The legacy of Obamacare For the true legacy of the affordable care act, go to the U.S. Department of Health/Longevity and see the results for yourself. Life expectancy did not increase in 2013 or 2014 and actually decreased in 2015. Every year since World War II, lifespans have_increased. This is what the billions in new […]
Letters: Emergency plans are important
Emergency plans are important With more wet weather on its way, Pacific Gas & Electric reminds all customers in Benicia to have a plan if an emergency strikes. This includes an emergency kit, a way to communicate with family members and other proactive steps to be prepared. Just as PG&E has a plan for potential […]
Letters: Supervisor thanks Benicia
Thank you, Benicia I wanted to thank the residents of Benicia who came to speak with me at my office hours on Monday, Feb. 6. It was such a joy to meet with the people of Benicia. I will be holding monthly office hours the first Monday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. […]
Letters: Good community relations
Good community relations Reading Super Bowl Sunday’s Benicia Herald, I was stunned. Why? Mayor Patterson’s 2016 Year in Review comment about Valero. I thought it was a threat. She said, “I look forward to the promise of the good community relations–mentioned by Valero in its announcement– now that we can put this project (crude by […]
Letters: Measure C, sanctuary cities and more
Measure C priorities I was so delighted to see all the politico folks taking a bow over the nice railing. Do you think it is possible they could be as happy standing next to one of our ever growing potholes around town? I am getting to feel a bit like Nascar driver in order to […]
Letters: Two views on local/national politics
No place for street politics It is very evident to me that the Benicia voters were sold a false campaign issue. This last city election was all about crude by rail and anti-fossil fuel. That is over, and our good neighbor Valero did not sue the city. Now it is time to get down to […]
Letters: AAUW says thanks
AAUW says thanks On behalf of the Benicia-Vallejo branch of the American Association of University Women, I wish to thank the businesses that donated gift certificates, supplies, services, and other raffle items to help make our Jan. 21 fundraiser a great success. As a result of their generosity, as well as donations from several AAUW […]
Letters: Honored to be your supervisor
Honored to be your supervisor I am so honored to represent Benicia on the Solano County Board of Supervisors. It was truly a privilege to be sworn in by Benicia Mayor Elizabeth Patterson on Jan. 9. I look forward to a working relationship with Benicia’s leaders as we move forward. I want to get to […]
Letters: The pot ordinance
The pot ordinance I am writing to express my point of view regarding the upcoming Benicia City Council meeting’s discussion on the moratorium on all marijuana related activities in the city. I have smoked recreational marijuana for many years, beginning in college in 1969. I have used it to relax, to inspire myself, to enjoy […]
Letters: Keep your promise
Keep your promise Now that Trump has been elected president of the United States according to its Constitution and laws, all those who threatened to leave the U.S. if Trump was elected apparently lied to us in nothing more than an attempt to influence the election. On the top of the list: Al Sharpton, Cher, […]