Letters

Vote for Pete Weir, a DA with integrity, compassion

Editor:

It is both my privilege and honor to support Pete Weir for re-election as Jeffco’s district attorney. I first met Pete in the darkest days following Jessica Ridgeway’s kidnapping and homicide, and I witnessed first hand Pete’s leadership and compassion, as well as his unwavering resolve in the pursuit of justice for Jessica.

A response to article on school district mill levy/bond

Editor:

A response to the Aug. 31 article by Sal Christ:

The article mentions nothing of last year’s countywide property assessment increase of approximately 8 percent for 2014 and the anticipated increase of approximately 10 percent next year for 2016.

El Rancho development not needed

Editor:

It was with much sadness that I read the report on the proposed massive developments at El Rancho. The comment from the chamber of commerce spokesperson was probably not meant to be sarcastic, but “this is just what Evergreen needs …” seemed much more accurate and valid when heard as such.

Then again, the Courier included only cheerleading statements and supporters in the article without bothering to get local community sentiment.

New school board needs to focus on student achievement, quality of teaching

Editor:

As a parent of three students in Jefferson County, I am concerned after attending the first meeting with the five new Jeffco school board members (the “clean slate”).