Save the ‘Sunbathers’
Editor,
I have lived in Laguna Beach since 1979. The first time I saw the “Sunbathers” statue it became a favorite. At one time, I...
Kudos for Pursuing Water Rights
Editor:
As a previous Board member for Laguna Beach County Water District, and a former Governor’s board member appointee to the San Diego Regional Water...
Rehab Houses Undermine Homeowners’ Rights
Editor,
There has been so much said about the influx of sober living, drug rehab and all the “businesses” that have been allowed to move...
Sampling from the Jethro Tull Songbook
Editor,
In the Feb. 5 Indy article Shortcomings Surface in Parking Analysis Pietig urged the consultants to specifically factor-in the lack of parking available for...
District Devalues Math
Editor,
Jan Vickers continues to wage war on LBUSD students that want to pursue science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
Last year she voted to eliminate...
Could it Happen in Laguna Like it has in Flint?
Editor,
By now, millions of people have heard the disturbing news about Flint, Mich. and the high levels of lead in that city's drinking water. So...
Spreading Auto Congestion
Editor,
“Expect delays on Downtown streets as warm weather brings additional visitors. Police Staff are directing traffic at key intersections to keep vehicles moving.”...
Fear-mongering Over Rehab Houses Mirrors Race Prejudice
Editor,
I’ve read with concern the recent reader letters expressing outrage over the “proliferation” of drug and alcohol recovery treatment facilities in Laguna Beach.
Regarding Pillars...
Ideas to Halt Sober Living Houses
Editor,
Wonderful to see almost 150 concerned neighbors at the Top of the World School last Tuesday. The room was abuzz with anxious parents wanting...
Stand With the ‘Sunbathers’
Editor,
The City Council voted to dismantle “The Sunbathers” sculpture in Nita Carman Park--permanently. I am devastated, outraged and appalled.
I have lived in Laguna Beach...
Another Turn of the Spin Cycle
Editor,
My new term of endearment for the city manager is "spinmeister," worthy of one who publicizes that closing City Hall two Fridays a month...
Cheap Seats at the Pageant
Editor,
Years ago, my wife and I bought our first tickets to Pageant of the Masters nearly in the back row. The people behind us...
Clarifying Yoga in the Park Donations
Editor,
First I would like to thank the Indy for their frequent mentions of my Yoga in the Park classes that are held daily at...
Lent Diet is Easy on the Heart and Land
Editor:
This past Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period before
Easter when many Christians abstain from animal foods in remembrance of Jesus’ 40...