Letters to the Editor: Fourth train in Gilroy; memorial rebuild
Opening more travel options for locals
I wish to commend the effort put forth by the mayors of Gilroy and Morgan Hill, and the Valley Transportation Authority and Caltrain in adding a fourth train from Gilroy. A later departure will be beneficial to commuters and...
Letter: Recall effort against Armendariz is underway
A group of concerned citizens has formed to begin the official recall process of Councilmember Rebeca Armendariz.
On Oct. 31, 2021, during a party that was held at the home of Armendariz, four young people were shot, resulting in the death of Michael Zuniga Macias...
Letter: Endorsement is irresponsible
The Gilroy Firefighters Association’s endorsement of Rebeca Armendariz for reelection to the city council shows a lack of sincerity in honoring the firefighters’ code of ethics. Namely:
1. Firefighters pledge to be honest and truthful at all times.
If so, I’d like them to answer these...
Letter: Proposed farm bill endangers small farms
Morris Grassfed Beef is deeply rooted in California’s rich ranching tradition, one that values the care of land and animals alike. We manage our land with a holistic approach that nurtures the entire ecosystem—air, water, soil, animals and people.
We are proud to be part...
Letter: The failure of finger-pointing
Unfortunately, for the third time in as many years, the Garlic Festival, due to numerous circumstances, will not take place. The community’s largest “family reunion,” to the disappointment of everyone, is on hold.
What’s more disappointing is the firestorm of name-calling, finger-pointing (especially at the...
