Letter: Education key to bicyclist’s safety
Ron Berben
St Augustine, FL
Dear Editor:
The recent attention given to the hit-and-run death of 43-year-old Randy Wayne Miller has brought the safety of our bicyclists in the city to the discussion table. I have always been a supporter of our cyclists in this city and always will be.
Letter: Allow sidewalk dining on San Marco
Laura Jane Puckett
St Augustine, FL
Dear Editor:
I’ve been working with St Augustine Vice-Mayor Nancy Sikes-Klein and City Commissioner Leanna Freeman to try to allow outdoor sidewalk dining along San Marco Avenue in North City.
There is a word that defines someone who tries to get an advantage for themselves from a situation without thinking about what is right — that person is referred to as an “opportunist”. The word is often used to describe politicians, and it is not considered a desirable trait.
Not a lot of news to report today, lots was happening — but most of the activity was around a dinner table, surrounded by family and friends, two and four-legged, shaved or furry, we accept each other, “warts and all” as my mother once told me.
Guest Column: Crime prevention starts at home
Loran Lueders
Chief of Police
St Augustine, FL
Thanksgiving is here and Christmas is just around the corner. Let me share a few tips with you that can help your family enjoy the Holidays and keep you safe from becoming the victim of a crime.
Letter: Asked to be removed from consideration
Joseph G. Joyner, Ed. D.
Superintendent of Schools
St Johns County, FL
Dear Editor:
The priorities in my life are now, and always have been, faith, family and personal/professional—in that order. Although my selfish nature often belies these priorities, I strive to adhere to this value system.
Letter: Julington Creek CDD members suspicious
Leslie J Miedema
St Johns, FL
Dear Editor:
The actions of several of the Julington Creek CDD board members is suspicious at least.
Letter: Thanks for supporting Nation’s Oldest Port
Kathy Fleming, Executive Director
St Augustine Lighthouse and Museum
Dear Editor:
Wednesday, the St. Augustine city commission passed a resolution supporting the Nation’s Oldest Port National Heritage Area project; which celebrates the maritime heritage and culture of Northeast Florida.
