Mark Dambly

[demlion]

Hand in the cookie jar? How so? Better brush up on your reading comprehension skills because the article clearly points the finger at Allentown government officials who are alleged to have been shaking down businesses like Dambly's company for campaign contributions. PA's pay to play laws are almost non existent and except for the city of Philadelphia which has its own pay for play rules, it's primarily limited to people who own and run casinos and the advisers, administrators and investment managers who seek work with municipal pension systems. Clearly the article suggests that Dambly and his company are victims here, not the other way around.

So it's morally wrong to take bribes, but you are a "victim" if you pay bribes? HAHAHAHAHA! So you are saying that you know for a fact or you strongly suspect that Mark Dambly paid money to corrupt politicians to get business. Is that not illegal for Dambly to do that?

 

[Misder2]

So it's morally wrong to take bribes, but you are a "victim" if you pay bribes? HAHAHAHAHA! So you are saying that you know for a fact or you strongly suspect that Mark Dambly paid money to corrupt politicians to get business. Is that not illegal for Dambly to do that?

One can only hope he knows it as fact, first hand sort of knowledge

 

[demlion]

CR-66, I think the Grand Jury hearing this Allentown case needs to hear from your regarding Dambly's "victim" status. how much did they shake him down for? Did he pay in cash? Have you seen his bank records? Have you spoken to him about how he was forced to pay bribes to politicians to get government contracting work? Did he deduct the bribes from his taxes as a cost of doing business in eastern PA? Are you revealing GJ secrets? Have you spoken to Dambly? HAHAHAHA!

That is very rich.

 

[Bob78]

Hand in the cookie jar? How so? Better brush up on your reading comprehension skills because the article clearly points the finger at Allentown government officials who are alleged to have been shaking down businesses like Dambly's company for campaign contributions. PA's pay to play laws are almost non existent and except for the city of Philadelphia which has its own pay for play rules, it's primarily limited to people who own and run casinos and the advisers, administrators and investment managers who seek work with municipal pension systems. Clearly the article suggests that Dambly and his company are victims here, not the other way around.

Maybe it's opposite day or something.

I think, from the way the evidence presents itself in the article, where many people were interviewed (forget that Dambly and other key players were not), that it is reasonable to conclude that Dambly failed in his moral obligation to lead by not allowing himself to shaken down (He is perhaps more familiar with being 'stirred'). Dambly and other industry leaders knew of the shake-downs but did not report them to the proper authorities - regardless of laws on or not on the books. Given that, there is no way we should allow Dambly to continue to be in a position of (pretend) leadership of our University. All references to him should be expunged asap. Really, what choice do we have? It's the courageous thing to do.

 

[demlion]

One can only hope he knows it as fact, first hand sort of knowledge

Yeah I think justice demands that CR volunteer to testify before a grand jury about his knowledge of corrupt public projects in PA. And to think Dambly was just in the news a couple months ago for pushing some $50 million dorm projects for PSU in his role as a trustee. Huh. You don't suppose.........

 

[WeR0206]

The fact that Dambly is an ex con who has been sued numerous times and lost/had to pay judgments due to his shady business practices it's absolutely outrageous that he has anything to do with sitting on a school's BOT let alone being in charge of capital planning projects involving tens of millions of dollars.

He's like a kid in a candy store right now....smh

 

[StinkStankStunk]

Hand in the cookie jar? How so? Better brush up on your reading comprehension skills because the article clearly points the finger at Allentown government officials who are alleged to have been shaking down businesses like Dambly's company for campaign contributions. PA's pay to play laws are almost non existent and except for the city of Philadelphia which has its own pay for play rules, it's primarily limited to people who own and run casinos and the advisers, administrators and investment managers who seek work with municipal pension systems. Clearly the article suggests that Dambly and his company are victims here, not the other way around.

LOL. Classic

 

[91Joe95]

Hand in the cookie jar? How so? Better brush up on your reading comprehension skills because the article clearly points the finger at Allentown government officials who are alleged to have been shaking down businesses like Dambly's company for campaign contributions. PA's pay to play laws are almost non existent and except for the city of Philadelphia which has its own pay for play rules, it's primarily limited to people who own and run casinos and the advisers, administrators and investment managers who seek work with municipal pension systems. Clearly the article suggests that Dambly and his company are victims here, not the other way around.

