I've heard that question a lot over the past couple of weeks. My answer is "getting more every day!" First of all, the Open Access Petition now has 500 signatures as of today. That's awesome! One sixth (1/6) of the way to our goal of 3000 after only three weeks. Our efforts are on track for 3000 in Sixty days.
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Goal of 3,000 Signatures in 60 days On Schedule Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Aug 1, 2011: In one week's time, hundreds of registered voters have lent their support to the cause of Open Access to the broadband internet network in Poplar Bluff, MO. According to the Open Access Petition group, the grassroots movement gathering signatures for the campaign, the petition currently has over ten (10) percent of the 3,000 signatures required to place the issue on the ballot. Volunteers are very pleased with this progress, as this confirms the goal of 3,000 signatures in 60 days is on schedule.
We are planning on hitting the streets of Poplar Bluff to collect signatures. 500 signatures in one afternoon is possible if you help us! We are all meeting in the Bluff Estates Shopping Center in front of Artfully Framed just before 2pm. FAQ: I don't really know what to say. What can I do? No problem, we'll pair you up with someone who does and you can be there for support! Call 300-4567 and say: I'm ready to help on Sunday! FAQ: What do I need to bring? Good walking shoes. And if you have a clipboard and pen, bring those too! Call 300-4567 and say: I'm ready to help on Sunday! FAQ: I can't really walk, is there something
semo.net Surfers faced the back-to-back season undefeated PB Landscaping team in the Pony League Championship game on Tuesday night as the underdog in everyone's mind...except of course the Surfers'. This is the fourth time in two years that coaches Brian Becker and Mike Coleman have faced off. The first three games each ended in a Surfer loss by a single run. This time Surfers' coaches, Brian Becker and Bryan Cooper, knew that the key to winning the game was convincing the team to swing the bat while facing the fierce pitchers of PB Landscaping. An uphill battle to be sure, the Surfers knew they would once again be facing star pitcher, Tristen Francisco. Francisco is one of the best (and
Edited Clip - courtesy of ThisIsSemo.com Full Video Stream - courtesy of SEMO Times Report from Tyler Profilet from KFVS-TV You must be a registered Voter and live in the City of Poplar Bluff.
According to Doug Bagby, City Manager of Poplar Bluff, MO, "roughly 2,900 signatures" are needed to place the Open Access Petition on the ballot. Mr. Bagby further commented that "If you do acquire the correct number of signatures…the City Council will abide by the 'letter of the law' and the 'spirit of the law' and honor the vote of the public whichever way it turns out." A grassroots effort is underway to secure 3,000 Poplar Bluff registered voter signatures in 60 days, dubbed “3k60”.