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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 2002
Page
4
The United Way campaign faces a shortfall with only three weeks left, having raised about 113793 of a 440000 goal. Officials remain optimistic they will persevere as donations fund diverse local social services benefiting many residents and organizations in the community.
Readers discuss safety, lighting, and crime in Garden City, noting unlit areas and variable upkeep. They blame stereotypes, call for more police, and urge community action, with opinions on IBP, race, and local watch programs.
Lydia Gonzales, Garden City, urges neighbors to vote Nov 5 and write in Sonny Rundell for the State Board of Education District 5 after citing Connie Morris opposition and immigrant history. She notes voter registration open through Oct 21 and advance voting available before election day.
Letters from readers question Kathleen Gilligan Sebelius's voting record on issues from flag burning and crime penalties to drug free zones and abortion. Citizens urge verifying stance, urging accountability before the November vote. The piece references historical drought and dust storms, warning of economic impact if farming and industry suffer. AUGUST KOSTER signs.
A family endorsement praises Sonny Rundell for District 5 Board of Education. The speaker highlights Rundell's belief that all kids can learn, his willingness to sacrifice financially for others, and his commitment to economic development and cross cultural understanding. The letter frames Rundell as compassionate, persistent, and open to diverse cultures.
A call urges voters in western Kansas to write in Sonny Rundell for the State Board of Education at the November 5 election. Rundell, longtime chair and former district 5 representative for 14 years across 41 counties, is praised for integrity and commitment to quality education.
Local letters by Nancy Teetzen and Leroy Hayden critique eight million dollar pool project. Questioning value, location, and features like lazy river or wave pool. Calls for better water recreation options and public input before proceeding.
A survey shows 61 percent of respondents feel unsafe walking at night. Voters are asked if they back increased funding to hire and retain police despite potential higher property or local-option taxes, with contact options by email, fax, and phone.
The Telegram requests letters to the editor be signed with the writer’s address and phone number. All letters are confirmed before publication and subject to editing for libel and length. Thank you letters should be general in nature. forms, poems, consumer complaints, or business testimonials will not be printed. Mail to Telegram Letters P.O. Box 958 Garden City KS 67846.
Contact details for Garden City county and city commissioners, congressional offices for Sen. Sam Brownback and Rep. Jerry Moran, Gov. Bill Graves, Attorney General, and Sen. Pat Roberts, including addresses in Topeka and Washington, D.C., phone numbers, and emails.
A reader letter forum reveals two sides of Garden City after dark. George and other respondents post anonymous racial slurs blaming Hispanics, while the editor defends exposing bigotry and urges action such as improved street lighting, neighborhood watches, and more police. Recognizes diversity too as inclusion, cites Jefferson and Declaration ideals, and notes poll shows most feel unsafe after dark.
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