YEAH! wrote on Mar 14, 2008 1:30 PM:So since you lost the campaign champion Orr you realize it just ain't in the cards. Well! We don't want a re-run for Council neither!!

Yipee! wrote on Mar 14, 2008 1:32 PM:Jack finally figured out he could never win the Mayor's spot. Guess all those expensive polls he paid for finally hit him over the head and said he'd lose. Running for council seat isn't a sure thing anymore either, Jack. You have turned against the communities that you are sworn to represent and they are angry! Vote for the concrete plant are you are going lose.

OK! wrote on Mar 14, 2008 1:39 PM:So Jacks out on home plate! Who's on second and who's on third? Kern and Chavez, Chavez and Kern, Chavez and Chavez or Kern and Kern? Jack! Remember you are OUT!

Oh Boy wrote on Mar 14, 2008 1:48 PM:He should lose his seat if he votes in favor of Robertson's

Observer wrote on Mar 14, 2008 2:34 PM:Yup! You've cooked your goose over done! Better retire and care for the grandkids, Jack. Robertson's will surely do the trick.

Pete wrote on Mar 14, 2008 2:35 PM:The anti-business group from Loma Alta never voted for Jack in the and he still received the highest vote total last time. Write this down: Feller will receive the most council votes this November. He will walk away from the field. I also predict that there will be someone new in Sanchez's seat.

Oside's my home wrote on Mar 14, 2008 2:54 PM:Jack has been the anchor for our council ever since he was first elected. It's his kind of leadership that this city could use more of.

Keep up the great work Jack!

MAX wrote on Mar 14, 2008 3:21 PM:Don't let these few anti-business bloggers discourage you Jack. You have a record of helping the growth of business and urban renewal in Oceanside. You've worked to make Oceanside a better town. You've got lots of friends in Oceanside, Jack.

That's OK! wrote on Mar 14, 2008 3:27 PM:We are plenty happy with Jim running the Council Meetings! If Gibson gets in the race, we won't need a School Board anymore if he should win! We already have two teachers and he will make three! Not much money in the teaching profession right now! The current two can't figure out what is going on and don't read Staff Reports before the meetings. Maybe they can't read. They should be giving Jack speech lessons.

Tom wrote on Mar 14, 2008 3:29 PM:Jack has done a lot for Oceanside. I am glad to hear he will still be running for City Council.

andrew wrote on Mar 14, 2008 4:21 PM:Leave Jack alone-he's done more for Oceanside than all you so called watch-dogs. He's got my vote!

VOTE the OPD PUPPETS out NOW!!! wrote on Mar 14, 2008 4:56 PM:I will NOT vote for any city puppet that voted for the OPD pay hike! Read my words I will tell all my neighbors to drop Wood, Feller, Sanchez and who ever is on the seat now!!!!

Therapist wrote on Mar 14, 2008 7:30 PM:Jack, how to you spell S P E A K, in English?

Mike H wrote on Mar 14, 2008 7:37 PM:Jack needs to go, anyone who has been there that long get too stuck in their ways. We need some fresh input and get rid of Feller and Chavez. I will not personally attach someone that I don't know but his stance on melrose and spending 20 million when Oceanside in the next couple of yrs will need all their money. Don't let the door hit you in the butt...

Treadway wrote on Mar 14, 2008 7:56 PM:Now the way is clear for Kern to run. He is smarter than Wood and Feller put together! Run, Jerry, Run!!!

Taxpayer wrote on Mar 14, 2008 7:59 PM:We need to start a movement to get new Council people who won't sell out to the greedy Police, Fire and City Worker Unions. If we can do that, we will all have more $ in our wallets. Somebody needs to step forward so we can get Feller and all the rest out of there.

Old Timer wrote on Mar 14, 2008 8:58 PM:I am glad that Mr. Feller decided to work with the Mayor instead of against him all the time. Mayor Wood has been a good Mayor and has really become very adept at getting things done. I hope Mr. Chavez, Mr. Kern and Miss Sanchez will see that working together is better for the city.

I support Jack Feller; wrote on Mar 14, 2008 11:36 PM:Jack Feller may not be running for Mayor but he still has my support. He is conscientious, a good family man and cares about this community. Those whose nastiness is displayed for all to see on this page are the reason Oceanside is so divisive. It is the nastiness that drives a wedge in this community and it is not difficult to see where that comes from. This community is better for having Jack Feller represent them.

What If??? wrote on Mar 15, 2008 1:25 AM:Can Rocky run for Mayor from a safe seat with Success?Thats the big Q ? Does he want to risk two losses in a row? Dosen't look good if your planning to run in a bigger arena. All I know is that we have to take the power back and put it with councilmembers that care about your neighborhoods and your quality of life .NOT OUTSIDE SPECIAL INTERESTS.Big Money that Buys Elections.

