Letters to the editor

To my neighbors in Woodcreek: It is election time for our city, and I want to encourage my friends and neighbors to vote Hambrick, Bonniwell, and LeBrun. I am making this endorsement because I believe they will protect our City from the negative effects of short-term rentals in our residential neighborhoods. The Planning & Zoning Commission has given the current Council a solution that has been tested in other cities. Yet, six months later this Council has failed to act. I fear their decision will not be favorable to my neighbors and I. If you review recent agenda packets, you will see Council has adjourned to closeddoor executive session several times to discuss the issue of STR’s. Why? They owe us an open discussion and the opportunity to have input. Why is this Council not allowing citizens to participate in such a crucial decision?

This is but one reason I support Hambrick, Bonniwell, and LeBrun. I believe their pledges, based on personal experience, that they will represent all citizens equally and fairly. This summer, the Council worked to expedite the approval of above-ground pools in the City to please a few. Fortunately, citizens and, again, the Planning & Zoning Commission prevented this.

Woodcreek needs leadership committed to lead this City without favoritism. To lead in the best interest of all residents, welcoming all citizens participation. Please join me in supporting Hambrick, Bonniwell, and LeBrun.

— Michele Hanson