Poor Mark. I think he just became the victim of CR's perfect prognosticating skills.

 

[Lionfan01]

Is this where we wait for CR's handlers to give him new talking points?

 

[marshall23]

I think it would be prudent for us to wait until the legal process moves along and not pass judgement upon Mr. Dambly. After all, he has not been indicted and therefore we should extend the same courtesy to him that The Trustees gave Joseph Vincent Paterno. Oops! On second thought....fire his ass off the board.

 

[Bob78]

I think it would be prudent for us to wait until the legal process moves along and not pass judgement upon Mr. Dambly. After all, he has not been indicted and therefore we should extend the same courtesy to him that The Trustees gave Joseph Vincent Paterno. Oops! On second thought....fire his ass off the board.

You mean... retire him a few months early, right? Maybe our gal Cyndy can type up a memo demanding he return his rotary phone and fax machine. While she is at it, she can deliver the sticky note to him later tonight.

 

[TheBigUglies]

To get gov't contracts you got to play the game and become part of the inner circle because no one will trust you with gov't money otherwise. Everyone in the construction industry, especially the big boys, must pay to play when they get the gov't contracts. I am sure the same things go on at PSU because it is mostly gov't money. Over budget? Who cares, here is some more, just make sure you fund me to get re-elected or keep me in my job.

 

[WDLion]

If you pay a bribe to a government official you are not a "victim."

But if you had any scruples, you'd know that.

They're not bribes, They're kickbacks.

 

[Nittany Ziggy]

They're not bribes, They're kickbacks.

In my biz, we use the word "rebate". That's Latin for kickback!

 

[demlion]

They're not bribes, They're kickbacks.

I always thought kickbacks took place after you get the money from the govt project, and bribes are what you pay BEORE you get it. Oh, wait! So maybe the money he gave the mayor's campaign was for past services rendered? And he hasn't paid for the Parking garage project yet ?

I have to say this is one of the most revealing threads I have read in a looong time here. Cr's defense of poor Mark is an all-time classic.

Well, what was he poor guy to do? This is his LIVELIHOOD we are talking about. this just boggles my poor country boy mind. HAHAHA!

 

[Franklin_Restores_TheTradition]

I believe Dambly was appointed by Rendell...not sure.

He was originally appointed by Rendell, but re-appointed by Corbett I believe. You can't hold Rendell responsible for Corbett's re-appointment -- it doesn't quite work that way....or are you saying that Corbett isn't responsible and accountable for doing his own due diligence on appointees and the selection of the most qualified parties (not the biggest political contributors)....

 

[Franklin_Restores_TheTradition]

Yep....that's it....good guy Mark is a victim. Are you naïve,stupid, or both?? or do you assume everyone else is?
Sleezy politicians and crooks in developer's clothing are made for each other....co conspirators indeed.
If Dambly had only reported those who were doing the shakedown....with the benefit of hindsight, I'll bet he wishes he had...yes/no.

I believe Dambly is a fairly big Section 8 guy too - Section 8 (e.g., "slum-lord"....."the projects"....etc...) housing is a bonanza for the Developer as they can borrow at essentially government subsidized rates and then are paid government guaranteed subsidized rent - there is very little risk and pretty good returns in Section 8 Development and Management which is why the winning Developers on such projects are big political donors and political animals....

 

[Ralpoh]

He was originally appointed by Rendell, but re-appointed by Corbett I believe. You can't hold Rendell responsible for Corbett's re-appointment -- it doesn't quite work that way....or are you saying that Corbett isn't responsible and accountable for doing his own due diligence on appointees and the selection of the most qualified parties (not the biggest political contributors)....

Is it Ok with you if I hold both responsible? Dambly took care of anyone in any party as long as they opened the right doors.

 

[simons96]

In my biz, we use the word "rebate". That's Latin for kickback!

when I worked in construction management in San Francisco, it was called "a lil something for the effort"

 

[91Joe95]

I always thought kickbacks took place after you get the money from the govt project, and bribes are what you pay BEORE you get it. Oh, wait! So maybe the money he gave the mayor's campaign was for past services rendered? And he hasn't paid for the Parking garage project yet ?

I have to say this is one of the most revealing threads I have read in a looong time here. Cr's defense of poor Mark is an all-time classic.

