Posts Tagged Letter to the Editor

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Wednesday June 12 2013

Letter to the Editor re: Mama Pete (from Jan Reed)

Posted 6/12/13 -  Bill, I haven’t seen Mountain Views yet but there’s a wonderful story Marge told me that I’d like to pass on. During WWII, a couple of service wives came to her, asking if she’d sit with the children while they worked. She agreed…and when others heard about her, they brought their children [...]

Sunday June 24 2012

Letter to the Editor re: Downtown Marketing

Posted 6/24/12 To the Council and City Staff: Re: Downtown Marketing June 24, 2012 I am delighted to see the interest of the Council in attracting and retaining businesses in Sierra Madre. I think the most powerful tool you can provide (in addition to what is being done) is testimonials from the owners of the [...]

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Tuesday May 01 2012

Letter to the Editor/City Council from Earl Richey re: Considering Repeal of Water Rate Increase

Posted 5/1/12 – I was asked to post this letter “word for word.”  I have left the letter as it was received, with the exception of some formatting of the addressees, and removing the contact information of the recipients and the sender, and removal of the non-City (media) recipients. April 25th, 2012 Honorable City Council Members John P. [...]

Thursday February 23 2012

Letter to the Editor re: Fundraiser for Community Member in Need

Posted 2/23/12 – Friends, This is serious…I NEED your help. A friend has been diagnosed with stage 4 lung and thyroid cancer. She has been denied government financial and medical assistance. She has 2 daughters and is unable to work. My Spa is holding a fund raiser (location TBA) for her family on 3/24 from [...]

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Friday February 17 2012

Letter to the Editor Re: Kensington Project

Posted 2/17/12 The Senior Assisted Living Project would be a great asset to our town in many ways. First and foremost it provides a cost effective alternative for all seniors to consider. Close to downtown and public transportation as well as medical services, it is in an ideal location. Karen Keegan

Wednesday December 07 2011

Letter to Editor re: Sierra Madre CERT Continues to Urge Residents to Prepare

Posted 12/7/11 – In light of the recent wind storm, many of us now realize how very vulnerable we all are in our usually calm Sierra Madre. Trees came down causing structural damage and a full electrical outage for up to 5 days in some areas. Residents were diligent about taking their kids and elderly [...]

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Wednesday October 26 2011

Letter to the Editor re: Palm Tree Danger

October 24, 2011 John Buchanan, Mayor CITY OF SIERRA MADRE 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Re:  Palm Trees – Danger from dead palm tree branches Dear Mayor Buchanan, I am writing to draw attention to something that poses a threat to the residents of Sierra Madre, as well as a liability [...]

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Tuesday May 03 2011

Letter to the Editor re: Emergency Medical Services Week

Editor: May 15-21 is National Emergency Medical Services Week. I encourage everyone to do two things. First, familiarize yourself with local emergency resources and how to access them. Make certain that everyone in your household knows how to call for help, whether it’s 911 for paramedics and fire, or the nearest Poison Control Center. Second, [...]

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Saturday March 05 2011

Letter to the Editor, re: Civic Club turns 67

Letter to the Editor, re: Civic Club turns 67

Hi- A really old Sierra Madrean.  Recently came across this photo (click to enlarge) of a Civic Club meeting that must have been taken close to when the club was first formed.  Enjoyed your article and hope the enclosed photo will add some pleasant memories. Happy to hear that the club is going strong at [...]