Letters to the Editor 01-25-2000
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
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- Thanks From Alexandria - Man Of The Year Says Thanks - Great Library - Accidental Shooting - Drive-By Shooting - Vote Libertarian - Tax Debate - Coach Patrick - Deadly Intersection
Thanks From Alexandria
Editor, Times-Union:When we started this journey with Alexandria we never guessed we would have so many loving people traveling along with us. We had thought we were all alone with these decisions and problems. We were so very wrong. We have been overwhelmed with calls from parents that have done similar if not the same type of surgery with their own children. We were overwhelmed with people wanting to help us.
For all the people who have had the pleasure of meeting little Alexandria, they now know how special she really is. For the people who have not had that pleasure, please allow me to say a few words about her. She is so very precious, like any child would be, but she has something that makes her a little bit more special to the ones that get to meet or spend time with her. They see a child full of life, a child that has been through so much but still refuses to let it get her down. They see a little girl that can make the sun shine on the darkest and cloudiest days. She is truly an inspiration to her family and friends. She reminds us of that little ant trying to move that rubber tree plant or that little engine trying to make it up that great big hill.
We find refuge in thinking of her when the trials of all that has happened and all that is going to happen in our lives by remembering that if Alex can do it every day of her life so can we. We find strengths in her story. We can only hope that you as the community will do the same. We have worried about how we were going to give back to the community and how we could show how grateful we truly are to each and every one of you that have been there for us. But as I sit here and write this letter from the bottom of my heart, I have come to realize that Alex has already taken care of that for us. She has given back to the community! She has showed us that we are a world that gives and not always takes. We are not a world that is full of hate and deception. We are loving. That we all still have the faith in prayer to get us through the roughest times in our lives. She has showed us all how to strive and go on in our worst days.
Our family still has a very difficult road to follow in the next couple of months, and we know that you will be there for us when we return home. We have the strength of this community and the Lord above going with us to Baltimore, Md., and with that kind of backing Alex will be just fine.
May God bless you. We are truly thankful to you all.
A very special thank you to Gene Fancil, the Warsaw Fire Department, Lincoln and Washington schools, Walnut Creek and North Winona churches and the Kosciusko County Senior Citizens Club.
The Evans/Moody Family
Jon, Trish, Kayla, Reid and Alex
Warsaw
Tippy Valley Coach
Editor, Times-Union:
I am writing in response to the article in the Jan. 18 Times-Union concerning the hiring of the Valley varsity baseball coach. I would like to first clarify that my concerns do not lie with the person chosen for the job. My main concerns are directed more towards the comments made by Mr. Schwenk.
Concerning first the comments about Mr. Duane Burkhart's so-called "Rah Rah Club," Duane did not request or prompt any of these supporters to attend or speak at this board meeting. This was simply a group of concerned parents who have been directly involved with Duane through the years, who felt strongly about the issue at hand. In fact, all of these people plus others within and outside of this community had already submitted letters of support for Duane approximately two months earlier to the school board. Duane has had supporters from the beginning.
Duane has never had any personal contact or dealings with either Mr. Schwenk or any member of his family, including his son. Mr. Schwenk and his son have never been involved with Duane or his coaching experience. Mr. Schwenk's comments are not first-hand facts, they are merely second-hand hearsay and should be treated as such.
I have witnessed many practices and most games which Duane has coached. I have watched him successfully work with hundreds of kids throughout his years in this community. His successful track record speaks loud and clear of his knowledge, experience and dedication. Mr. Schwenk's comments referring to Duane not taking time to help certain kids, based on their ability, is simply not true. He has willingly helped any student or player, regardless of talent level, whenever he has been asked.
Duane Burkhart is not perfect, nor is he immune from making mistakes. This merely makes him as human as you and I. His involvement has always been first and foremost for the youth of our community. He has put in many hours in the Mentone Youth League and AAU programs, helping out wherever and whenever asked. His dedication to the kids in this community has been endless. Duane has made himself readily available to any student, player, parent or concerned citizen who ever asked of his time or advice.
Duane believes in a strong work ethic and he chooses his players accordingly. Parents complain it's always the coach's fault when a kid doesn't play enough. No one wants to hear about that kid not giving 100 percent at practice or not working in the off-season. As always, the kids who give the extra effort usually achieve the greater results.