Well, what was he poor guy to do? This is his LIVELIHOOD we are talking about. this just boggles my poor country boy mind. HAHAHA!

Its not often you see someone admit a felony occured and then pretend its no big deal, strike that, the perp is actually the victim. I can't wait for that one to play out in court.

 

[francofan]

Long time lurker, first time poster. It looks like Mr. Dambly may have had his hand in the cookie jar in Allentown.

http://www.mcall.com/news/local/all...ubpoena-parking-authority-20160127-story.html

Dambly is a cocky SOB. I hope he gets was he deserves. Penn State does not deserve him. The sooner he is off the Penn State BOT the better.

 

[demlion]

To get gov't contracts you got to play the game and become part of the inner circle because no one will trust you with gov't money otherwise. Everyone in the construction industry, especially the big boys, must pay to play when they get the gov't contracts. I am sure the same things go on at PSU because it is mostly gov't money. Over budget? Who cares, here is some more, just make sure you fund me to get re-elected or keep me in my job.

Just so we don't forget it's a crime.

 

[Nittany Ziggy]

when I worked in construction management in San Francisco, it was called "a lil something for the effort"

I worked on a huge construction project in India. They were a little more transparent. Our representative instructed all of our subcontractors (and us, of course) to put 1% of your scope of supply into "The Briefcase Fund". When questioned, he stated simply that he would hand a briefcase full of money (worth 1% of the project value) to the president of the steel company and we would get the job without further questions. It happened just as he explained it! We got a lot of mileage out of that phrase "Briefcase Fund" over the years.

 

[StinkStankStunk]

Are there any remaining questions as to why Dambly's PSU projects cost us twice as much as they should?


Do we now have a handle on where all that extra money is going?


I mean, it's not like this hasn't been his MO.....in everything he touches.....for TWENTY YEARS.

 

[pennstatekev]

INTEGRITY: We act with integrity and honesty in accordance with the highest academic, professional, and ethical standards.

RESPECT: We respect and honor the dignity of each person, embrace civil discourse, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.

RESPONSIBILITY: We act responsibly, and we are accountable for our decisions, actions, and their consequences.

DISCOVERY: We seek and create new knowledge and understanding, and foster creativity and innovation, for the benefit of our communities, society, and the environment.

EXCELLENCE: We strive for excellence in all our endeavors as individuals, an institution, and a leader in higher education.

COMMUNITY: We work together for the betterment of our University, the communities we serve, and the world.

Has Mark gone against the Penn State Values?

 

[wensilver]

this ---->

INTEGRITY: We act with integrity and honesty in accordance with the highest academic, professional, and ethical standards.

RESPECT: We respect and honor the dignity of each person, embrace civil discourse, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.

RESPONSIBILITY: We act responsibly, and we are accountable for our decisions, actions, and their consequences.

DISCOVERY: We seek and create new knowledge and understanding, and foster creativity and innovation, for the benefit of our communities, society, and the environment.

EXCELLENCE: We strive for excellence in all our endeavors as individuals, an institution, and a leader in higher education.

COMMUNITY: We work together for the betterment of our University, the communities we serve, and the world.

Has Mark gone against the Penn State Values?

 

[demlion]

Lots of us find ourselves wondering why we are still angry/upset about the way the BoT does things even after 4 years of witnessing it. Partly it is because of the dynamic pointed out by pennstatekev above--we are lectured about values by Dr. Barron one week, and a couple weeks later we find out that one of his biggest supporters on the BoT may have a problem with the very values Barron lectured us about. It is somewhat healing to know the reason for the emotions we feel. We are not crazy, we are being manipulated.

 

[demlion]

In Lagos, Nigeria, many years ago, friends there on business told me it was called "baksheesh."

 

[Keyser Soze 16801]

Lots of us find ourselves wondering why we are still angry/upset about the way the BoT does things even after 4 years of witnessing it. Partly it is because of the dynamic pointed out by pennstatekev above--we are lectured about values by Dr. Barron one week, and a couple weeks later we find out that one of his biggest supporters on the BoT may have a problem with the very values Barron lectured us about. It is somewhat healing to know the reason for the emotions we feel. We are not crazy, we are being manipulated.

Like paying taxes, acting in accordance with espoused values is for the little people.

