We have confidence in the State Attorney's Office. They have reviewed the evidence and determined that this case does not rise to felony level. We are hopeful that upon a complete review, this case will be dismissed.

It does not surprise me that the new secretary would take a look at that situation. What does surprise me is that there would be further sanctions after the State Attorney's Office in Tallahassee said they were not convinced that criminal activity had occurred, but I am not privy to everything the new secretary knows.

He takes full responsibility for his actions, and he's really troubled by the pain he's caused the City Commission, Sante Fe and his family.

As I said from the beginning, Col. Frye didn't break any laws ... and he never should have been arrested or charged.

We want them to get back their jobs and as long as these charges are pending, there's no possibility at all. Which doesn't seem fair.

As we are poised for the expanded VAT implementation with strong safety nets, global confidence in the Philippines is resurgent,