Throughout his years of coaching, Duane had very few kids quit his programs. A compliment to himself, his programs and his respect and relationships with the players.
I firmly believe that the hundreds of kids who have been a part of Duane Burkhart's classes, athletic teams and life have benefited much greater from his influence than they have lost. Thank you.
Angie Burkhart
Warsaw
Man Of The Year Says Thanks
Editor, Times-Union:Last Wednesday evening I was surprised and greatly honored to receive a special award from the Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. I would like to publicly thank the Chamber as well as the Times-Union for this recognition. I would also like to thank my fellow Kosciusko County citizens for making this such a great place to live and to work.
Of course there are many others who deserve this award more than I deserve it. Kevin Deardorff led an amazing United Way campaign this year; Brent Wilcoxson and Dane Miller continue their remarkable revitalization of Winona Lake; and Joe Banks orchestrated a truly first-class Martin Luther King Day celebration. And the list could go on and on.
But while many others deserve this award more than me, I can assure you that no one could cherish it more than I do.
Steve Grill
Grace College
Winona Lake
via e-mail
Great Library
Editor, Times-Union:Two years ago, the "new version" of the Warsaw Community Public Library on East Center Street was dedicated, while the original library building was founded in the year 1917.
I have been affiliated with the Warsaw Library for 62 years. I first entered its big front door facing Center Street when I was a Leesburg High School senior back in 1938. My English and literature teacher had given me an assignment to write a thesis on a famous personage of the Italian Renaissance period, so I journeyed to the Warsaw Library and picked up a biographical account of the great sculptor, and artistic genius, the immortal Michelangelo.
Back in the late '30s, the atmosphere permeating the library was considerably different; in fact, the environment then was a bit somber and austere for there was some type of dark covering on the floors. There was no fluorescent lighting, but I believe, only globed lights hanging from the ceiling. I will say that gloom and shadow prevailed mostly over the back section of the library, for, in front, there were two enormous picture windows that let in the sunshine to help brighten up the place.
In the '30s, quiet and orderliness in the library were a must. There were no children running about screaming and throwing temper tantrums, and whenever there was racket or an air of disorder present, with a solemn look and a caustic voice, the head librarian at the front desk would warn: "You must be quiet, or you'll have to leave!" Well, you may be certain that her strict command was obeyed without question!
Whenever I think of a library, I can also recall many of the popular bestselling novels in past years that kept librarians on their toes in the checkout department. Great best-sellers of days gone by include: "Gone With The Wind" (1936), "Rebecca" (1938), "The Grapes Of Wrath" (1939), "Forever Amber" (1944), etc. Years ago people read books, and they read a lot, for the "boob tube" was not yet on the market to disrupt a person's time for perusing a good book.
Now after 62 years, I still attain great pleasure from visiting the Warsaw Community Public Library. I spend a great deal of time upstairs, where I love to converse with the wonderful staff on second floor, including Joanne, Chris, Carol, Rita, Dana, Brian and Stuart. (Of course, I don't mean to slight the nice people on the lower floor, but Jo Ann Byers, a charming and capable lady, is about the only library employee on the first floor with whom I am acquainted).
Anyhow, in closing, I just want to declare: "Three cheers for the Warsaw Community Public Library, and its terrific group of workers who are always ready and willing to go all out to help and do their best to satisfy any and all library patrons who ask for their assistance."
Don Kaiser
Warsaw
Accidental Shooting
Editor, Times-Union:On Dec. 26 at 8 a.m., Darwin Hurd was accidentally shot by a .22 rifle, entering his right side and stopping in his spinal cord, where it still remains. Now paralyzed from the waist down and forced to be confined to a wheelchair, he faces many problems.
Darwin spent three weeks in Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Now home, he cannot easily get around. His home needs to be remodeled. Darwin's wife, Shelley, and their three children are going through so much and insurance is unwilling to help. They ask for any donations to help their family obtain a wheelchair lift so Darwin can get upstairs into his home. They would like to thank everyone for donations already received. Any donations are appreciated.
Mary Hurd
Bourbon
Drive-By Shooting
Editor, Times-Union:This is to the people who went on a drive-by shooting spree early Sunday morning on Jan. 16. Only by the grace of God will you hear about my message to you, as I believe that anyone that would do what you did does not read a newspaper. But I know how people talk, so hopefully you will hear it.