 

[StinkStankStunk]

Ira Lubert and his "Mini-Me" Mark Dambly

 

[eloracv]

Ira Lubert and his "Mini-Me" Mark Dambly

Liar, liar, pants on fire...

 

[wensilver]

Brings to mind the movie "Gaslight".

https://www.google.com/imgres?imgur...142M&itg=1&usg=__0qFqSPytxKJ0GBpWXBhVjbCErtU=

Lots of us find ourselves wondering why we are still angry/upset about the way the BoT does things even after 4 years of witnessing it. Partly it is because of the dynamic pointed out by pennstatekev above--we are lectured about values by Dr. Barron one week, and a couple weeks later we find out that one of his biggest supporters on the BoT may have a problem with the very values Barron lectured us about. It is somewhat healing to know the reason for the emotions we feel. We are not crazy, we are being manipulated.

 

[eloracv]

Liar, liar, pants on fire...

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[91Joe95]

Liar, liar, pants on fire...

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That never gets old. Who here doesn't think Dambly's family found out on TV their husband/father was an ex-con who spent time in jail?

 

[Sharkies]

That never gets old. Who here doesn't think Dambly's family found out on TV their husband/father was an ex-con who spent time in jail?

God, I LOVEEEE IT. I watch this video of his tightly pursed lips saying, "I don't recall that... I don't recall that.." whenever I need a new pick-me-up to invigorate me about just how much I LOOOOAAATHEEE these pieces of sh*t still on OUR board. Hopefully when the feds come a knockin, this guy will get a nice, long sentence in a jail cell so it'll be impossible to forget.

 

[demlion]

Brings to mind the movie "Gaslight".

https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.gstatic.com/tv/thumb/movieposters/1507/p1507_p_v8_aa.jpg&imgrefurl=http://google.com/search?tbm=isch&q=Gaslight&h=1440&w=960&tbnid=ETP9FPtvLUo7AM:&tbnh=160&tbnw=106&docid=sJtITdjSWd142M&itg=1&usg=__0qFqSPytxKJ0GBpWXBhVjbCErtU=

Bingo.

 

[StefenD001]

This probe is huge. It has already taken down 3 City Administators and 1 service provider. It WILL take down the Mayor, more contractors and more city administrators, along with, I am told, a State Senator and perhaps a Congressman.
The FBI raided City Hall last summer, along with the Mayor's home. The Mayor, Ed Pawlowski, was going to run for the Senate. His long time Campaign Director, Mike Fleck, disappeared that day. His home was cleared out, his cars gone and he nor his wife have been seen again. It is believed he wore a wire for the FBI and he is in the Witness Protection Program.
There is a LOT of money being made in the downtown renewal. LOTS OF MONEY. This whole scam is being financed by something called the NIZ. Here is an article about the NIZ.

http://www.allentownpa.gov/Neighborhood-Improvement-Zone

Could this be his son wrestling for Wilkes U up in Wilkes-Barre (Mike Fleck)? He's from the Lehigh Valley...but perhaps not his child since he just finished 2nd at MAC Championships.

 

[MichaelJackSchmidt]

INTEGRITY: We act with integrity and honesty in accordance with the highest academic, professional, and ethical standards.

RESPECT: We respect and honor the dignity of each person, embrace civil discourse, and foster a diverse and inclusive community.

RESPONSIBILITY: We act responsibly, and we are accountable for our decisions, actions, and their consequences.

DISCOVERY: We seek and create new knowledge and understanding, and foster creativity and innovation, for the benefit of our communities, society, and the environment.

EXCELLENCE: We strive for excellence in all our endeavors as individuals, an institution, and a leader in higher education.

COMMUNITY: We work together for the betterment of our University, the communities we serve, and the world.

Has Mark gone against the Penn State Values?

Barron announced today that he will review this...

 

[MichaelJackSchmidt]

In Lagos, Nigeria, many years ago, friends there on business told me it was called "baksheesh."

With Dambly and the BOT it is called BullSh*t.

 

[EPC FAN]

Could this be his son wrestling for Wilkes U up in Wilkes-Barre (Mike Fleck)? He's from the Lehigh Valley...but perhaps not his child since he just finished 2nd at MAC Championships.

I don't have any idea, but the political Mike Fleck was once on Easton City Council. The wrestler Mike Fleck wrestled for Easton, then Wilson Area, so it is possible.