Letter to the Editor: Village finances have reader rattled

Dear Editor, To the Clarkston City Council: I suggest the City Manager and Council reconsider continuing with the driveway installation at City Hall. Concrete pouring is targeted for the end of the week of August 3, per Jonathan Smith. One month ago, Council approved the 2020-21 budget as proposed by the City Manager. Since the […]

Letter to the Editor: Vote for Moraco on August 4

Dear Editor, My wife and I are proud to support Sam Moraco for Independence Township Trustee. I served with Mr. Moraco on the Planning Commission. There has never been anyone who has had such a good grasp and innate knowledge of the Township’s Master Plan. Sam understands the communities desire to preserve its character and […]

Letter to the Editor: Reparations misguided

Dear Editor, Many voters are disappointed with Trump’s handling of the COVID crisis, tired of the routine spin and lies, and no longer fooled by claims that tax cuts and other GOP initiatives really benefit the middle class. Most Americans want real structural change in their government, with leaders who will stand for ethical principles […]

Letter to the Editor: Springfield has strong advocate in Smith

Dear Editor, My son, David Smith, is running for Springfield Township Supervisor. David grew up on our family farm and has deep roots in Springfield Township. He will be the fifth generation of our family to serve the people of Springfield since 1837. If you value knowledge, dedication, fiscal responsibility, common sense and work ethic, […]

Letter to the Editor: Knowing where our officials stand is key

Dear Editor, Over the past few years, we have written to federal, state, county and local government officials sharing our viewpoint and asking how these officials planned to vote on issues important to us. We received concise and complete responses from Andrea Schroeder (Michigan House, District 43) and Pat Kittle (Independence Township Supervisor). Their stands […]

Letter to the Editor: Sclesky the right fit for Springfield Township

Dear Editor, I am writing this letter to endorse Kevin Sclesky for the position of Springfield Township Supervisor.  I had the pleasure of meeting Kevin soon after we moved to the area in 2005. We served together on the Bridge Lake Bluffs Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors for several years.  Kevin was enthusiastic about his responsibilities […]

Letter to the Editor: Moreau is the only choice for supervisor

Dear Editor, The choice for Springfield Township Supervisor was an easy one for me. David Smith, no thanks. His only “qualification” is that his family has lived in Springfield Township since 1837. Kevin Sclesky, no thanks. I have concerns about his ability to represent ALL Springfield Township residents fairly. While president of the home owners […]

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