A blossom and congratulations to Green County Supervisor Gene Curran >on his letter to The Monroe Times. His comment - "all the committees involved did a fine job of meeting the needs to cure our space issues" - is justly deserved. It's time the supervisors receive recognition on this issue. All the supervisors sincerely did their very best to provide for their constituents for the present and for the long future. The gallery is usually empty at every Green County Board of Supervisors' monthly meeting. How can citzens be so critical when they don't observe what is going on?Usually, with few exceptions these meetings are held the second Tuesday evening of each month at 7:30 p.m. These and committee meetings are all open to the public. - Marlene Schmalbeck, Monticello>
A blossom to Monroe Officer Mark Dombkowski >for his help patrolling around Northside School on Jan. 21. The area is very congested and it helps when all drivers are following traffic laws and common sense as they drop off their children in the morning. Keeping children safe is important, and we appreciate his help and support with this around Northside School. - Northside School staff>
A blossom to the person or persons >who have sent us gift certificates for groceries the past two years. We would like to thank you for helping us out at Christmas time the past few years. We really appreciate it. Thank you. - Linda and Dave Gissing, Monroe>
A barb to hedge fund dealers. >We're retired dairy farmers and in watching U.S. Farm Report, they stated we have a 17-year high in the inflation rate concerning agriculture. They're concerned about the effect the hedge fund dealers and derivatives are having on the commodities in agriculture. I am, as well, considering they can make more than $1 billion a year and pay no federal income tax if they're dealing from offshore.
Do we need a tax stimulus package like they're suggesting? Maybe not if you first define what derivatives are - an income or an expense. I know, though, if Congress was to do something the relief should be sent to the people that are in about the $35,000 income bracket and married - too rich for food stamps and welfare but still rich enough to pay the F.I.C.A. tax.
You wouldn't believe how our property tax went up on our only residence. It's unbelievable what they're asking the middle class to do, and that's exactly why we sign our letters ... - Mr. and Mrs. LaVern Isley, disgusted middle class taxpayers>
A huge gigantic multi-colored blossom to Molly Jasper and her son Elliot Seefeldt >for their volunteer efforts in our town and county. I am extremely surprised by Elliot himself and I hope he does not lose his enthusiasm. Great job to you both and I am sure many many people are happy and benefiting from your efforts.
A blossom to all area sports teams, >varsity or junior-varsity, for the exciting season you are giving us thus far into the season. And a blossom to the Times sports writers >for their "unique" way of reporting the sports. I don't get to attend many events, but when I read their stories ... I feel like I actually watched the games. Awesome job!
A blossom to First Student Bus Company >for recognizing a bad part of a bus route and reconfiguring it to make it safer for both driver and our students.
And, finally, a blossom to all who have to work outside in the bitter cold temperatures >to either keep us safe, keep our power on, take care of their animals or to save our lives. - Jeff Ditzenberger, Monticello
A blossom to Monroe Officer Mark Dombkowski >for his help patrolling around Northside School on Jan. 21. The area is very congested and it helps when all drivers are following traffic laws and common sense as they drop off their children in the morning. Keeping children safe is important, and we appreciate his help and support with this around Northside School. - Northside School staff>
A blossom to the person or persons >who have sent us gift certificates for groceries the past two years. We would like to thank you for helping us out at Christmas time the past few years. We really appreciate it. Thank you. - Linda and Dave Gissing, Monroe>
A barb to hedge fund dealers. >We're retired dairy farmers and in watching U.S. Farm Report, they stated we have a 17-year high in the inflation rate concerning agriculture. They're concerned about the effect the hedge fund dealers and derivatives are having on the commodities in agriculture. I am, as well, considering they can make more than $1 billion a year and pay no federal income tax if they're dealing from offshore.
Do we need a tax stimulus package like they're suggesting? Maybe not if you first define what derivatives are - an income or an expense. I know, though, if Congress was to do something the relief should be sent to the people that are in about the $35,000 income bracket and married - too rich for food stamps and welfare but still rich enough to pay the F.I.C.A. tax.
You wouldn't believe how our property tax went up on our only residence. It's unbelievable what they're asking the middle class to do, and that's exactly why we sign our letters ... - Mr. and Mrs. LaVern Isley, disgusted middle class taxpayers>
A huge gigantic multi-colored blossom to Molly Jasper and her son Elliot Seefeldt >for their volunteer efforts in our town and county. I am extremely surprised by Elliot himself and I hope he does not lose his enthusiasm. Great job to you both and I am sure many many people are happy and benefiting from your efforts.
A blossom to all area sports teams, >varsity or junior-varsity, for the exciting season you are giving us thus far into the season. And a blossom to the Times sports writers >for their "unique" way of reporting the sports. I don't get to attend many events, but when I read their stories ... I feel like I actually watched the games. Awesome job!
A blossom to First Student Bus Company >for recognizing a bad part of a bus route and reconfiguring it to make it safer for both driver and our students.
And, finally, a blossom to all who have to work outside in the bitter cold temperatures >to either keep us safe, keep our power on, take care of their animals or to save our lives. - Jeff Ditzenberger, Monticello
