Editors and Landlords: During this crisis, I hope all landlords who rent to stores and families will give their tenants a compassionate break and not charge rent to small businesses that have had to close as well as families who have been layed off from... Continue

Of the many conclusions that can be drawn from the March primary election in California, perhaps the most notable is that money doesn’t always translate into political success. Let’s start with the “bad” Proposition 13 — the $15 billion statewide school bond measure which, at... Continue

It is likely that you are aware that trash disposal has become an enormous problem. Oceans are polluted with waste which is killing sea life and polluting our food. China has stopped taking our recyclables and landfills are overflowing and expensive to maintain. Plastic is... Continue

My husband and I have always supported schools in the Valley through sponsorship of school bonds, contributions and volunteering even though we had no children of our own.  In 2016, Measure E was put on the ballot, and once again, we were asked to vote... Continue

All students deserve a safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environment that supports personal well-being and academic success. However, in California, a substantial number of students are attending schools that are run down, out dated, and don't meet 21st century learning needs. That's why the Sonoma... Continue

The Greenbelt Alliance is urging residents of Sonoma and Marin counties to support the SMART sales tax renewal by voting yes on Measure I on March 3. If passed, Measure I will renew the existing one-quarter cent sales tax to fund the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail... Continue

The “no” on Measure I information I’ve seen in the media gives an incomplete picture of the need for continued funding for the SMART train as an integral part of the North Bay transportation system. Discussion of funding SMART must address the role of greenhouse... Continue

Reader Opinion by Maggie Bedord It is likely that you are aware that trash disposal has become an enormous problem.  Oceans are polluted with waste which is killing sea life and polluting our food. China has stopped taking our recyclables and landfills are overflowing and... Continue