Cody Kennedy: The numbers are in: Fourth and Fifth Streets are less safe. In just four months since the redesign, we’ve seen a sharp increase in bike crashes, with three of six post-redesign incidents involving cyclists, one directly tied to the new design. Yet the city’s report paints the project as a success, citing reduced […]
To the editor: A recent editorial in the Grand Junction Daily Sentinel requires a response. First and most importantly, the local party does not set the election rules, nor does the state Republican party. Those decisions are made by the State Legislature. I am, as the local party chair, not allowed to alter those rules. […]
To the editor: After attending a state of the valley presentation where local government officials explained that they rate “attainable housing” as a top priority, it occurred to me that there might be a simple way for local governments to financially assist with this issue: give money to construction companies. The City of Grand Junction, […]
To the editor: The City of Grand Junction is in the process of planning for future transportation flow along Patterson Road. Ninety percent of this plan is good and well thought out. However, there appears to be a lack of public knowledge of this plan. A good majority of the plan will create medians, preventing […]
To the editor: Over the last few weeks, the Capitol has been quiet. During the pause from debating and passing bills, I spent time listening to constituents and the other folks from around Colorado who have reached out to me to share their thoughts, stories and concerns From ranchers in Gunnison who are worried about […]
To the editor: Often referred to as the hardest working river in America, the Colorado River originates on Colorado’s Western Slope and provides water to Western Colorado families, businesses and farms and ranches. The Colorado River and its tributaries also offer endless environmental and recreational benefits enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. The Colorado River […]
To the editor: The proposal for the City of Grand Junction to annex and overbuild on rural property starting with the 17 acres of agricultural land that the proposed Maverick Estates developers hope to build 68 houses on would be a really bad move for the neighbors living in the area and for the Grand […]
To the editor: I, for one, applaud and congratulate Colorado Mesa University and Steve Soychak for having the courage and wisdom to bring Steve Goreham with an opposing and challenging view to our community. This is a true academic search for the truth. Since time immemorial, “settled science” has been challenged and proven wrong time […]
To the editor: It is not the “tiny innocent looking” 0.39 cent recreation center tax we should fear — though I’m not sure how “that” will begin to support just the projected annual interest of $3,352,000, let alone millions in construction, operation and subsidy costs. Anyone who really cares about the city, its businesses, stores […]
To the editor: Your article about the study conducted by Colorado Mesa University for the BLM reinforced what Westerners experience every day: We utilize and enjoy our public lands to such an extent that they improve our quality of life. The study is a timely reminder because right now there is an all-out attack on […]