Letters to the Editor

City transit convenient, warm and saves you money

People only tend to write to complain so I am writing to complement Red Deer Transit and encourage people to try riding the bus.

I have really enjoyed riding transit this winter. READ

RDC evening parking fine simply a money grab

On the nights of May 8 and 10, myself and a friend attended a camera workshop sponsored through Red Deer College’s Continuing Education program. READ

Red Deer streets are in deplorable shape

In all of my years (69) in Red Deer (born, raised and lived here with the exception of two to three years), I have never seen our streets in such poor condition. READ

Performing arts festival appreciates the coverage

The board of directors of the Red Deer Festival of the Performing Arts wish to express their appreciation to the Advocate for the coverage it provided in the Wednesday, May 2, Advocate. READ

Ward system a winner; roads are a disaster

Recently in letters to the editor, citizens of Red Deer have expressed their frustration with a number of things that are, to say the least, topics of discussion around the water cooler. READ

Thanks for Silver Sharks support

On behalf of Red Deer Silver Sharks masters swim club, I would like to acknowledge and show utmost appreciation for several local businesses recently approached to donate to a meet. All of the following businesses donated with generosity: The Runners Den, Everlasting Rock Massage, True Pilates, Ultimate Physique Nutrition and Tanning, Weber Physiotherapy, WipeOut ski and cycle, and Wreckless ski and bike. READ

MLA pay out of touch with reality

Among the issues thrown up by the recent Alberta provincial election was the thorny subject of the amount of money received by MLAs. MLAs get way more than a living wage, at an average $163,000 for 2010-2011, over three times that of a worker in manufacturing. READ

Council won’t answer to citizens

City council’s rejection of not only the ward system, but the refusal to allow a referendum to allow the citizens of Red Deer the opportunity to tell them which system we prefer, is very frightening. READ

Red Deer roads are atrocious

I am writing to express my strong agreement with Duke Hanson’s April 27 letter to the editor in the Advocate. READ

Ward system would address problems

I echo the recent comments regarding the necessity of introducing a ward system in Red Deer. READ

GrammaLink appreciates support

On behalf of GrammaLink-Africa, I would like to thank the Advocate for your support and interest in our recent fundraising events. READ

Fluoride in our water critical to good health

We are a group of registered dental hygienists from Central Alberta who would like to raise our voices in support of fluoride in the Red Deer water. READ

No reason to complain about our health care

I watched the TV provincial leadership debate on April 12 and carefully listened to every comment regarding health care. Every leader had ideas for “fixing health care,” and everyone is completely wrong! READ

Ward system essential

Well it seems as though five of the eight city councilors are more concerned about their re-election than allowing the citizens of Red Deer have fair representation. I am appalled at the recent 6-3 (including Mayor Flewwelling) vote rejecting a ward system. A ward system makes city councillors accountable to their area; councillors cannot hide and, therefore, their action (or lack thereof) will count toward or against them for their re-election prospects. READ

Alberta’s two right parties form our new political reality

The 2012 Alberta election established the beginning, I believe, of a two-party system much like we have today in Ottawa. READ

Support and compassion appreciated during a painful time

This past week, we as a family had to make a very hard decision concerning our beloved dog, Dice. The staff at the Deer Park Pet Hospital made this tough time bearable. Their kindness and caring towards me and my family went over and above what anyone else would of done. READ

Where there are people, you need washrooms

I am wondering if the city will ever get their priorities straight. We have a very busy park in Red Deer called Bower Ponds and Great Chief Park, which is frequented by a lot of parents with children. I am surprised that there is not one washroom available for the use of these people whose children surely have to go. READ