Editor:
Re: Community Comment (Optimist, Nov. 14)
Is it true that democratically elected ‘governors’ do not make serious errors?
Is it true that after we vote, we close our eyes to how our duly elected ‘governors’ are governing, what decisions they make?
Absolutely not. Our democracy permits freedom of speech which allows and encourages us as responsible constituents to pay attention, to express our views and concerns.
While it is true that people often fail to pay attention to governing matters, as is in the case of the renewal of Winskill Park plan to eliminate 166 trees. But now that many residents including myself are keenly aware of the decision of council to go forward with a clear cut of a significant area of Winskill forest, we are compelled to express our well considered respectful opposition to this decision and to come to the aid of the forest even though cutting has begun.
I contend that the destruction of this forest, is a grave error for the well-being of the people and the land of Delta, which is a result of a less than accurate public information process.
I call the community to stand up for Winskill forest. Write Delta Mayor and Council, [email protected]. Sign the Save Delta Forest Petition.
Carol Vignale