My question to you is ... did you stop and think that someone could have been killed by you while you were having your laughs and what you must think is cool and fun. I want you to know the house you shot at and hit on the Barbee Road that our 11-year-old granddaughter was sleeping on the couch in the living room where you hit the picture window and broke it. You can thank God that His Guardian Angels were watching over her as your bullet lodged in the window frame. Had that not happened, you could be facing a murder charge. I pray that before you decide to go on another shooting spree you will ask yourself ... is it worth taking a chance of killing innocent people and spending a number of years locked up in prison. Please try to love your fellow men as that is the only way we will stop violence.
Ione Pearson
Leesburg
Vote Libertarian
Editor, Times-Union:If you don't like paying high taxes; if you would like to keep more of your money to do with as you see fit; if you don't like more silly government rules, regulations; and more intrusion into your financial and personal lives then do something about it before all your personal freedom is gone.
Get registered and vote into office as many Libertarians as you can this year. The Libertarian Party can make a difference but we need to be in office where we can make a difference. We need your support. Let's face it, the Republicans and Democrats are not going to do it. Let's get some people in office that will.
Libertarians for constitutional limited government, personal freedom and lower taxes. It's your choice. It is way past time to get back to where we belong.
Deanna Newton
Libertarian Party of
Kosciusko County
Tax Debate
Editor, Times-Union:The current debate on the Indiana property tax ought to be centered on the abolition of property taxes on owner-occupied residences. Property taxes on a personally-owned home are anti-family and confiscatory. The home generates no income and yet, if the property tax is not paid, the home is taken away by the State of Indiana and sold to satisfy the payment of the property tax. This is legal plunder. How is a person supposed to be able to pay the tax when they retire and live on a smaller income?
A much more equitable way would be to increase the income tax. The home is a family's heritage and should not be at risk to be taken away because of a property tax bill. Tax the wage earner, not his house! The income tax in Indiana is simple, easy to collect and more equitable. If I earn more money, my tax will be higher than when I make less money, such as at retirement.
The property tax, on the other hand, is a constant problem as to whether all residential property is being uniformly assessed and taxed. Our state legislature could debate other more meaningful matters by eliminating the property tax on owner-occupied homes and spend less money paying fewer assessors. The property tax also discourages a certain amount of home improvement, which further proves it is a regressive tax.
Property taxes on rental properties and businesses can be justified, since there are endless ways to carry on either without showing any taxable income. Rental housing builds equity for its owner, not for the renters. Most people aspire to own their own home eventually, and to be able to live in it without a monthly house payment. The property tax against the home is contrary to the basic freedom to own and control property. With the property tax, it is never really your own.
Rick Wagner
Pierceton
Coach Patrick
Editor, Times-Union:I had the opportunity to play basketball for Coach Patrick, graduating from Whitko in 1981. We had some pretty good teams, adding several wins to Coach Patrick's record. Coach Patrick always insisted that the game be played right ... always stressing fundamentals over flash. Coach taught us a lot about basketball and his efforts of nearly 20 years ago continue to influence many aspects of my life today. For example, knowing how to play smart, has allowed me to continue to play competitively against younger and more talented players (a phenomenon that is only getting worse!). In addition, this basketball knowledge has proved very useful while coaching youth basketball teams. And these experiences, due in large part to knowing the game, have provided numerous opportunities to build and enhance relationships ... most of my best friends have some connection to the game.
Basketball may be just a game and it is by no means the center of my life, however it is kind of amazing how proper training in the fundamentals of the game have carried through into my adult life. Coach Patrick deserves much of the credit and my thanks for what he taught me some 20 years ago.
Jim Engelberth
Dow AgroSciences
Global Business Analyst - Biotech
via e-mail
Deadly Intersection
Editor Times-Union:This message is intended as an important warning for all of the good people of Warsaw and Kosciusko County. The intersection of 150W and new 30 (the stop light) is a DEATH TRAP. As many of you are aware there have already been several fatalities at this junction and if all of us are not very careful there could easily be many more in the future. The main danger comes when trying to cross 30. Yesterday, January 18th, I had the occasion to cross 30 twice. AT BOTH TIMES I WAS ALMOST KILLED! If I had proceeded across when the light turned green I would have been broad-sided by a semi. Fortunately I waited a few seconds while these semis roared through the red lights. Please don't automatically cross when the light turns green, just look both ways and if you see a semi approaching just wait. Being a few seconds late is surely better than dead.
