Some of the city's founding fathers have become outspoken of late, decrying the dumpster fire they set alight. No, they're not apologizing, they are chastising the bureaucrats running this shit-show. Well, someone should. And there is much to worry about as well described elsewhere.
But it raises questions. Where are the other founders? Not just the locals currently playing but the two big hitters. Where are Fran and Dan? Are they proud of what's going on? Supportive? Is this what they intended? And let's be clear, this is intentional, just look at the city charter.
In this section we get:
Who knew? That's a serious question, not a joke. Which of these founders was responsible for this? Who approved of it? Which ones even read the charter before they went out selling it to the voters? Did they really not know that a vote for this city was the last meaningful vote allowed in this city? Do they not understand that this clause means that none of the clowns we elect can do anything, unless you consider a chit chat with the Top Bureaucrat "doing something"?
There is a small ray of hope in section 2.12 subsection a:
The council can eliminate bloat by excising it bit by bit. Well, to be honest, not THIS council, but there is hope that one can be elected that might wield the sword. The only other option is to fire the city manager, something with increasing appeal.