The Suffield Observer (https://thesuffieldobserver.com/category/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/)
I read the recent article in the Observer “What do People Mean” with some interest. I am a former resident of Suffield and RTC Chairman but still read the Observer to keep up with Town news.
During our town’s state of emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic, I was disappointed to see the Suffield Democratic Town Committee (DTC) take the symbolic action of removing our First Selectman Melissa Mack from its membership. While the DTC was holding its meeting on March 25, the town announced that another resident had tested positive for coronavirus.
I am 85 years old and have always felt fortunate to have been born and raised in this country where we have the privilege of voting without being threatened, as in some other countries. I voted for the first time in 1955 and have never missed a vote since.
As I’ve read the Observer over the years, I have noted that it has become more of an opinion vehicle than an objective source of information.
The dust is settled now on your failed proposal to move the Town Highway Garage and “develop” Ffyler Place. You are quoted in the JI (Jan.29) as saying that “… it appears that Suffield residents believe the highway garage should stay where it is – and aren’t interested in economic development.”
I’d like to take the time to recognize and thank Suffield Community Aid for their dedication and generosity for all the services they provide for Suffield residents.
I am extremely dismayed at the recent developments regarding the town community center at Bridge Street School.
I cut the tape: the CVS register tape that runs to three feet or more!
I hear that Jackie Hemond is resigning from her position as our Library Director.
Dear Editor,
Is it time to let go of the Bridge Street School? I don’t mean in a cold way like demolish it or knock it down.