My only reason for writing this is in the hope that lives will be saved. Please heed this warning.
Bob Brilliandt
via e-mail
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Thanks From Alexandria
Editor, Times-Union:When we started this journey with Alexandria we never guessed we would have so many loving people traveling along with us. We had thought we were all alone with these decisions and problems. We were so very wrong. We have been overwhelmed with calls from parents that have done similar if not the same type of surgery with their own children. We were overwhelmed with people wanting to help us.
For all the people who have had the pleasure of meeting little Alexandria, they now know how special she really is. For the people who have not had that pleasure, please allow me to say a few words about her. She is so very precious, like any child would be, but she has something that makes her a little bit more special to the ones that get to meet or spend time with her. They see a child full of life, a child that has been through so much but still refuses to let it get her down. They see a little girl that can make the sun shine on the darkest and cloudiest days. She is truly an inspiration to her family and friends. She reminds us of that little ant trying to move that rubber tree plant or that little engine trying to make it up that great big hill.
We find refuge in thinking of her when the trials of all that has happened and all that is going to happen in our lives by remembering that if Alex can do it every day of her life so can we. We find strengths in her story. We can only hope that you as the community will do the same. We have worried about how we were going to give back to the community and how we could show how grateful we truly are to each and every one of you that have been there for us. But as I sit here and write this letter from the bottom of my heart, I have come to realize that Alex has already taken care of that for us. She has given back to the community! She has showed us that we are a world that gives and not always takes. We are not a world that is full of hate and deception. We are loving. That we all still have the faith in prayer to get us through the roughest times in our lives. She has showed us all how to strive and go on in our worst days.
Our family still has a very difficult road to follow in the next couple of months, and we know that you will be there for us when we return home. We have the strength of this community and the Lord above going with us to Baltimore, Md., and with that kind of backing Alex will be just fine.
May God bless you. We are truly thankful to you all.
A very special thank you to Gene Fancil, the Warsaw Fire Department, Lincoln and Washington schools, Walnut Creek and North Winona churches and the Kosciusko County Senior Citizens Club.
The Evans/Moody Family
Jon, Trish, Kayla, Reid and Alex
Warsaw
Tippy Valley Coach
Editor, Times-Union:
I am writing in response to the article in the Jan. 18 Times-Union concerning the hiring of the Valley varsity baseball coach. I would like to first clarify that my concerns do not lie with the person chosen for the job. My main concerns are directed more towards the comments made by Mr. Schwenk.
Concerning first the comments about Mr. Duane Burkhart's so-called "Rah Rah Club," Duane did not request or prompt any of these supporters to attend or speak at this board meeting. This was simply a group of concerned parents who have been directly involved with Duane through the years, who felt strongly about the issue at hand. In fact, all of these people plus others within and outside of this community had already submitted letters of support for Duane approximately two months earlier to the school board. Duane has had supporters from the beginning.
Duane has never had any personal contact or dealings with either Mr. Schwenk or any member of his family, including his son. Mr. Schwenk and his son have never been involved with Duane or his coaching experience. Mr. Schwenk's comments are not first-hand facts, they are merely second-hand hearsay and should be treated as such.
I have witnessed many practices and most games which Duane has coached. I have watched him successfully work with hundreds of kids throughout his years in this community. His successful track record speaks loud and clear of his knowledge, experience and dedication. Mr. Schwenk's comments referring to Duane not taking time to help certain kids, based on their ability, is simply not true. He has willingly helped any student or player, regardless of talent level, whenever he has been asked.
Duane Burkhart is not perfect, nor is he immune from making mistakes. This merely makes him as human as you and I. His involvement has always been first and foremost for the youth of our community. He has put in many hours in the Mentone Youth League and AAU programs, helping out wherever and whenever asked. His dedication to the kids in this community has been endless. Duane has made himself readily available to any student, player, parent or concerned citizen who ever asked of his time or advice.
Duane believes in a strong work ethic and he chooses his players accordingly. Parents complain it's always the coach's fault when a kid doesn't play enough. No one wants to hear about that kid not giving 100 percent at practice or not working in the off-season. As always, the kids who give the extra effort usually achieve the greater results.
Throughout his years of coaching, Duane had very few kids quit his programs. A compliment to himself, his programs and his respect and relationships with the players.
