Farmington Letters to the Editor - Farmington Daily Times

Updated: February 06, 2010 10:55:54 PM MST
	Legislators need to look at retirement options Editor: In 2009, the New Mexico retirement age for teachers was changed to 30 years. Previously this was based on a combination of retirees' ages and years of teaching. Full Story Greenhouse gas cap for N.M. is not the solution Editor: The state Environmental Improvement Board is considering a proposal to cap Greenhouse Gas emissions from certain sources in New Mexico. Full Story All races should be acknowledged in U.S. Editor: I think white history month is a wonderful idea. The white people have a history, too. I am repulsed by Randy Joslin being repulsed by us white people. Full Story Grieving family thanks police and vets Editor: As the parents of the late Randell Joe, we and his extended family would like to thank the Farmington Police Department Traffic Unit for their escort during the Fifth Annual Randell Anthony Joe Memorial Bike Run on Saturday, Jan. Full Story Writer appreciates teacher clearing her street Editor: Good deeds deserve high praise. Ed Marquez, a Shiprock Middle School teacher, used his "snow day" last week to plow the street and clear driveways on our block. Full Story Richardson's power plant decision will hurt Farmington Editor: "Governor aims at power plants." Well that's just great. They've already run our natural gas producers out of town and stopped the construction of a new, cleaner-burning power plant. Full Story Richardson's legacy contradicts itself Editor: Daily Times, Jan. 16, 2010 - "Richardson leaves behind a green legacy" Daily Times, Jan. 23, 2010 - "Governor takes aim at power plants" The governor has appointed seven members of the New Mexico Environmental Board, or EIB. Full Story Legislation would help keep San Juan clean Editor: Something's fishy. Last week I introduced legislation (HB51) to create a trout stamp for catch-and-release fishing in the San Juan River. Full Story Loss of power plants would be blow to area Editor: I read with interest two articles about Gov. Bill Richardson and the New Mexico Environment Department's decision to take on the power plants. Full Story Certificates allow for student recognition Editor: On behalf of Heights Middle School and the Student/Staff Recognition Team, I would like to thank Garrison Graphics and San Juan Reproduction for helping us recognize the accomplishments of every student at Heights. Full Story Freedom to participate in health care at risk Where was coverage of anti-abortion march? Who still takes global warming seriously? Lions pool upkeep benefits residents Volunteers, workers need praise for saving lives Lions pool upkeep benefits residents Volunteers, workers need praise for saving lives Cutting state workers is counterproductive Why is the state picking on local bars? Writer's security proposals are over-the-top Airport problems bigger than economy Why is the state picking on local bars? Navajo Council reduction is leap into unknown Government forces people to pay difference Seniors should help look out for health care costs Councilor disagrees with another's agenda We must seek to provide justice to all Post office prices deserve a closer look Compromise may be key to power plant Funds for alcohol treatment important Taxes on liquor would help state, residents Bob Bundy story a delightful read Airport security should start full body X-Rays Accidents are tragic, but seat belts save lives Farmington candidates should give up current positions to run Four Corners pollution is out of control Cap and trade bill too dense to understand Local recycling not giving proper payments Luján not representing county's interests Couple thanks generous diners Former top cadet grateful for editorial Show our armed forces the respect they deserve Horses get second chances thanks to donations Woman writer thanks unknown benefactor State has transportation issues Lack of gun bans keeps New Mexico safe AIG bonuses are reprehensible Farmington needs red light cameras Democrats are destroying the country City needs transparency or term limits Recycling should be available to all Allen Theaters responds to letter America is on the decline Republican party needs to reject Limbaugh

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