kallend 2,026 #1726 July 27, 2016 fencebusterPull out the FAA memo on "head tax" that USPA solicited a few years ago and provide an advance copy to the Council. Likely the issue goes away fast and quiet. See: dev.stateaviationjournal.com/2014/01/dot-issues-favorable-opinion-skydiving-taxes/ and for a similar ruling pertaining to ballooning: cms.dot.gov/sites/dot.dev/files/docs/Assistant%20General%20Counsel%20Letter%20re%20Whether%20MD%20Gross%20Receipts%20Tax%20Violates%20Anti%20Head%20Tax%20Act%201.29.2010.pdf The act itself is Anti-Head Tax Act, 48 U.S.C. §40116 And an appeals court decision upholding the act is Township of Tinicum v. United States, No. 08-1830 (3rd Cir. Sept. 14, 2009) The old USPA web site had a link to the DOT's letter to USPA, but I can't find the letter on the new improved (?) USPA web site.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #1727 August 13, 2016 It appears that she's running out of options, and grasping for straws, even using the sympathy card! I'm thinking this may be an open invite that perhaps some of our skydivers may wish to join! __________________________________________________________________________________________ Recent Editorials Aug. 6th - Daily Camera: Kimberly Gibbs - Reasonable Rules are Required (link; http://citizensforquietskies.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0060ac2a550b8429f65211dc5&id=8017ded68b&e=d9df8aa4ae ) Aug. 8th - Daily Camera: Steve Stearns (rebuttal) - Almost tragic, missed opportunity (link; http://citizensforquietskies.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=0060ac2a550b8429f65211dc5&id=4ae71c0b05&e=d9df8aa4ae ) Do you want to keep this issue alive and continue exerting pressure for reasonable regulations? We cannot make progress without your support, and I assure you that we are making progress. Please send your letter (300 words max) to: openforum@dailycamera.com Quiet Skies Meeting Please join us for a Quiet Skies strategy meeting on August 30th at 7 pm at the Longmont Public Library. Many thanks, Kimberly Gibbs Chairman and Founder, Citizens For Quiet Skies Boulder County, Colorado Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiverTilt 0 #1728 August 18, 2016 Jumpdude News Pilot walks away from small plane crash in Longmont Glad no one was injured, and I'll point out that the pilot Dave Shenk testified on our behalf at the trial. He has been a vocal critic of MHS for many years. Unfortunately, it is also worth noting that if the plane had been taking off to the east that it would likely have landed in a neighborhood. This is a legitimate concern for those living near the airport. Damn, stabbed her goat right in the back!When you are at a party stop asking people "What do you do?" ask them..."What do you do for fun?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjumpenfool 2 #1729 August 19, 2016 SkydiverTilt Damn, stabbed her goat right in the back! Caution.... Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #1730 August 23, 2016 You have to hand it to her she keeps trying..... Sure seems that she is close to the end of her rope. To our legal eagles..... When does she have to pay Mile Hi?Kevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #1731 September 29, 2016 I guess this has died out totally? I sure enjoyed listening to her rants. :PKevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #1732 September 29, 2016 We're still waiting on the appeals court ruling."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nolhtairt 0 #1733 September 30, 2016 Time table on that? When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elisha 1 #1734 September 30, 2016 nolhtairt Time table on that? When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. Stop being selfish. I think we ALL want that. The question is whether she will actually heed that or continue to futilely pursue her "quest" and annoy everyone further. Unfortunately, I suspect the latter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlanS 1 #1735 October 2, 2016 Elisha ***Time table on that? When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. Stop being selfish. I think we ALL want that. The question is whether she will actually heed that or continue to futilely pursue her "quest" and annoy everyone further. Unfortunately, I suspect the latter. Her psychological profile is a narcissist with a borderline personality disorder. She will persist as long as she has enablers around her. This typically starts with parents in childhood. Only when the damage from her efforts cause her supporters to withdraw will she stop. Then she likely will move on to find other "enablers" and perhaps a new cause. You don't want to be her neighbor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 798 #1736 October 2, 2016 Sad really, Daddy sure seemed to be pretty smart. Especially legally, which makes you wonder what their conversations are like. Also of note, the reviews of the book. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #1737 October 2, 2016 normiss Sad really, Daddy sure seemed to be pretty smart. Especially legally, which makes you wonder what their conversations are like. Also of note, the reviews of the book. "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #1738 October 3, 2016 Did you actually read the book?Skydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faicon9493 141 #1739 October 3, 2016 AlanS ******Time table on that? When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. Stop being selfish. I think we ALL want that. The question is whether she will actually heed that or continue to futilely pursue her "quest" and annoy everyone further. Unfortunately, I suspect the latter. Her psychological profile is a narcissist with a borderline personality disorder. She will persist as long as she has enablers around her. This typically starts with parents in childhood. Only when the damage from her efforts cause her supporters to withdraw will she stop. Then she likely will move on to find other "enablers" and perhaps a new cause. You don't want to be her neighbor. That makes her sound like a presidential candidate I've been hearing about! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 798 #1740 October 3, 2016 Barely. I found it to be a hard and boring read, a few interesting cases discussed were good though. I do understand he was a good trial attorney too. After reading a handful of books by attorneys, it seems it's a boring career or most of them are bad authors, unless they land a spectacular case. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick 67 #1741 October 3, 2016 Top Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 starsFantastic story teller and legal strategist ByKimberly Gibbson I guess he isn't sharing his legal no how with his daughter You can't be drunk all day if you don't start early! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boomerdog 0 #1742 October 3, 2016 QuoteWhen it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. I hope your right. But something tells me she doesn't think she's done even if she loses on appeal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nolhtairt 0 #1743 October 4, 2016 Boomerdog Quote When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. I hope your right. But something tells me she doesn't think she's done even if she loses on appeal. Maybe she'll go up to the state supreme court if she raises enough money. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #1744 October 6, 2016 nolhtairt Time table on that? When it does come, I hope the appeals court tells her to shut the fuck up and go home, oh and pay up. From Gibbs FB page this morning: Oral arguments in the judicial appeal (Quiet Skies vs. Mile-Hi Skydiving) were scheduled for Oct. 19th. Mile-Hi requested a continuance (delay) and the court has granted their request. We will keep you posted when we have the new date."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 798 #1745 October 6, 2016 Interesting. I wonder if that is a nice gesture to give them time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gowlerk 2,190 #1746 October 6, 2016 normissInteresting. I wonder if that is a nice gesture to give them time... I'm guessing it's in Mile High's interest to just drag it out and keep costing her group more money. Maybe their lawyer is too busy with other important matters. I'm sure they would like to collect the damages, but the bottom line is frustrating her efforts to hamper their operations. Let her stew in her own juices.Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyjumpenfool 2 #1748 October 6, 2016 Shhhhh!!! Don't wake the Nutjob! Just be quiet and let her sleep.... Birdshit & Fools Productions "Son, only two things fall from the sky." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #1749 October 18, 2016 Article: http://qz.com/811270/us-airport-noise-complaints-come-from-a-handful-of-people-who-risk-making-air-travel-costlier-and-more-polluting-for-everyone/ Study referenced in article: https://www.mercatus.org/publications/airport-noise-nimbyism PDF: https://www.mercatus.org/system/files/dourado-airport-noise-mop-v1.pdf"There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #1750 October 25, 2016 From CQS web page today: Oral Arguments in the judicial appeal (Quiet Skies vs. Mile-Hi Skydiving) have been rescheduled. We hope to see you there. Pursuant to the order of this court, Oral Argument in the above referenced case has been scheduled for: December 13, 2016, 1:30 PM Court of Appeals Courtroom 3rd Floor 2 E. 14th Avenue (Denver) In accordance with C.A.R. 34(2), length of argument is limited to 15 minutes per side, unless additional time has been requested and granted for good cause shown. Also note that C.A.R. 34(c) prohibits reading at length from briefs, records, or authorities. If supplemental citations, as permitted by C.A.R. 28(j), are filed they should not include argument and should be filed, when possible, no later than 7 days prior to the scheduled argument."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
