October 31st 2024.
To submit a letter to the editor, you can use this convenient form. If you'd like to read more letters from other individuals, check out our section dedicated to Letters to the Editor. This time, we're featuring two candidates, Wang and Dunbar, who are running for Livermore council. They claim that any candidate who advocates for a park downtown is not being truthful. According to them, the city already has numerous parks such as Stockman's Park, Carnegie Park, Livermorium Plaza, Bankhead Plaza, and Lizzie Fountain Park. They believe that instead of building another park, the city needs more parking spaces. They suggest constructing a garage, although they acknowledge that it may not be a popular option due to its high cost and unappealing appearance.
However, there is another solution that they believe would be more beneficial in the long run. They propose that the city encourages workers to live in nearby communities that are easily accessible by foot, reducing the need for cars and alleviating traffic congestion. Unfortunately, building a park downtown would hinder this plan and prevent the development of affordable housing. The candidates accuse those who support the park of prioritizing the creation of a park over the well-being of Livermore workers. In contrast, they advocate for a more forward-thinking approach and suggest voting for Kristie Wang and Steven Dunbar for City Council.
In another letter, a resident named Alan Marling urges voters to recall Pamela Price as Alameda County's District Attorney. He claims that Price, who was elected for a six-year term, has failed to fulfill her duties and instead has been protecting criminals rather than victims. Despite the offer of state resources from Governor Newsom to address the county's high crime rates, Price refused to accept help. Congressman Eric Swalwell has also called for her recall, citing her leniency towards criminals. Even the District Attorney of San Francisco, Brooke Jenkins, believes that Price's policies have only contributed to the increase in crime. Additionally, Price's own lawyers have voted to recall her, and all 14 police unions in the county have also demanded her removal. Marling urges voters to vote for her recall on November 5th.
In the next letter, Reverend Kim Risedorph expresses her support for Shelley Clark's reelection for San Ramon schools. Having attended board meetings and witnessed Clark's dedication to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all students, Risedorph believes that Clark's balanced and attentive approach is necessary for the school district. She highlights Clark's stance on banning a book and her belief in creating a clear policy that supports learning without succumbing to fear-based censorship. Risedorph encourages voters to reelect Shelley Clark for the SRVUSD board.
Another resident, Subru Bhat, is advocating for Jatinder Sahi, who is running for New Haven Unified School District trustee in Union City. Bhat praises Sahi's involvement in various district initiatives and her commitment to addressing post-pandemic challenges, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and providing more resources for teachers. He believes that Sahi's knowledge and hard work make her the ideal candidate for the district trustee position.
In Lafayette, Michael Dawson is urging voters to vote for Gina Dawson for City Council. Having worked with her on various community projects, Dawson recognizes her as a local leader who has been tirelessly working for the betterment of the city for 16 years. He praises her fair and thorough approach and her ability to listen to all voices while reflecting the values of the community. He believes that her experience and commitment make her the right choice for Lafayette.
In Pleasanton, Susan Reid expresses her support for Valerie Arkin and Matt Gaidos, who are running for City Council. She commends Arkin's integrity, competence, intelligence, and understanding of complex issues, as well as her commitment to representing the residents rather than special interests. As a prosecuting attorney with Alameda County, Gaidos is also known for his dedication to the community and his extensive knowledge and experience. Reid encourages residents to vote for both Arkin and Gaidos.
In Fremont, Jorge Castillo is advocating for Vinnie Bacon for Mayor. He believes that Bacon's experience and education in municipal planning and transportation engineering make him the ideal candidate to ensure responsible growth in the city. Castillo also notes that Bacon has never accepted money from real estate developers, making him a trustworthy candidate for the position.
Finally, Pamela Dernham from Oakland expresses her concerns regarding Measure J in Sonoma County. While she supports the humane treatment of animals, she believes that this measure threatens many family farms that are doing their best to treat their animals well. She also points out that developers are supporting this measure, as they want the land for development. Dernham believes that if these farms go, we will be forced to rely on inhumane and environmentally harmful factory farms. She urges voters to consider the consequences before voting on this measure.
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