In the last 6 months we have a MRR club on the second floor of a large building. The Man and women who live across the street hate us completely. We have done nothing to him. We even tried to find out what the problem is without any solution. He has actually had a cement truck come in and pour cement over all the flowers and nice bushes we planted around the parking lot. I mean he completely covered them all. They look like lumps of cement about 7’ around and 2 foot high. They are all over the place. We even installed security cameras outside and he has built large bird houses around them. We have spoken to the city counsel also. He has even turned off the water on us for no reason. On club night we had to being in bottled water. When we have open house and people go to the first floor by mistake they are screamed and cursed at for mo reason. See he occupies the first floor. There is nothing in it. I have pasted 1 article that were in the local paper for you to see. They are letters to the editor. He has beat up two 60’s year old club members who later pressed charges against him. These older guys wouldn’t hurt a fly. His wife is just as bad. I was out smoking a cig one night and saw him walking across the parking lot. I just said hi to him and he said “Can’t say it” and gave me the finger. I was shocked. And this was before I knew who he was. These are actual clippings from the paper.
Stop the harassment of model railroaders
I have lived in the 12th Ward of Altoona for most of my 41 years, and I never have heard of a 12th Ward Civic Association.
As far as I know, there never was, at least in any recent years, an active association with board members, officers, etc. One person oversaw the first floor.
I really cant believe you guys take this. you shouldnt be complaining about it here. I would have just beat him down after attacking two members. Its ridiculous that this is even an issue. I really do not know what to say about this. I am not going to join in on the complaining because it gets me nowhere and it does not concern me. If it did it would have been resolved quickly. Well have fun
Got a lawyer friend that can write a letter? This guy’s approach is, in the legal parlance, “actionable.” You can sue him big-time, and he’ll even have to pay your legal fees. Of course, it may be hard to collect if he’s in jail. Don’t let him get away with the assault charges.
He got a slap on the wrist from it. I just wanted people to know what goes on in our club. He had family high up and it’s hard to get him. Believe me we have tried. Slowly it’s getting done. He is one of those crazy people. And I mean nuts. We have been there for almost 30 years. It’s a shame to see him cause other members and also friends not to come to the club.
From what I can understand, these two have taken upon themselves to form an “association”, and placed themselves in charge of the community center without any real authority. Those that can do something about it don’t seem to be too interested either.
Could it be they have other plans for the property, but in order to bring them to fruition, they need your club to leave?
If this guy causes problems, call the cops, let them deal with it. If they can’t help you, maybe it’s time to call City Hall. You might have to consider sending a delegation to council one night to present your case and demand answers.
No one should have to put up with this when using a public building.
But you should seek legal advice on where the club stands, and what options are available.
Interesting.
I heard about some of this from the Mirror, but, here’s my suggestions;
Contact Channels 10, 6, AND, 8 out of Johnstown, nothing makes the rats scurry away faster than competing news outlets fighting over a story.
Second, bring this up to the County Commissioners in Holidaysburg.
As I recall, the building in question is a polling place, hence, county funded.
Third. get an lawyer involved.
Fourth. PM me on this, I may have a few other tricks (and names to fly past you) that don’t need to be out on a big forum such as this.
BTW, do you guys still have that Dreyfus Hudson from the '39 World’s Fair?
OMG!! What a friggin idiot. Maybe you (whole club) confront him, maybe in front of the city council should try and find out what he’s got against model railroaders.[:(!] [:(!]
While I, like everyone else here, feel your pain, you are pretty much preaching to the choir.
This is definitely a something for cops and lawyers to take care of.
And while he may have gotten away with ‘a slap on the wrist’ for the assualt charges, I think the ACLU could make a good case against him for violating the civil rights of the two seniors he attacked. That will hit him where it hurts most - in the pocketbook.
Not to sound like a tuff guy or anything but I wouldn’t put up with that crap. If I was a member of your club and some moron beat up a couple of 60 year old members I doubt that I would be able to stop myself from beating him to a pulp. I know its not right but come on, the dude deserves a good beating.[:(!]
There are harassment laws in all States…Contract a Attorney and let the law take care of the problem to include a restraining order.Take civil action IF needed.
Dave,I agree and in years past I would have finish the fight the guy started…
As far as 60s years olds I seen some tough old birds to include my brother in law that is a retired cop.
I have already thought of that. And getting me butt kicked in front of the club is another thing. I am by no means a small person and have good defense skills. But this guy is at least 6’3", 200lb and won the Golden Gloves a few years back. He isn’t that old, and crazy as they come. His whole family is boxers, he has been boxing since he could walk, I know cause the family lived right down the street from us.
Wow strange timing. I am going to Altoona next weekend to look at a house for a possible work transfer there. Good to know there is a Club there I hope it is still taking members.
Second get the cops involved. You complain enough to them they will do something sooner or later.
Yes the club is fantastic. Great bunch of people, and yes we take on new members. Just contact me when you get here and we can meet and go to the club.
I agree, get the police involved in this. Also, contact the city about the concrete covered water meter. There are tough laws and fines concerning the vandalizing, tampering or destruction of city property.
8500HPGASTURBINE,I have found that a Louisville Slugger swung swiftly across both knee caps will fall the biggest bully in a heart beat.I am not a violent person nor do I endorse violence but, I grew up in Columbus,Ohio where one learn quickly to defend his self or pay the price by being a victim of bullies.