The problem with New York, this top-down mentality that defies logic- small businesses with a vested interest in community possess a conscience yet must endure the big-brother, blanket regulation that stifles their survival. As I noted in my post about pending FDA regulation of egg production: small farms are not squalid and should not be forced to sterilize just because mega-egg-farm systems promote disease propogation.
As with the WalMart debate, the inter-relationship of business and government has blindsided communities by favoring big-boxes that promise jobs, but actually siphon jobs and commerce away, gutting community enterprise in ways one cannot predict without having experienced the glut first-hand. The residual impact of these big-boxes that depend on out-of-market suppliers is to the detriment of local industry in general.
Holding business accountable to standards of excellence is prudent. Master-minding procedures to enforce standards that sap resources better directed toward quality, payroll and R & D is counter-productive. We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers. We do not need a repressive system that penalizes business when no standard has been violated. Small businesses by nature do not present the collateral impact that large businesses do. The carbon imprint, drain on resources and waste demands of small businesses are manageable within the context of the communities those businesses operate.
Small businesses function as a team player in the community; they network with local suppliers and consumers to mutually enhance the community- both in economic vitality and quality of life. Vital local businesses add to host communities providing jobs, taxes and consumables that sustain a web of interactive benefits reflected in educational opportunities, social activities and general community health.
The big-boxes sap community resources and flee when the subsidies expire, leaving behind an obsolete shell. Sadly, as witnessed across our state, the big-boxes move in as an infestation- not only competing with local businesses, but competing with each other in a feeding frenzy that defies the market need. Example: on East Main, a second drug-store retailer is now to open kitty-corner to an existing one. Why? It makes no sense, and contributes to eventual decay.
CM,
You said, "We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers."
Who determines if a business operates in the best interest of a community in your legislation? CM, can you give us an idea of a few of your standards a business must meet?
Are you hinting that if elected, you would try to prevent box stores from opening and operating?
What legislation are you referring to, John? I didn't mention any legislation. I'm talking about communities. Communities should decide what is in their own best interest. I think I mapped that out in the opening sentence. If a community wants big boxes, so be it.
We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers. We do not need a repressive system that penalizes business when no standard has been violated.
Illustration:
Prudent Regulation- Prohibit discharging toxic chemicals into public sewer system.
Repressive System- Mandate all businesses perform daily analysis of waste discharge into public sewer system.
John, my whole premise is LESS REGULATION, why would you walk away with the impression I am advocating anything else? As for the sewage "illustration," it was nothing more than an abstract illustration.
CM,
From your original post, it seemed as if you were stating that new regulation are needed in communities. You never mentioned less regulation at first.
However, I am glad that at least on the issue of less regulation, you agree with Mr. Hawley.
"The problem with New York, this top-down mentality that defies logic- small businesses with a vested interest in community possess a conscience yet must endure the big-brother, blanket regulation that stifles their survival."
John, you really know how to hurt a guy. I'm an English/Journalism major and published author; your misinterpretation of my post foils my confidence.
By the way, my father was a lifelong Republican. My mother was a Democrat until our County Legislature hedged on her appointment as Historian. I am a Green Party member. I like to think my bi-partisan upbringing left me partisan-neutral and a bridge-builder. Your critique that I sound like a Republican and agree with the incumbent's take on regulation underscores my mediative potential.
C.M., That was a great illustration, and it brings up another interesting point. Those who operate small business are usually members of the community, and would be less likely to dispose of toxins illegally. I'm not sure the same can be said about corporations with no ties to the community.
Thats about as one sided as
Thats about as one sided as it gets.
I'm surprised. I thought
I'm surprised. I thought there would be more people in the "business needs to be regulated" camp.
Not only the state, but
Not only the state, but county and town requirements can make it almost impossible for small businesses to get going, stay going and actually prosper.
I know from first hand experience.
The problem with New York,
The problem with New York, this top-down mentality that defies logic- small businesses with a vested interest in community possess a conscience yet must endure the big-brother, blanket regulation that stifles their survival. As I noted in my post about pending FDA regulation of egg production: small farms are not squalid and should not be forced to sterilize just because mega-egg-farm systems promote disease propogation.
