San Rafael, CA – The ongoing public discussion about the possible renaming of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard in Marin County continues January 25 with an online session with Marin County Supervisors Dennis Rodoni and Katie Rice. The boulevard, one of Marin’s primary east-west … [Read more...] about Drake renaming ‘listening’ session on Monday
Letters to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: ‘I’ll work hard’
Dear editor, On December 30, 2020 I had the distinct pleasure of being sworn into office by U.S. Congressman Jared Huffman, and on January 4, 2021, I officially began working for you and all the people of Marin, as your County Supervisor. Thank you to the voters who elected me with over 80% … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘I’ll work hard’
Letter to the editor: Bus bike racks
Dear editor, I ride my Fuji Nevada 1.3 (Dark Brown) mountain bike from my house to the bus stop at Rowland Boulevard. I do not drive a car and I work in San Rafael. Upon arriving at the bus stop at 6:02 a.m. the bus number 171 arrived and I put my bike on the bus rack. There was another bik … [Read more...] about Letter to the editor: Bus bike racks
Letter to the Editor: Election 2020 at 90% turnout
Dear editor, The League of Women Voters of Marin County would like to acknowledge the dedication and efforts of everyone involved in powering the November 3, 2020 election. Despite the extraordinary challenges raised by COVID-19, Marin County had a 90% voter turnout rate! This is just shy … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Election 2020 at 90% turnout
Why Drake must go
(Editor’s note: This is a letter from the principals of the high school formerly known as Drake explaining the impending name change.) H.S. 1327 Community: We want to begin our letter by thanking everyone for the time and space needed to open school. Our top priority was ensuring teachers … [Read more...] about Why Drake must go
Letter to the Editor: Thanks, Fairfaxians
Dear editor, My campaign was a success! The winners in our Fairfax race are Bruce Ackerman, Chance Cutrano and I. I am thankful for all my many supporters, volunteers, contributors, well-wishers and great endorsements! Throughout the campaign, I'm so grateful I received the support of so … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Thanks, Fairfaxians
Letter to the Editor: Thank you
Dear editor, I am extraordinarily grateful to every voter who cast a ballot this election, and for all of the election officials and volunteers dutifully collecting and counting every last vote. And I am humbled by your support for my fifth (fifth!) term in the Assembly. Like you, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Thank you
Letter to the Editor: Job well done
Dear editor, My Thoughts on the 2020 Election. For the last 4 days, I have been working for the Marin County Elections Department as a Chief Inspector and was in charge of the Novato Library voting center. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to many people. First to the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Job well done
Letter from homeless ‘resident’ of Novato city park
Dear editor, The recent letter from Novato’s Chief of Police, Matthew McCaffrey, regarding the homeless encampment at Lee Gerner Park contained multiple errors, which I, as a resident of the County- approved encampment at the park, wish to correct. While Chief McCaffrey insisted … [Read more...] about Letter from homeless ‘resident’ of Novato city park
My Turn: Why the big rush to replace RBG?
By David Hirzel The Republican party’s desperate rush to confirm their president’s newest nominee to the Supreme Court is more than unseemly, it threatens the very fabric of our society. Sure, we can all suspect Amy Coney Barrett’s personal views might end up having some bearing her … [Read more...] about My Turn: Why the big rush to replace RBG?