robert DeNiro wrote on Oct 26, 2009 9:52 PM:

" "Most people respect the badge, Everybody respects the gun" "




Remember wrote on Oct 26, 2009 9:07 PM:

" "THOU SHALL NOT JUDGE"!
Rivers, you need a serious lesson on this! "




Church vs. State wrote on Oct 26, 2009 8:42 PM:

" Manager Schmidt,
As a member of the Mormon Church and as our Town Manager, you have to be able to separate Church and State. You cannot invoke divine guidance on a public body entrusted with representing the town. In other words, you cannot hire and then promote Officr Sterling Shupe simply because he was or his a member of your church. If a town vacancy needs to be filled, it must be filled by a qualified applicant. If none apply, the position must be held vacant. "




Fire him wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:42 PM:

" If Officer Whitmire wouldnt have quit twice the turn over rate wouldnt be so high! Hopefully they fire him and the rate will go even higher! "




citizen wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:39 PM:

" Gerald, Diane and New cop, you guys are doing a great job. Keep up the hard work. The Town of Pima appreciates everything you do! "




Brian wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:35 PM:

" Hey rivers, I dont think anyone cares about what your blogging. Your making yourself look like a fool. The real question is what are your credentials? Whats your occupation? What are you so jealous about? "




Mr Rivers wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:26 PM:

" Do you have deep dark feelings inside that you are trying to fight? Your not a happy person. Maybe you should seek some councilling. They MIGHT be able to help you out! "




To RIVERS wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:20 PM:

" By chance are you going through a DIVORCE and thats why you hate woman so much?? "




Kathy wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:19 PM:

" I am a tax paying citizen and I think Diane is great for the position. We were excited to hear she got the chief position and we think shes doing a great job. Shes helped our family many times. Hang in there Diane, its hard to do the right thing in such a small town. "




To Rivers wrote on Oct 26, 2009 7:12 PM:

" What are your credentials??? Why you so worried about everyone else? If you really want to know, I believe the new officer has family here and thats why he moved here, Gerald has alot of credentials and was a good pick for the position and Ive personally worked with Diane in the past and I think she is a great example of a strong woman in this society! "




Sweet Cherry Pie wrote on Oct 26, 2009 5:55 PM:

" Sad situation says "Go back to Phoenix where they THINK you are a good officer. I feel bad for the citizens of Phoenix! " Figures says "why dont you move to Phoenix with him and work down there? You would fit right in with all the rest of the lazy, crooked cops." Obviousaly Sad Situation is a sad situation and Figures is of low IQ. All you have to do is google his name Detective Tracy McBride and read for yourself. http :// aznarcoticofficer.galapagosm.net/CMS/winter2007.pdf "




Rivers wrote on Oct 26, 2009 2:27 PM:

" Still my questions linger out there...what is the turnover rate at the Pima Police Department? Why did the new guy, (short one about 5'5", syndrome to go with it) leave Surprise PD and come to Pima? Why do we have a town manager that has zero credentials and came to Pima from a ranch, where he was working as a ranch hand? Does that qualify someone to be a town manager?? Is Diane a good example for our youth?? As a taxpayer and citizen of Pima, I would like to have these questions answered for the people!! "




To resident of laughville wrote on Oct 25, 2009 1:09 PM:

" I to am a police officer and when I wake up from my afternoon nap I think I will be a power ranger or maybe even a transformer. "




Wake up wrote on Oct 25, 2009 12:25 PM:

" I have always respected the Pima police department and I always will. No matter what comes their way they always hold their own and put up with it. All you people that talk crap about them should be ashamed. You know the minute you or a family member need help they are the first ones you will call! Wake up! "




Sad situation wrote on Oct 25, 2009 12:21 PM:

" McBride and Whitmire have been friends since high school. Of course their going to run to eachother when the other one is in trouble. They both have badges so they think they are god. Unstoppable.. Obviously McBride thinks he has pull around here cause hes all up in this towns business and he doesnt even live here. Go back to Phoenix where they THINK you are a good officer. I feel bad for the citizens of Phoenix! "




To American wrote on Oct 25, 2009 12:15 PM:

