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Ed Umbrell's On & Off Conflict of Interest

During 2003 Ed Umbrell sat on the Planning Commission. He did not vote against letting 5 properties out of the historic district as he acknowledged that he had a relationship with the attorney representing the citizens. He recused himself.

Fast-forward to 2006 and Ed Umbrell, now Chairman of the Planning Commission, votes against another property seeking removal from the district.

Why the shift? How did Ed Umbrell have a conflict requiring recusal in 2003, but no conflict in 2006? Can someone explain those ethics to us? Are conflicts for Umbrell only applied when convenient?

Further, watch this video:

In 2006 Umbrell was asked what the rules were for the historic district and replied, “Not being a member of the Board I can't answer.” But on the 2004 video clip above Umbrell clearly says he understands the guidelines. Why does Umbrell's story flop around?

Last but not least, Umbrell is resigning on June 19, 2006 as he is moving from Vienna. Thanks for leaving us your mess to clean up Ed.

Posted by Historic Vienna Posts on June 16, 2006 08:13 PM |

Comments

Mr. Ed: You deliberately mislead (some might say lied) during a public hearing. Thank heaven this site and post will be here forever to remind citizens of your complete lack of honesty. How will you answer questions under deposition? You are a corrupt politician.

Posted by: Tractor Man | June 18, 2006 09:37 AM

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