I firmly believe that the hundreds of kids who have been a part of Duane Burkhart's classes, athletic teams and life have benefited much greater from his influence than they have lost. Thank you.
Angie Burkhart
Warsaw
Man Of The Year Says Thanks
Editor, Times-Union:Last Wednesday evening I was surprised and greatly honored to receive a special award from the Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. I would like to publicly thank the Chamber as well as the Times-Union for this recognition. I would also like to thank my fellow Kosciusko County citizens for making this such a great place to live and to work.
Of course there are many others who deserve this award more than I deserve it. Kevin Deardorff led an amazing United Way campaign this year; Brent Wilcoxson and Dane Miller continue their remarkable revitalization of Winona Lake; and Joe Banks orchestrated a truly first-class Martin Luther King Day celebration. And the list could go on and on.
But while many others deserve this award more than me, I can assure you that no one could cherish it more than I do.
Steve Grill
Grace College
Winona Lake
via e-mail
Great Library
Editor, Times-Union:Two years ago, the "new version" of the Warsaw Community Public Library on East Center Street was dedicated, while the original library building was founded in the year 1917.
I have been affiliated with the Warsaw Library for 62 years. I first entered its big front door facing Center Street when I was a Leesburg High School senior back in 1938. My English and literature teacher had given me an assignment to write a thesis on a famous personage of the Italian Renaissance period, so I journeyed to the Warsaw Library and picked up a biographical account of the great sculptor, and artistic genius, the immortal Michelangelo.
Back in the late '30s, the atmosphere permeating the library was considerably different; in fact, the environment then was a bit somber and austere for there was some type of dark covering on the floors. There was no fluorescent lighting, but I believe, only globed lights hanging from the ceiling. I will say that gloom and shadow prevailed mostly over the back section of the library, for, in front, there were two enormous picture windows that let in the sunshine to help brighten up the place.
In the '30s, quiet and orderliness in the library were a must. There were no children running about screaming and throwing temper tantrums, and whenever there was racket or an air of disorder present, with a solemn look and a caustic voice, the head librarian at the front desk would warn: "You must be quiet, or you'll have to leave!" Well, you may be certain that her strict command was obeyed without question!
Whenever I think of a library, I can also recall many of the popular bestselling novels in past years that kept librarians on their toes in the checkout department. Great best-sellers of days gone by include: "Gone With The Wind" (1936), "Rebecca" (1938), "The Grapes Of Wrath" (1939), "Forever Amber" (1944), etc. Years ago people read books, and they read a lot, for the "boob tube" was not yet on the market to disrupt a person's time for perusing a good book.
Now after 62 years, I still attain great pleasure from visiting the Warsaw Community Public Library. I spend a great deal of time upstairs, where I love to converse with the wonderful staff on second floor, including Joanne, Chris, Carol, Rita, Dana, Brian and Stuart. (Of course, I don't mean to slight the nice people on the lower floor, but Jo Ann Byers, a charming and capable lady, is about the only library employee on the first floor with whom I am acquainted).
Anyhow, in closing, I just want to declare: "Three cheers for the Warsaw Community Public Library, and its terrific group of workers who are always ready and willing to go all out to help and do their best to satisfy any and all library patrons who ask for their assistance."
Don Kaiser
Warsaw
Accidental Shooting
Editor, Times-Union:On Dec. 26 at 8 a.m., Darwin Hurd was accidentally shot by a .22 rifle, entering his right side and stopping in his spinal cord, where it still remains. Now paralyzed from the waist down and forced to be confined to a wheelchair, he faces many problems.
Darwin spent three weeks in Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne. Now home, he cannot easily get around. His home needs to be remodeled. Darwin's wife, Shelley, and their three children are going through so much and insurance is unwilling to help. They ask for any donations to help their family obtain a wheelchair lift so Darwin can get upstairs into his home. They would like to thank everyone for donations already received. Any donations are appreciated.
Mary Hurd
Bourbon
Drive-By Shooting
Editor, Times-Union:This is to the people who went on a drive-by shooting spree early Sunday morning on Jan. 16. Only by the grace of God will you hear about my message to you, as I believe that anyone that would do what you did does not read a newspaper. But I know how people talk, so hopefully you will hear it.