Take your own advice Ms. Sanchez: wrote on Mar 15, 2008 6:18 AM:"As long as I've known council member Feller, he has felt he was entitled to be mayor. ... He probably realized he couldn't win," Sanchez said in a phone interview Friday afternoon. I wonder when Ms. Sanchez will bow out?

Right wrote on Mar 15, 2008 7:00 AM:Drive down Oceanside Blvd without hitting a pothole. Jack wants Robertson's which will add 250 concrete trucks per day on Oceanside Blvd. Robertson's is only estimated to produce $200k in annual revenue. That will not pay for 1/4 of the damage caused by the trucks. This is not good business for Oceanside. Bring in a better business. This is not about losing industry street. This is about bringing in businesses along the industry/Oceanside corridor that will create more jobs, more revenue for the city and not cause further destruction.
Jack will vote and the citizens will remember.

Clean up Oceanside wrote on Mar 15, 2008 7:26 AM:I agree with TAXPAYER get rid of these union puppets. Lets bring on the justice department to clean up city hall. We need a new police department and a new chief. The Vista sheriffs are looking really good.

Terri wrote on Mar 15, 2008 8:24 AM:Development friendly is the problem. If Jack had his way there would be a gas station on every corner as well as a high rise hotel. It's time for term limits in Oceanside. We've had enough of "build it they will come" Feller!

OPD wrote on Mar 15, 2008 8:42 AM:I am sorry you union bashers don't have good paying jobs but don't bash the people that do. If you need some extra money my neighbors grass needs cutting.

Anybody but Wood, wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:16 AM:I am disappointed in Fellers decision; Wood is a union baffoon. 31 years in the police department and never promoted. Now he brings he know nothing do nothing style to City government. We have got to do better than Wood.

Jack's my Guy wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:26 AM:Jack Feller not only attends every community event in Oceanside but he also contributes financialy to them. Wheres the rest of the council members and the mayor? Jack is sincere when it comes to doing what is best for Oceanside. You have my families support Jack.

Wrong,wrong,wrong wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:29 AM:Jack says he is for a pro-development council. Wake up folks! That means they will build anything, anywhere in town without any regard for the wishes of the residents. And his little hint about a 5/0 council? The devlopers have bought 3 of the council off. Don't reelect this guy. It's bad for our citizens!

Coast Watcher wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:32 AM:The only property rights Jack believes in are the rights of developers. Sorry, Jack, but we residents have property rights too. The right to enjoy our property without undue noise, lights, traffic, and pollution. Get real. You're just a developer's friend and no friend to your own constituents.

RJC wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:37 AM:I'm sure this was a tough decision for Jack. He is clearly the best candidate for Mayor, but the risk of losing the majority on the council is just too great. ... Sanchez will be out, the council will maintain its conservative majority, thanks to Feller's decision, and Wood will still be an irrelevant mayor.

Sanchez must go ! wrote on Mar 15, 2008 10:08 AM:Sanchez MUST go. Ester has been the down fall of our Council, I hope she realizes tha twe want her out!!!!!!

fire mountain guy wrote on Mar 15, 2008 11:22 AM:Feller is a good man who represents the people and the best interests of Oceanside. Sanchez if the opposite and must go.

Oh darn! wrote on Mar 15, 2008 11:36 AM:I was hoping he'd stay in the race so Mayor Wood could finally show him that his lack of consideration for the public good has finally earned him his ticket OFF the council. Oh yeah, we will still be able to do that! And any noise he makes about "working" with the mayor is all hogwash! He tells everyone what he thinks of Jim, and its not very pretty. These three feel that they run the city council, not Jim, and they want to continue running the city council from OUTSIDE the mayor's office. Jim has played it off well, but he also can't stand these guys. Time for a change! Time to get support for Wood and Sanchez, who really care about our city and our neighborhoos!

MR DEMOCRAT.......... wrote on Mar 15, 2008 11:56 AM:Jack Feller is not just another pretty face,Feller's message obliterates the emptiness of Sanchez's message...who's voice is too shrill and DASTARDLY.....
Jack Feller's long experience into SANCHEZ'S "bag of tricks" will be vital a
quality come November when we vote!!....
4 more years for JACK FELLER!!

lived here 62 years wrote on Mar 15, 2008 1:21 PM:Jack has been a supporter of Oceanside for all the years that he and his family have lived here. A positive supporter for the youth, seniors, the business community and residential concerns with the best interests of the citizen in mind. Unfortunately there will always be those negative thinkers in any city. I support your decision where ever you choose to continue working for ALL of us.

Susan wrote on Mar 15, 2008 2:35 PM:Jack has been a breath of fresh air on the City Council. What a disappointment that he will not be our next Mayor!

WE BACK JACK!!!!! wrote on Mar 15, 2008 4:13 PM:Sounds to me like a whole lot of the same people writing different negative blogs over and over....Jack, you have our support and the support of MANY MANY people in this community. You stand for all the things that this city needs! We know you have done what is best for the Oceanside even though we would LOVE to see you as Mayor and not Wood. You will no doubt be re-elected as a councilmember once again! Keep up the GOOD work Jack!

