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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor | Smegal puts students first

By Laura Katter | October 16, 2020

Laura Katter writes that Board of Education Trustee Cory Smegal is solidly anchored in doing what is best for children, both here in Piedmont and across the state.

City

Letter to the Editor | Measure UU is good value for taxpayers

By Rick Schiller | October 16, 2020

For retired Piedmont seniors on fixed incomes, UU is a progressive bond measure and is the fairest taxation levy, says Rick Schiller.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor | Cooper is prepared for challenges ahead

By Dave Staley | October 16, 2020

Dave Staley says school board candidate Hilary Cooper has proven she will do the hard work to get things done.

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Letter to the Editor | Thigpen will be a voice for students of color

By Valentina Prieto Black, PHS freshman | October 16, 2020

Valentina Prieto Black, a PHS student, explains why she supports Veronica Thigpen for school board.

Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor | Cooper’s leadership style is an excellent fit for school board

By Christine Wente von Metzsch | October 16, 2020

Christine Wente von Metzsch says Hilary Cooper has the right combination of skills for the job.

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Letter to the Editor | Thigpen knows how to build bridges, make connections

By Megan Pillsbury, Trustee, Piedmont Board of Education | October 16, 2020

School Board Trustee Megan Pillsbury writes she was impressed by Veronica Thigpen from the start.

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Letter to the Editor | Piedmont needs a new community pool

By Anian Pettit Tunney | October 13, 2020

Lifelong resident Anian Pettit Tunney says supporting Measure UU is important for the overall health of the city.

Elections

Letter to the Editor | Anderson Thigpen speaks to urgent issues; offers hope and vision for turbulent times

By Suzie Skugstad, WildWood ASE Art Teacher | October 12, 2020

She brings deep experience in the field of education, policy, and around issues of equity and more, says Suzie Skugstad.

City

Letter to the Editor | Conna McCarthy committed to service and community

By Lindsey Meyersieck | October 12, 2020

A creative problem solver, she seeks out diverse opinions in order to find solutions, says Lindsey Meyersieck.

City

Letter to the Editor | McCarthy knows how to listen and brings deep understanding of issues

By Valerie Matzger, former mayor | October 12, 2020

Nearly thirty years of outstanding service to our schools and city make her a most qualified candidate, writes former mayor Valerie Matzger