My question to you is ... did you stop and think that someone could have been killed by you while you were having your laughs and what you must think is cool and fun. I want you to know the house you shot at and hit on the Barbee Road that our 11-year-old granddaughter was sleeping on the couch in the living room where you hit the picture window and broke it. You can thank God that His Guardian Angels were watching over her as your bullet lodged in the window frame. Had that not happened, you could be facing a murder charge. I pray that before you decide to go on another shooting spree you will ask yourself ... is it worth taking a chance of killing innocent people and spending a number of years locked up in prison. Please try to love your fellow men as that is the only way we will stop violence.
Ione Pearson
Leesburg
Vote Libertarian
Editor, Times-Union:If you don't like paying high taxes; if you would like to keep more of your money to do with as you see fit; if you don't like more silly government rules, regulations; and more intrusion into your financial and personal lives then do something about it before all your personal freedom is gone.
Get registered and vote into office as many Libertarians as you can this year. The Libertarian Party can make a difference but we need to be in office where we can make a difference. We need your support. Let's face it, the Republicans and Democrats are not going to do it. Let's get some people in office that will.
Libertarians for constitutional limited government, personal freedom and lower taxes. It's your choice. It is way past time to get back to where we belong.
Deanna Newton
Libertarian Party of
Kosciusko County
Tax Debate
Editor, Times-Union:The current debate on the Indiana property tax ought to be centered on the abolition of property taxes on owner-occupied residences. Property taxes on a personally-owned home are anti-family and confiscatory. The home generates no income and yet, if the property tax is not paid, the home is taken away by the State of Indiana and sold to satisfy the payment of the property tax. This is legal plunder. How is a person supposed to be able to pay the tax when they retire and live on a smaller income?
A much more equitable way would be to increase the income tax. The home is a family's heritage and should not be at risk to be taken away because of a property tax bill. Tax the wage earner, not his house! The income tax in Indiana is simple, easy to collect and more equitable. If I earn more money, my tax will be higher than when I make less money, such as at retirement.
The property tax, on the other hand, is a constant problem as to whether all residential property is being uniformly assessed and taxed. Our state legislature could debate other more meaningful matters by eliminating the property tax on owner-occupied homes and spend less money paying fewer assessors. The property tax also discourages a certain amount of home improvement, which further proves it is a regressive tax.
Property taxes on rental properties and businesses can be justified, since there are endless ways to carry on either without showing any taxable income. Rental housing builds equity for its owner, not for the renters. Most people aspire to own their own home eventually, and to be able to live in it without a monthly house payment. The property tax against the home is contrary to the basic freedom to own and control property. With the property tax, it is never really your own.
Rick Wagner
Pierceton
Coach Patrick
Editor, Times-Union:I had the opportunity to play basketball for Coach Patrick, graduating from Whitko in 1981. We had some pretty good teams, adding several wins to Coach Patrick's record. Coach Patrick always insisted that the game be played right ... always stressing fundamentals over flash. Coach taught us a lot about basketball and his efforts of nearly 20 years ago continue to influence many aspects of my life today. For example, knowing how to play smart, has allowed me to continue to play competitively against younger and more talented players (a phenomenon that is only getting worse!). In addition, this basketball knowledge has proved very useful while coaching youth basketball teams. And these experiences, due in large part to knowing the game, have provided numerous opportunities to build and enhance relationships ... most of my best friends have some connection to the game.
Basketball may be just a game and it is by no means the center of my life, however it is kind of amazing how proper training in the fundamentals of the game have carried through into my adult life. Coach Patrick deserves much of the credit and my thanks for what he taught me some 20 years ago.
Jim Engelberth
Dow AgroSciences
Global Business Analyst - Biotech
via e-mail
Deadly Intersection
Editor Times-Union:This message is intended as an important warning for all of the good people of Warsaw and Kosciusko County. The intersection of 150W and new 30 (the stop light) is a DEATH TRAP. As many of you are aware there have already been several fatalities at this junction and if all of us are not very careful there could easily be many more in the future. The main danger comes when trying to cross 30. Yesterday, January 18th, I had the occasion to cross 30 twice. AT BOTH TIMES I WAS ALMOST KILLED! If I had proceeded across when the light turned green I would have been broad-sided by a semi. Fortunately I waited a few seconds while these semis roared through the red lights. Please don't automatically cross when the light turns green, just look both ways and if you see a semi approaching just wait. Being a few seconds late is surely better than dead.
My only reason for writing this is in the hope that lives will be saved. Please heed this warning.
Bob Brilliandt
via e-mail
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