Smart Move Jack; wrote on Mar 15, 2008 4:45 PM:I can see Sanchez's love for you in her quote. Far better you help take out Sanchez than run for mayor. Sanchez has be a detriment to Oceanside with her nasty vindictive style. I guess Sanchez has not figured out she must now beat everyone else that runs against her to keep her seat.

Real Union wrote on Mar 15, 2008 4:57 PM:Just because you are in a union (OPD and Fire fighters), doesn't mean you act like it. Being part of the labor movement means a commitment to the community you serve. Seems like the bashing of Jack is about truly working for the whole community and not just 2 groups. Jack has made many more good moves than bad. Can you say that for the others? I support you (Jack) in this election and if I disagree with you, I have the integrity to call you and discuss it. At least you are willing to sit with me and talk.

John wrote on Mar 15, 2008 8:36 PM:I expect my campaign money to be returned. Feller is just a quitter ! ! ! !

OC Residents Home wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:00 PM:As far as I can see and hear, the residents are not happy one way or the other. The city representatives are suppost to work in the best interests of the residents and the city they live, work and play in. Seems like the city does not listen to what the residents want, and the city reps slip on working as a team to accomplish what is right for the residents & the city as a whole. Look to make change for the people first. An eye for eye makes the city blind. Things are going to change very fast, and the people are speaking up! I LOVE OC.

CHANGE wrote on Mar 15, 2008 9:30 PM:Sorry, lived here long enough to see its time for change. Guess what lets get all ages involved in this city! Prepare for the future for a good city for families, and family owned businesses. Seriously ....how many freaking car lots do we need to have right on the main hwy for residents to enjoy...come on, and HOW in the heck are all these NEW Ocean View Blockers Popping up so fast?? Where is the care for the locals..And LETS DEVELOPE WITH THE NEW TECHNOLOGY OF BUILDING "GREEN" Sustainable buildings....time to change the city building codes to REQUIRE AT LEAST ONE ASPECT FOR THE "GREEN" BUILD...COUNCIL PEOPLE STOP POLLUTING OUR CITY...PLEASE

Give me a break wrote on Mar 15, 2008 10:39 PM:Most of the comments attached are from the same group that tried so desperately to get Shari Mackin re-elected. They sure didn't help her. Don't listen to them Councilmember Feller.

CHANGE wrote on Mar 15, 2008 11:34 PM:To: Give me a break!
Sorry don't know who Shari Mackin is, and not affiliated with any groups ...just a resident who is not blind to how the city representatives look past the best quality interest of the OC residents...shoot...doesn't take a rocket scientist to look around and know the city is going down hill fast. PS, I haven't been here to long to see...I mean come on we don't live in the dang 50's anymore...times have changed, and our city is suffering from the prosperous city it could be if Councilmembers were not so greedy-needy for the WRONG SORT OF DEVELOPEMENT....I am sure to say OC residents would like to take pride in a city that can build As green as possible, and enjoy a REAL COASTAL CITY not a sales car parking lot, or a Way Overdone City Hall, but let the rest of the city suffer...??? Sorry why don't you give the residents of OC a break!

Mensa wrote on Mar 16, 2008 1:44 AM:Feller’s decision proves, once again, he has the courage to act in the best interest of Oceanside. He is big enough to put his ego aside to do the right thing for the City. Mayor Wood is doing a good job and deserves to be reelected. Ester Sanchez needs to go for reasons too numerous to list. We need someone new to bring intelligence, dignity, and professionalism to the Council who can work with Mayor Wood and Jack Feller.

osidenative wrote on Mar 16, 2008 10:55 AM:Jack Feller is the only council member I'd vote for to be mayor. Although, I am disappointed in his decision not to run for mayor, I fully support him in retaining his seat on the council. Mr. Feller has been a devoted advocate of the Oceanside community. I have seen him at many many community functions.
....and the mayor was where?
Sanchez needs to grow up and put Oceanside first over her petty jealousies OR MOVE OUT!!!

Bucky wrote on Mar 17, 2008 11:13 AM:Councilman Feller is a great guy and has my vote. TYhis was a statesmanlike thing to do and he should be honored for putting the City of Oceanside ahead of personal goals. Jack's the Man !

Roberto1 wrote on Mar 18, 2008 1:52 AM:For he's a pretty smart Feller For he's pretty smart Feller!....try not mixing up the words when you sing this catchy tune.

Bill wrote on Mar 29, 2008 9:57 AM:Feller clearly realizes he is in danger of losing his seat. There is a growing realization that he "must go". I certainly will not support him. I feel he is an embarassment. His stance on property rights is dangerous because he does not pursue smart, intelligent growth. He lacks sophistication and creativity in his thinking and is little more than a pawn for business interests.