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11/15/2008
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Letters to the Editor for November 15, 2008
Muddy trucks should make you wonder… To the parents in Kenwood, Now that the winter weather is upon us there are wet and muddy fields in our area that once again have become a target and “playground” for some of your children that have vehicles. Do you wonder how your teens have gotten mud all over their trucks? Do you wonder if, in doing so, they perhaps vandalized someone’s property? Do you wonder who will have to clean up afterward? Do you condone your children’s actions and pass it off as “kids will be kids” and they were just having fun? As you drive through our town take the time to observe the consequences of such actions. By not confronting your children and holding them responsible for their actions you are giving them permission to continue to disrespect others’ property. It is my hope that you make your children accountable and let them know that they, and only they, are ultimately liable for their actions. A valuable lesson is to be learned before they go out into this world to pursue their careers and dreams. I feel very lucky to be a resident of Kenwood and do not make it difficult for any of my neighbors to enjoy the peace and serenity of this valley that we are all fortunate to reside in. Barb Davis Kenwood Community needs to be aware of crimes Dear Editors, The Family Winery in Kenwood was broken into within the last two weeks. Days after, the Muscardini tasting room in Kenwood had its window broken out in the morning by a baseball bat, according to the owner. Nothing was taken. Last, there was a robbery at Oakmont Cleaners. The glass was broken out of the door on 10/24, Friday morning. Drawers holding a little bit of money were stolen. Kenwood has an excellent system of reporting police calls in the Kenwood Press. I’ve been told by several people that Oakmont keeps any break-in very quiet in order to protect the seniors from being fearful. I tend to think it’s to keep people from moving out. I think seniors can handle news of their community and should be treated respectfully, by being made aware of important events such as these. Since Oakmont does not publish break-ins to my knowledge in the Press Democrat, I wanted to let both of our Kenwood and Oakmont communities know that we have had a wave of three break-ins, in three businesses, in the course of approximately two weeks. After asking questions, I also discovered that no one has been arrested for the robbery by gunpoint last year in the Kenwood Market. I don’t know about you, but I like to know about these things in this little wonderful neighborhood that I live in. It helps make me a more vigilant and observant community member. If the police have not arrested anyone, it is likely these robberies will continue in our neighborhoods. Our community help, such as a keen eye, may be just the thing that can tip off the police. I hope the police utilize our help, so that we can assist them in finding this person/people victimizing our merchants. We are small communities. We’re observant. This must be stopped and these people must be caught. I wanted to make people aware of these incidents if they are not already aware of them and to look around more than usual. I think we can make a difference. Thank you. Leigh Ko Oakmont Note: The Santa Rosa Police Department does not break out Oakmont calls from the rest of the 95409 zip code, unlike the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Department, which separates Glen Ellen and Kenwood by zones, thus making it easier to retrieve information on those areas. –Ed. Thanks to unknown helper Dear Editors, Yes, Sir Galahad lives in Kenwood!! He carries a banana and a quart of milk! The other day in one of many senior moments I locked my keys in my truck. It was loaded to go to the dump. And there he was in the Kenwood Market. He crawled in among all the junk and reached in and unlocked my door. Thank you, Sir Galahad, and thank Heavens I live in Kenwood. Michael Murphy Go F.I.S.H. Dear Editors, Time to clean out your food pantry? Got canned goods collecting dust? Too many clothes you no longer wear? Consider doing what I did and clear out your cabinets and closets and go F.I.S.H.! Located in Sonoma, ironically behind the luxurious Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa, is a wonderful volunteer organization dedicated to helping individuals facing emergency crises in their lives. F.I.S.H. (Friends in Sonoma Helping) of Sonoma Valley is Sonoma’s community helping hand for providing immediate help and short-term assistance. F.I.S.H. provides emergency groceries, a clothes closet, transportation for medical and social service appointments, access to rental assistance, and holiday baskets and toys. The organization was begun in 1971 and relies on community donors to help alleviate immediate needs of our neighbors while longer-term help is being arranged. F.I.S.H. uses every dollar received and has no payroll. Volunteers coordinate donations and facilitate the distribution of services. All services are free of charge, without respect to age, gender or creed. F.I.S.H. is located off Hwy. 12 on Sierra, which is off Thompson (the produce market is on the corner). The telephone number is 996-0111. This is truly a community service that we all need to support. Your donations go directly to residents of Sonoma Valley. Linda Webster Santa Rosa Position available with Wildlife Fawn Rescue Dear Editors, January of 2009 will be Wildlife Fawn Rescue’s 20th anniversary of dedicated service. Wildlife Fawn Rescue specializes in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Sonoma County fawns. We provide a vital need to the community and this service must continue. Once again, we are accepting applications for the currently available salaried position of Animal-Care Coordinator. We ask for your help by passing along this information to those you know who would enjoy this rewarding challenge. This year-round position requires previous animal care experience and a primary interest in working with wildlife. Applicant must be a Sonoma County resident, a homeowner with some acreage preferred. Intensive rescue work during fawn season – spring and summer – and administrative work during fall and winter months is required. Long-term training is provided in return for necessary long-term commitment. More detailed information provided to interested persons. Please submit resume via email to: fawnrescue@mmconsult.com. No phone calls. We appreciate the many years of support and interest you have freely given to Wildlife Fawn Rescue in the past. Your caring makes our work possible. Marjorie Davis Board of Directors Kenwood |
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