Letters to the Editor

Martinez’s fiscal record raises red flags In the race for Fifth District supervisor, many concerns have been brought up about Monica Martinez, including lawsuits over misappropriation of grant money and labor law violations, as well as concerns about how she conducted business with the county...

Measure S imposes unfair burden on younger homeowners The proposed Measure S seeks to increase property taxes to fund the new fire station — I believe this is unfair because it taxes younger, more financially-stressed families in Scotts Valley. As proposed, the property tax increase would...

Pellerin Cares About the People Dear Scotts Valley voters, Join me in supporting Gail Pellerin for State Assembly. I won’t tell you about all her fantastic work as County Clerk or how she would always stand up and fight for LGBTQ+ and reproductive rights. I...

Concern over Scotts Valley’s housing plan I’m puzzled by the Scotts Valley Council’s exuberance to change our Housing Element and modify the Town Center proposal to include more than 600 houses. I also understand Gov. Newsom's affordable housing edict. I also find it troubling that...

Seniors and families struggle as HOA fees skyrocket In the Jan. 26 front-page article about the garage fire (“Hidden Oaks Residents Raise Concerns Over HOA Fees After Garage Fire”), a mention was made about the recent increase in fees at Hidden Oaks condominiums.  We live at...

Vote No on Measure T Regarding this publication’s story on Measure T, please don’t be fooled by empty promises by Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District. School parcel taxes can have a senior exemption, but state law makes no such provision for parcel taxes in general....

Small victory for justice and equality for all Dear Press Banner, I was surprised and delighted to see the photo of a crashed police car in your December issue (“Messy December Weather Leads to Crashes,” Dec. 22). More smashed-up police cars, please. As we’ve seen over...

Longtime SLV resident supports Bradford for county supervisor Christopher Bradford has my vote in our upcoming election for Fifth District county supervisor. My family roots are in the San Lorenzo Valley, since 1958. Like redwood trees, my roots are planted in and receive strength from our...

Support Measure U for equitable rates  We can all make a difference working together by voting “Yes” on Measure U for equitable rates in the San Lorenzo Valley Water District. Adopting the Measure U ordinance means the district can rebalance the rate structure and support...

Family extends thank you With heartfelt gratitude, we give thanks to the hundreds of people in our amazing community who supported and checked in with us; friends who stayed with us 24/7; the teams and individuals who helped search; businesses that made and posted flyers;...