Letters

Enough with the lousy parking at the SOS. The SOS has the traffic of a large department store and the parking lot for a 7/11.

British Columbians will soon be facing a recurring political dilemma. Deciding which provincial party to vote for is much like purchasing a new vehicle in a town with four dealerships.

In a followup to my original letter (April 4) on the lack of a reply from Michele Stilwell or John Horgan to letters I wrote to both, I wanted everyone to know the power of the press.

I’ve waited a few issues to ensure it was a new policy — it appears it is. Editorials are no longer signed, as they were with the previous editor.

Bravo to Stan Gauthier and Len Walker for their slamming of BC Hydro’s mismanagement, ( The NEWS March 23 ). The letters were well researched and clear — but in truth the situation described is inevitable, given the unquestioned but hopelessly un-democratic process of party funding by private donation.

Re: Parksville reverend helps bring faiths together ( The NEWS , March 9):

I wrote an email to Michelle Stilwell complaining about yet another ferry rate increase and asking her to speak up on our behalf. That was two weeks ago. I have not even received an acknowledgement of the receipt of the email. However, she did have time to be down at the community park for a photo op this past Saturday.

Re: Lack of affordable housing a concern for QB residents ( The NEWS , March 30).

Re: Should be parking for expectant mothers ( The NEWS , March 30).

Re: Qualicum Beach mayor suggests RDN rebrand ( The NEWS , March 30).