" I dont know how they convinced you that they are good honest people and try to do their best job!!! You must have been blindsided. Open your eyes and take a look at whos on the council. Their all related so of course they back eachother up! I think they might be related to officer Whitmire.. No wonder he was re-hired for a third time! Hes an accident waiting to happen.. Poor judgement by the council.. and NO i didnt vote for any of them! "




To laughville wrote on Oct 25, 2009 12:08 AM:

" it is funny how when people start to talk crap about police officers, everyone all of a sudden becomes one, then they pretend to know the officer in question and are always a much better, more professional and ethical officer. you people crack me up lots of comments but no knowledge. "




American wrote on Oct 24, 2009 11:12 PM:

" The Pima Town Council are good, honest people. They were elected by us, represent us, and always try to do their best job. I know each of them and know they would do anything they could to help anybody in need. Please let them do their job. Town meetings are open to the public and any complaints should be voiced there, in public, and not on this blog. ***Judge not, that ye be not judged*
** "




Congrats Pima wrote on Oct 24, 2009 10:01 PM:

" Congrats on the new office. You guys deserve it for all the hard work you do. My husband and I cant believe ALL the crap you go through with the town and the people who talk bad about you. Its great to see you stand your ground and show up for work everyday! "




resident of laughville wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:47 PM:

" The Officer in question disgusts me in his actions. Im a Poilce Officer and his actions are appalling. I hope the can him and make a example out of him. As for tracey, I know him also. He's an OK Officer with PPD and if he's involved with this Officer he's putting his own career in jeopardy. I would want to be as far away from that Officer as I could in this situation. Tracey might not be smart enough to see whats coming yet? RUNAWAY TM RUN! "




To town council wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:39 PM:

" You talk a big talk on a post but trust me when it came right down to it you would not give meeting minutes out or you will go into your private little meetings and not let the public hear or have a chance to read about it. I know I've played you little game before. Talk the talk but YOU and each other member will not walk the walk. "




... wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:27 PM:

" Sounds like theres two battles being fought. Why dont you reserve your comments until everything is said and done. "




To wow wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:11 PM:

" Im going to have to agree with you. This town needs to come together instead of trash talking eachother. My husband and I are very proud of the officers in this town. They have come to our rescue before and we are very thankful. "




Proud wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:07 PM:

" I just wanted to say thank you to the officers of Pima for everything you do. Try not to listen to the people that post negative comments. Obviously they have nothing better to do then to butt into everyone elses business. Its a real shame that society has come to this. Whatever happened to taking care of eachother? Especially the people who protect us. You guys are doing a great job. I know my family and friends appreciate you all. "




Ummm... wrote on Oct 24, 2009 7:29 PM:

" I don't know who "town council" is, but they don't know what they are talking about. There are 9 exceptions to the Freedom of Information Act, so you can't just waltz into town hall and get a copy of whatever document you want If they do provide certain documents they are committing a crime. "




ha ha wrote on Oct 24, 2009 6:25 PM:

" Why is it that the courier will print any comment that slams the police or public officals but refuses to post ones that talk about anyone else? it also says it wont post personal attacks or insults which we all no does not hold true. come on jon print equal for everyone not what just suits you. Like i am sure this will not get posted. "




TOWN COUNCIL wrote on Oct 24, 2009 4:30 PM:

" OUR NEXT TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 3RD, IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, JUST AS ALL OUR MEETINGS ARE! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME TO THE MEETING AND EXPRESS YOUR TOWN CONCERNS.

ALSO, EVERY DOCUMENT GENERATED BY THE TOWN OF PIMA, BE IT POLICE REPORTS, INVESTIGATIONS, PERSONNEL FILES, TOWN MINUTES, POLICYS, ARE ALL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR COPY. REQUEST AWAY! "




To MR. Figures wrote on Oct 24, 2009 4:23 PM:

" What battle is being fought? I don't know if McBride is helping his friend Keith, but so what? Would'nt you help your friend? OH...you don't have any? I Know McBride dontated a Kidney to his cousin....now thats a true friend. "




Quick Question wrote on Oct 24, 2009 10:58 AM:

" why is Kieth Whimire getting paid while on leave, getting investigated and bragging to everyone that he is still getting paid "




McBride wrote on Oct 24, 2009 10:49 AM:

