The Citizen Online - Letters to the Editor

Bailout shows there’s no honor among elected thieves

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:28:45 -0400

There is big, big trouble, and we are told by the people in Washington that the whole thing’s going to collapse if we don’t do something.

State limits what BoE can legally cut

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:28:09 -0400

As we discuss the E-SPLOST initiative, a number of residents express the opinion that our school administration is using scare tactics to get people to support the E-SPLOST.

Board of Education shirking its duty to make hard choices on school funds

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:27:30 -0400

There have been some well-written articles by others critiquing the pursuit of ESPLOST this fall. There have been other articles about how we will be gaining ESPLOST tax revenue from residents outside of Fayette County who shop here.

File: Schools’ fiscal responsibility vital to all of us

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:26:47 -0400

After attending the Fayette Chamber of Commerce education funding night on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, I am left with many observations about the lack of fiscal responsibility exhibited by some members of the Fayette County Board of Education (FCBOE).

Vote NO on ice rink

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:25:21 -0400

On Nov. 4, you will have the opportunity to send a clear and concise message to the elected officials of Peachtree City. On the ballot will be a referendum for a $9.9 million bond to construct Phase 1 of a multiphase recreational project.

Outrage: $9.9 million PTC bond vote to benefit 1 man

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:22:18 -0400

As a resident of Peachtree City, I am outraged that the mayor and City Council would support the use of city property and raise taxes to pay for the construction of a facility that would benefit a local business man.

We must fight for Wilshire buffer

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:19:13 -0400

Months were spent to develop a plan for the commercial development on Ga. Highway 74 South called Wilshire Pavilion, owned by Columbia Properties. Planning commission, city staff, neighbors from nearby communities, the Peachtree City Civic Association — all worked with Columbia Properties to come up with a plan for this commercial property that will be agreeable to all.

Implications of 3-2

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:17:50 -0400

On the City Council meeting of Sept. 18, an interesting topic came up concerning the tone of the council by one of our council members. The next day, The Citizen posted an article on this portion of the meeting, both online and in print.

Support only candidates who promise and deliver true open government

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:16:42 -0400

In 1754, Benjamin Franklin published in his Pennsylvania Gazette what many believe to be the first American political cartoon: A writhing snake cut into pieces depicting the colonies severed from one another.

PTC Council conflict: The problem is some members don’t listen to public

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:15:57 -0400

The current conflict within the PTC Council reflects only the differences in personal viewpoints of each member of council, when, in fact, there is a void of citizen input on most issues.

Vouchers don’t address our education problems

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:14:27 -0400

It is interesting to note that state Senator Eric Johnson is still trying to push school vouchers on the citizens of Georgia. He should be paying more attention to improving the public school system in Georgia instead of trying to put a Band-aid on the problem. Given the history of his own district, I would think he would want to improve the public education system outside of the few counties who take a lot of pride in what they have established in their own communities.

Can’t find anyone who thinks bypass is good idea

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:13:47 -0400

To the Fayette County Commission: Having followed the discussions on the West Fayette Bypass and having read the recent letter submitted to The Citizen by Ms. Ginga Smithfield, I feel compelled to urge you to reassess the feasibility of this plan.

Here’s another side of the SPLOST story

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:33:56 -0400

In Claude Paquin’s latest editorial, he has stated some facts and opinions that require further explanation to help our fellow citizens decide on how to vote on the eSPLOST initiative on the November ballot.

Write-in candidate File: A pledge to open up often-murky BoE proceedings

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:33:15 -0400

You, as a member of this community, have a right to know what is going on — even behind the scenes — within our Fayette County Board of Education (FCBOE).

Smola has fought to remain within BoE budget

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:32:38 -0400

Nicole File’s main campaign points identify frustrations regarding the Fayette County Board of Education and school board activities. That’s hardly an innovative platform to launch a campaign.