As with the WalMart debate, the inter-relationship of business and government has blindsided communities by favoring big-boxes that promise jobs, but actually siphon jobs and commerce away, gutting community enterprise in ways one cannot predict without having experienced the glut first-hand. The residual impact of these big-boxes that depend on out-of-market suppliers is to the detriment of local industry in general.
Holding business accountable to standards of excellence is prudent. Master-minding procedures to enforce standards that sap resources better directed toward quality, payroll and R & D is counter-productive. We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers. We do not need a repressive system that penalizes business when no standard has been violated. Small businesses by nature do not present the collateral impact that large businesses do. The carbon imprint, drain on resources and waste demands of small businesses are manageable within the context of the communities those businesses operate.
Small businesses function as a team player in the community; they network with local suppliers and consumers to mutually enhance the community- both in economic vitality and quality of life. Vital local businesses add to host communities providing jobs, taxes and consumables that sustain a web of interactive benefits reflected in educational opportunities, social activities and general community health.
The big-boxes sap community resources and flee when the subsidies expire, leaving behind an obsolete shell. Sadly, as witnessed across our state, the big-boxes move in as an infestation- not only competing with local businesses, but competing with each other in a feeding frenzy that defies the market need. Example: on East Main, a second drug-store retailer is now to open kitty-corner to an existing one. Why? It makes no sense, and contributes to eventual decay.
CM, You said, "We need
CM,
You said, "We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers."
Who determines if a business operates in the best interest of a community in your legislation? CM, can you give us an idea of a few of your standards a business must meet?
Are you hinting that if elected, you would try to prevent box stores from opening and operating?
What legislation are you
What legislation are you referring to, John? I didn't mention any legislation. I'm talking about communities. Communities should decide what is in their own best interest. I think I mapped that out in the opening sentence. If a community wants big boxes, so be it.
CM, You said we need
CM,
You said we need regulation, that usually means legislation.
And you said we need to set "minimum standards". What are a few examples of the minimum standards you say are needed.
And for what size business do you see the need for the minimum standards, or will it be for all businesses?
We need regulation to
We need regulation to establish minimum standards for businesses to operate in the best interest of communities and consumers. We do not need a repressive system that penalizes business when no standard has been violated.
Illustration:
Prudent Regulation- Prohibit discharging toxic chemicals into public sewer system.
Repressive System- Mandate all businesses perform daily analysis of waste discharge into public sewer system.
CM, We already have that type
CM,
We already have that type of minimum regulation, so why would we need more? And not all businesses have to perform the example you give.
But the idea of going through and deregulating Repressive System-Mandates has some merit and makes you sound more like a Republican.
John, my whole premise is
John, my whole premise is LESS REGULATION, why would you walk away with the impression I am advocating anything else? As for the sewage "illustration," it was nothing more than an abstract illustration.
Maybe this will help: http://www.thebatavian.com/blogs/c-m-barons/egg-recall-pasteurization-w…
CM, From your original post,
CM,
From your original post, it seemed as if you were stating that new regulation are needed in communities. You never mentioned less regulation at first.
However, I am glad that at least on the issue of less regulation, you agree with Mr. Hawley.
"The problem with New York,
"The problem with New York, this top-down mentality that defies logic- small businesses with a vested interest in community possess a conscience yet must endure the big-brother, blanket regulation that stifles their survival."
John, you really know how to hurt a guy. I'm an English/Journalism major and published author; your misinterpretation of my post foils my confidence.
By the way, my father was a lifelong Republican. My mother was a Democrat until our County Legislature hedged on her appointment as Historian. I am a Green Party member. I like to think my bi-partisan upbringing left me partisan-neutral and a bridge-builder. Your critique that I sound like a Republican and agree with the incumbent's take on regulation underscores my mediative potential.
C.M., That was a great
C.M., That was a great illustration, and it brings up another interesting point. Those who operate small business are usually members of the community, and would be less likely to dispose of toxins illegally. I'm not sure the same can be said about corporations with no ties to the community.