Letter: New hotel on King Street nail in the coffin for NOTL’s idyllic past
“Council should be ashamed and question deeply their commitment to ensuring NOTL remains a liveable place for its citizens,” writes Greg Davis.
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Letter: Revolting developments in NOTL go all the way to the top
“These revolting developments in Niagara-on-the-Lake are such blatant examples of functional illiteracy in the pursuit of billions that they need to be held up in front of the faces of the voters of Ontario,” writes Kevin McCabe.
Letter: How our town crier represents the spirit of Old Town
“One day, his voice will fall silent — and when it does, we will miss that which completed our picture-perfect postcard and how deeply it was woven into the spirit of this town,” writes Debra Rowe.
Letter: Hummel’s view on municipal affairs is insightful
“As someone directly involved in many of the complex issues presented to city council, Mr. Hummel has a unique understanding of the process and should be considered a source of insightful information,” writes Derek Insley.
Letter: Let’s talk about the real issue with the Hummel lawsuit
“What Mr. Hummel seems to be saying is that the NOTL council should agree to the amendments that are requested by them, or be prepared to defend against expensive lawsuits,” writes Derek Collins.
Letter: We need better strategies to slow down drivers
“Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result is the definition of — in this instance, very costly — stupidity,” writes Daphne Lavers.
Letter: Support animal rescue efforts with greenery donations
“Fresh greenery is scarce and overpriced (due to the fires), as a nonprofit, we cannot afford to purchase fresh boughs. We’re hoping to source from NOTL properties — we donate 100 per cent to animal rescue,” writes Tanya Rice.
Letter: Deliberate actions of last term of council led to lawsuits
“If you choose candidates who promise quick fixes or politically motivated crusades, don’t be surprised when the law catches up and the bill arrives at your doorstep,” writes Rainer Hummel.
Letter: Saving the David Secord House: A community’s responsibility
“Preservation is not nostalgia. It is an act of respect — for the people who came before us, and for the generations who will follow,” write the Friends of Laura Secord.
Letter: Speed bumps, not cameras, are the way to go
“I’m talking about speed bumps that will take out your transmission and wreck your car if you don’t slow down,” writes Jackie Bonic.
Letter: It’s NOTL’s citizens who deserve more respect
“It is the common citizens who deserve respect and should be putting such a motion forward first,” writes Peter Rusin.
Letter: The knives are out early
“It seems to me in the last election cycle, the knives didn’t come out until later in the year or early 2022,” writes Bob Bader.
Letter: Complain about speed cameras, sure; don’t ban them
“Photo radar is only a cash grab to guilty crybabies and Doug Ford’s government, who are incensed that the municipalities have found a revenue stream that the province can’t control (skim?),” writes Brian Emes.
Letter: We should have public playgrounds for all ages — look at Europe
“Even now, when we cross the pond, we often find in other countries, along paths and beaches, equipment painted in joyous colours that invite fun,” writes Kathy Belicki.
Letter: Municipal heritage committee missed the mark
“When the festival’s plans come to fruition, a phony wall will stand in the place of the Royal George’s existing façade, and the streetscape of both Victoria and Queen streets will, in my view, be negatively changed,” writes Terry Davis.
Letter: Charlie Kirk’s death and America’s constitutional rights
“Charlie was exercising his First Amendment right: the right to free speech, while his cowardly killer will most likely die exercising his Second Amendment right: the right to bear arms,” writes Samuel Young.
Letter: Never taking no for an answer
“In my opinion, the current attempt by Mr. Marotta to impose his will on others regardless is just another example of his well-known attitude toward the residents of NOTL,” writes Derek Collins.
Letter: Migrant workers’ issues are systemic, not just product of bad actors
“As a community that prides itself on our farms and vineyards, we should show that same pride by standing alongside the workers who make it possible and by defending their right to dignity, safety and fairness without exception,” writes Alissa O’Halloran.
Letter: Charlotte Street needs a three-way stop
“Charlotte Street highway: a shortcut into town. Drive as fast as you can. Nobody cares; the town certainly doesn’t, they are too busy catering to the tourists,” writes Tom King.
Letter: In response to the deputy lord mayor’s record-straightening
“Maybe our esteemed deputy lord mayor should get his facts clarified before wading into the weeds defending his administration and planning staff,” writes Bob Bader.
Letter: If developers are going to build, they should fund needed infrastructure
“This council has exacerbated a situation where the residents of NOTL are probably going to experience significant property tax increases in future years to fund infrastructure improvements,” writes Gienek Ksiazkiewicz.
Letter: Setting the record straight on planning in Niagara-on-the-Lake
“Niagara-on-the-Lake residents deserve the truth. The most effective way to protect our community’s interests is exactly what is happening now,” writes Erwin Wiens.
Letter: No one has a right to impose negative consequence on neighbours
“What is almost as annoying as the application itself is the fact that staff and council have even allowed this application to be registered at all,” writes John McCallum.
Letter: Residents’ voices were heard on the cell tower project
“Our town staff, mayor and council sometimes face criticism from the community, but in this instance, they showed responsiveness and support,” write Catherine Cornell & Don Dinnin.
Letter: Lack of scrutiny in planning department approvals
“When approval becomes the default outcome, the credibility of the entire planning system is undermined,” writes Allan Bisback.
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