Readers shout out about the traffic problems around schools and
endorse an idea to shift local elections
Horrendous School Traffic Issues; Get the Students on the Bus
Dear Editor,
I am writing because I feel the need to voice the traffic issue at one of our local schools.
I am the parent of a Rucker and Solorsano student.
On Sept. 10, I had the unfortunate opportunity to have to transport my children to their schools. The traffic at Rucker was quite tolerable but when I attempted to drop off my Solorsano student I encountered unbelievable traffic.
Up until Friday, Sept. 9, I worked out of town and had NEVER seen how may parents actually abuse the transportation system here in Gilroy. By abuse, I mean, THEY DO NOT USE IT.
In case parents are unaware of how it works, the state of California gives our district the funding for transportation. When a student does not ride, it gives the state of California the idea we DO NOT need the funding not to mention the students whom ride the bus arrive late to their class because of all the traffic. From witnessing how many parents travel to Solorsano, their children are probably late to class, too.
I feel it is necessary to use what resources we are given by our state, which includes the school transportation system.
Vickie R. Robles, Gilroy
Change Elections But Make the Council Terms a Year Shorter
Dear Editor,
This is in response to the editorial published Sept. 8 which assumes that Gilroy voters are not capable of “dancing and chewing gum at the same time.” I think we are able to vote on numerous issues and various races on the same day.
The second argument considers the extra money for a separate election to be “PALTRY.”
Webster defines “PALTRY” as practically worthless; trifling; insignificant; contemptible; petty. I don’t consider $60,000 to $100,000 dollars to be insignificant in a city that has a hard time keeping our sidewalks in repair.
The third argument is that some council members would get an extra year on their terms.
I would suggest those in question make it a shorter term, they can run again!
The even year elections are not only much less money spent, but it also would have more voters involved in the process of electing our council and mayor.
Tom Engebretson, Gilroy
