Dear editor:

A recent article piece in the paper by Mr. Hummel is a timely piece of writing which may be viewed as figuratively a “call to arms” and literally a “time to engage” at the municipal level (“Letter: Deliberate actions of council led to lawsuits,” Oct. 9).

Many share Mr. Hummel’s understanding of events and many others disagree with his approach to solving complex municipal issues.

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.

As an individual who has both managed electoral campaigns at all levels and been a candidate at two levels of government, I can attest that the best solution is to seek electoral office if you disagree with Mr. Hummel, or anyone’s, stand on the future development of our community.

Pontificating on a single issue does not make you right — it shows a special interest in a subject with limited understanding of the complexity of these issues.

If concerned about the future of our community, run for municipal office but first learn the “rules of engagement.”

It is recommended that you contact the city clerk’s office to get a further understanding of the requirements, obligations and deadlines required under the law, to be a candidate.

Derek Insley
Glendale