" Ok, I live in Pima and understand why people are so upset, but I also know Tracey. Tracey is a great Officer and has done a lot with the Phoenix PD. I personally don't like nor think Keith should be a Officer but, your slamming someone that he is friends with and that is not right. Tracey might be helping him fight his battles, but really what does it matter? If you want to slam someone, slam the person who did the wrong in the first place not the person who is his friend. "




Wow wrote on Oct 24, 2009 9:50 AM:

" Getting back to the topic at hand--I think it is great that PIma has a new police station. Chief Cauthen and crew are good professional officers and the new office is something the town can be proud of. Why not support the people that do the job rather than try to break them down. For Pima citizens in case you don't know it is this type of trash talking that keeps officers from going to work there also. "




Not right wrote on Oct 23, 2009 10:12 PM:

" How can Shupe look himself in the mirror. He lost his house to forclosure and striped it!. The house is a wreck. Why was he not arrested for that? "




Re-Elect wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:44 PM:

" The whole town council is a bunch of morons. I think its time to vote in new people that know what their doing. The first step would be to get rid of the mayor and the manager! "




Figures wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:40 PM:

" Ive heard that Whitmire has his best friend McBride fighting his battle. Hey Keith, are you going to have your friends fight every battle for you? Since you and McBride are such good friends, why dont you move to Phoenix with him and work down there? You would fit right in with all the rest of the lazy, crooked cops! "




Seriously... wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:30 PM:

" Its about time Officer Whitmire is on leave. Its been a long time coming. Its funny how the town council hired him back for a third time. That was their first mistake. Oh, but wait, isnt he best friends with mayor Woods? Thats right, he is. Thats why they hired him back. Its all about who you know, not what you do! "




To rivers wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:26 PM:

" Why do you care so much?? Were you turned down by the town? Did you not pass the academy? Is that why your so mad? At least these people have the courage to put on a uniform everyday and protect the town. Its easy for you to run your mouth. If you think you can do a better job than them, why dont you go through the academy? "




getaclue wrote on Oct 23, 2009 4:05 PM:

" Neither Shupe nor the Chief live in the town of Pima....do your research before you post arrogant comments. "




well.... wrote on Oct 23, 2009 4:04 PM:

" The turnover rate is high because they dont pay well. Look at all the great officers that went to safford, thatcher and graham county that are still doing great in thier careers! "




Rivers wrote on Oct 23, 2009 2:17 PM:

" So I heard what Shupe was fired from DPS for, how do you do those kinds of things in the back of a squad car and not get your certification yanked? Shupe applied for the Chief of police position and was beat out by Diane Cauthen. Keith Whitmire got it by default, Diane got it by default, stick around long enough Shupe and chances are, even with your history, you may have a chance. Out of curiousity, why did the "new guy" leave Surprise PD to come to Pima? Looks like I'll be making some phone calls! "




To relative wrote on Oct 22, 2009 1:25 PM:

" Your husband knew the pay when he came here correct? I do agree that it is low but he knew! The Chief lives here and Shupe lived here. The new guy I have no idea where he lives. I can tell you that they eat and other things in the Safford/Thatcher area and I have waited up to 40 minutes for them to respond. I have even had them at night call the next day Officer and not respond at all that night and let the day shift handle it. GETACLUE!! "




to Solor man wrote on Oct 22, 2009 1:21 PM:

" Two of those officers and also a reserve all live in Safford. That's a total of three. "




Rivers wrote on Oct 22, 2009 1:14 PM:

" EA Courier, I'm tired of it, I am cancelling my subscription to your newspaper first thing tomorrow morning!!! You should let people voice their opinions about this Police force and town manager Schmitt. I have written things on here in the past and they are not libelous or damaging, they are legitimate questions that we, as taxpayers, would like to have answered!! Pima is lead by people who have no credintials, other than ranch hand, and I for one have a problem with that! What is the turnover rate over at the police dept? POST IT!!! "




Rivers wrote on Oct 22, 2009 11:37 AM:

