To To Sad State Affairs wrote on May 27, 2008 9:18 AM:
" Thank You for elaborating on what you posted. I also know some really goods dads that their dead beat ex-wives don't feel that they should have to pay and when they do, there is no justification in why they are not paying what they should. Monroe County Child Support Agency does not deserve the award - hands down. If anyone is disagreeing, I bet they have never had to deal with these people. I was told "to get off my lazy butt & find a job" when I called to find out why the c/s wasn't coming. Sad thing is - my children needed me (medically) at home but the piece of crap dad "couldn't afford" to help even though he made 50 plus thousand dollars a year. Truly Sad. Way to go Monroe Cty C/S "
Single Mom wrote on May 25, 2008 4:08 AM:
" I have dealt with this issue for 8 years now. In the past 2-3 years I have seen a vast improvement with the people who work in the child support office. Prior to that if I wanted anything done, I had to write a letter directly to the judge because the case worker I had refused to do anything about the $5,000 plus that was owed. Like the other single moms that responded I work full-time and as much overtime as I can squeeze in. I also call when the check doesn't come. Like most public employees they have more cases than they can possibly keep track of so bringing a problem to their attention is the best way of getting action. "
Sad state of affairs wrote on May 24, 2008 7:31 AM:
" I was a single mom who raised 3 kids. I didn't get child support, they all had the same father, he left us and I had 3 jobs to take care of my kids. They are all grown now, I know it is tough for mom's who have dead beat ex's, I've been there. I was only pointing out that I have SEEN people, to include my own sister, live on welfare rather than work and THEN when she HAD to go to work, she is working minimum wage and did not prepare for her own future thus is a bitter woman. She has no retirement plan etc. Kudo's to the mom's that really try. I know their are good mom's out there but also there are a few that have kids to remain on welfare, sorry if you misunderstood my statement, I was just pointing out that there are these things that go on. Those of you that are trying your best by working and raising your children it is a difficult road but can be accomplished. Best wishes to you and your children. There also are good "dad's" and dead beat mom's, the law should treat either equally when seeking the child support needed for their children. "
Hmmm again wrote on May 23, 2008 5:08 PM:
" Everyone who has commented has a legitimate point of view. Someone always gets the short end of the deal. I just believe before an agency gets an "award", it is being given because everyone they deal with is treated fairly. As we can see that hasn't happened with this agency. They need to be revamped and men added to the staff as well as making their policies equal across the board. "
To To Sad State of Affairs wrote on May 23, 2008 3:29 PM:
" Very well said! I agree 100%. I too am a single mom, and it is tough raising a kid by yourself, I also have a part time and full time job. Some people just don't realize how tough it is.
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To Sad State of Affairs wrote on May 22, 2008 3:22 PM:
" You must really have to pay alot of money for child support. Because not all mothers "go out to get pregnant just for child support" & that is there only income. Have you ever had to raise a child on your own. I am, and hold down a fulltime job, parttime job and still don't have enough to go around. Just paying the lawyer bills to make the worthless piece of crap at least help with his children is outrageous. Then there are medical bills, schooling and just trying to keep food on the table & clothes on their backs. Give it up and help take care of you kid(s), you are truly bitter!!!!!!!!!!!!! "
A Mom who sees both sides wrote on May 22, 2008 3:17 PM:
" I also receive c/s and know those Moms who have to pay. My concern is, when Monroe County C/S needs to help they don't want to do their jobs but when they don't need to stick their noses in and screw up on paperwork, then they put leins on vehicles that don't deserve it and to try and make them fix the mistakes they made is impossible. Am I making any sense? Talk to the agency sometime and you will come out feeling just as confused!!!!!!!! "
Congrats on the Award wrote on May 22, 2008 7:21 AM:
" Good job ladies!! Keep up the good work. "
To Re hmmmmm wrote on May 22, 2008 7:17 AM:
" Has your husband complained to the agency to have them go after her?? He needs to be just as aggressive about the matter as his ex. He can intercept her taxes, etc. "
Sad state of affairs wrote on May 22, 2008 7:09 AM:
" Times are changing and good thing for dad's as not all woman are meant to be mothers. They should NOT be lenient on these woman. I'm sure that most just go get pregnant and have another child or two to make things even more difficult. Less "handouts" and placing more responsibility on BOTH parents is needed. People need to stop having children if they can not afford them, unfortunately that is HOW some woman chose to live, by having children from multiple father's can really make them a good income, but only till the children reach age......I've seen that too, then they have to go to work like the rest of us. Congrats on the award, keep up the good work!! "
reHmmm wrote on May 21, 2008 1:24 PM:
" I totaly agree. I am the wife of a man that both pays child support and recieves support. His X wife owes over $8,000 and not a damn thing has been done about it. But he falls $500 behind and the cops show up at the door.
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Hmmm the nd wrote on May 20, 2008 11:52 PM:
" "Oh, great, an award for legalized robbery. I see so many "poor single mothers" who get everything they need from the government while the single dads get busted. Many of them don't even have enough money to live, yet they can't get any help at all. But they are the "rotten absent dads". By the way, I'm not a dad either. But I see dads go without while single moms get everything. When do dads get some rights and help?" "
Hmmm wrote on May 20, 2008 8:56 AM:
" What percentage of these cases are aimed at making a father being held accountable for support as apposed to a mother being held accountable? I'm guessing the accountability is very lopsided. In recent years more fathers have custody of their children but getting the mothers to pay support seems to be a 'non' issue for the child support agency. Before anyone says I'm a disgruntled father - I'm not. I'm a mom who has known parents on both sides of these issues and I have yet to see any child support agency put the time and effort into making these issues equalized. And was wondering why there aren't any men in this department? "
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