I really wish people understood their personal responsibility to our neighbors when they consider what the fundamental nature of a bond election is.We are essentially voting to obligate our neighbors to pay for something we personally want. I can count at least 10 households within a two-block ...
A recent Herald Poll asked whether the state should apply greater control to its alcoholic beverages sales. Among the responses:Make consumer payWhy should a government sell liquor? The use of alcoholic drinks impairs the mind and senses, yet people chose to consume it. Their choice inflicts ...
YMCA is a great option, why do we want to take on the debt of a rec center, when the YMCA is an established nonprofit organization? The YMCA has been established in the U.S. since 1851. Our community exceeds the minimum criteria for a YMCA.Pros of a YMCA:•Residents not committed to higher ...
Well, here it is again, murder season (otherwise known as hunting season), when normally intelligent people go a killing spree of God's beautiful, innocent creatures. How they could possibly have a conscience, and do such a thing, is beyond me. The only reason is man's basest instinct -- to ...
There was a letter to the editor that complained about the city raising base fees for business licenses and renewals and also for disproportionate business license fees.This is beyond common sense. We need businesses to provide jobs. What are our city council members thinking?Is this money ...
I am writing to express my disappointment in the DWR, and their mismanagement of our wildlife. I personally didn't have an elk or a deer license this year, but I have been a dedicated hunter all of my life. I have talked to many friends and relatives that did have an elk and deer license this ...
A recent Herald Poll asked about a proposed tax increase on sodas and other sweet drinks. Among the responses:Where to stop?So if the intent is to make us healthier, let’s tax everything. Perhaps a tax on iPods, iPads, laptop and desk top computers, the list goes on and on. Kids are getting ...
My wife and I have been renting an accessory apartment located on ground level at the back of our home for the past 48 years. During this same time we successfully housed our six children in the front part of our home. The lot is well landscaped and the driveway is wide enough to accommodate ...
As I read this morning's paper about those who have applied to finish Mayor Washburn's term, the "Center For Story" jumped off the page and choked me as it always does. I detest the name, not necessarily the concept. The idea that something designed to improve literacy in Utah Valley should ...
I am writing as a father and citizen who wishes to stop the abuse of controlled substances in our community. It starts out small, and then turns into a desperate ride down the slippery slope of addiction. As a concerned citizen, I am reaching out to this community to ask for your help and ...