From the Email Inbox: Voters Parting Words

Dear Gramps:

After living in the Terrace for 33 years, I have given up.....Two sets of rules Two sets of laws...The D A ignores the law.....The Sheriff has selective enforcement. And who could be more condescending than Mr Schawb and his cohort Steve. Always thought I would retire here, but I mailed my ballot today and I will move tomorrow.

Gramps Responds:

Sorry to see you go, but understand why your leaving. Harassment comes in many forms, including, words like "if they don't like it move". Sorry to see a concerned citizen leave, but fully understand your not wanting to be swatted, dealt with, vilified, lied to, and rebuffed by folks you once respected and counted as friends.

May you find your new community as you did find Grand Terrace 33 years ago, a mix of rural, close to the convinces of near by cities, a pocket of green, family living. Thanks for your final effort on the behalf of the citizens of Grand Terrace, your voting in this election is appreciated.

I am sorry to see you pack up and head yonder, but it is understandable. When you go, please take what was Grand about the Terrace with you. Know your 33 years of being a good citizen were appreciated neighbor. Go forth and enjoy retirement. As you know many are leaving for the same reasons you are. Soon GT will look and be like other cities and communities that have been cursed by City Redevelopment Agencies that are as effective as Nero.

Gramps