Letter: Public safety sales tax measure is worth it
Hello Gilroy! On your ballots this November will be Measure C, a request for a quarter of a cent sales tax that will generate about $4.5 million annually for Gilroy’s Police and Fire Departments. Why does Gilroy need this added revenue? Because we can’t...
Letter: William Shatner loves Gilroy
Last November, spurred by the Gilroy Dispatch story of the return of William Shatner’s wallet, I wrote a piece titled “An Open Letter to William Shatner.”
I wanted him to know that, in addition to his wallet adventure, he has two other connections to Gilroy—one...
Letter: Nursery’s generosity helps local charities
At the end of each year, bright red poinsettias can be seen in homes and businesses all over. In most cases, around South County, there is a silver sticker on the side of the shiny red foil that reads, Headstart Nursery.
For more than 25...
Letter: Oppose gravel mine plan at Sargent Ranch
The future of the Sargent Ranch site is officially open for discussion. While I am a big proponent of property rights, I do believe that in some situations, overriding concerns can place limitations on them.
I have attended seminars on “takings” at League of Cities...
Letter: Armendariz needs to resign
Rebeca Armendariz should resign from the City Council. She is a bad role model, flouts the law, enables unlawful behavior, and a proven liar.
Her slap on the wrist fine of $1,250 is an insult to the community. She should be charged with felony manslaughter...