" Pima officers are a joke! It starts from the top down. What exactly was Mr. Shupe fired from DPS for? Without fail, everytime I go to Safford I see Pima officers in Thatcher or Safford, very rarely do I see them in Pima. By the way, how did Pima get stuck with arrogant ranch hand as their town manager??? As a citizen, I want to know what Mr. Schmitt's credentials are, where did he graduate from college? In what field? What is his experience? Please enlighten the public in this regard! "




Solar Man wrote on Oct 22, 2009 9:54 AM:

" To Related, Pima currently only has three officers that are working. "




In the know wrote on Oct 22, 2009 8:21 AM:

" The new police station in Pima was built using a FEDERAL GRANT. I am grateful that Town of Pima looked into grant money to fiundprojects such as this. The money that Mr. Schmidt saved was part of that awarded grant money not part of the general fund. "




related wrote on Oct 22, 2009 8:15 AM:

" The officers you see in Safford will either be off duty and on thier way to or from work OR working one of the aforementioned details. Rest assured that when you call for an officer in Pima, there is another officer that is on duty there and available to take calls. The officers that work special details must do so outside of thier normal work hours. This is true for all other agencies in the valley. As an officer's wife I can tell you one thing for certain, without those special details we would not survive on my husbands pay. "




Related wrote on Oct 22, 2009 8:11 AM:

" Pima Police officers are grossly underpaid in comparison with other agencies in towns that size. They are paid significantly less than any other agency in the STATE. However, they do work details that are federally funded or funded by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety. Those details require officer to go out and conduct traffic enforcement, look for human and drug smugglers. This is the reason you will see them in Safford, not to mention three of the officers LIVE in Safford. "




To Mr. Johnson wrote on Oct 22, 2009 6:51 AM:

" Thank you for the response. Keep us posted on the findings.
Pima Citizen! "




Jon Johnson wrote on Oct 21, 2009 10:44 PM:

" Officer Whitmire is on administrative leave while he is being investigated by the DPS. Town officials and Police Chief Cauthen will not comment on the nature of the investigation until it is complete. The Courier has been following this story for about two months and will report on it when there is an official ruling from the DPS. "




maybe wrote on Oct 21, 2009 7:52 PM:

" Officer Shupe was fired and suspended from AZPOST before being hired in Pima. The last two Officers from the Morenci area were also looked at by AZPOST and their certifications were revoked. The 4th Officer left the area and his certification was suspended. ect....... Ya Mr. Schmit, Mr. Woods and Mr. Mceuen(Carter?) are looking out for whats best for this Town. It's who you know, not what you know for sure. But still what happen to Officer Whitmire???? Editor can you help us out here and get some info? "




tax payer wrote on Oct 21, 2009 5:09 PM:

" I'm really glad Mr Schmidt saved Pima money on inmate labor, but I do not know why they need a new police station for a force of 2 officers that spend more time in Safford than in the town that pays their salaries? "




Dale wrote on Oct 21, 2009 9:21 AM:

" I am starting to see them out on the street patrolling more lately. I think that will help keep the thieves away. I had problem with some fast drivers on my street and that new cop was very cool about it, not often I talk to friendly cops "




Seriously Diane wrote on Oct 20, 2009 8:36 PM:

" Who got fired by DPS? "




pima resident wrote on Oct 20, 2009 8:30 PM:

" We do need more officers to patrol the streets especially at night when those who like to vandalize are out and about under the cover of darkness. We need more street lights. There are some streets that are very dark at night. As residents we also need to be alert and watch out for one another as neighbors and report any suspicious activity. Just some things that will help keep Pima a good place to live in. "




Quick Question wrote on Oct 19, 2009 4:18 PM:

" Heard he was fired for false reporting on a report about a theft. Heard family was involved? Last 5 Officers have been fired with azpost looking at them or lost their certs. HUMMMM Pima doing a great job of getting the good one's now. They get what they get. KARMA!!! "




2nd Quick Question wrote on Oct 19, 2009 6:59 AM:

" Exactly, what did happen to Kieth? Why can't this town hire and keep officers lately? Why did you hire an officer DPS fired? Why does it take so long to get an officer to respond in Pima and why are they allowed to spend so much time out of town on city time? "




Quick Question wrote on Oct 18, 2009 1:55 PM:

" SO what happened to Officer Whitmire? Was he fired or quit or what? We as citizens have a right to know what is going on with our tax paying money. "