Published: May 11, 2008 08:06 pm            

Letters to the editor - Monday, May 12, 2008

During YMCA debate, remember YW’s end

It’s ludicrous that Kokomo and Howard County can’t lower our taxes, yet we have two local groups vying for the dubious distinction as presenting the YMCA with their choice of a free, prime parcel of land. The federal government previously gave them thousands of dollars.

How ironic that in 2002-03 the YWCA patrons fought valiantly to save their YW from the pillaging of the director and her board. What a shameful, ignoble end to what had been a beautiful, beloved facility.

Most women pay taxes, live within their means and vote. We have opinions, too. Three more of mine are:

1. Do away with Channel 2. We need the money more than the information.

2. To minimize vandalism, house the Bookmobiles with the school buses. If this isn’t feasible, build a garage for them.

3. Utilize, enjoy and promote the beautiful, historic Kokomo High School and gym.

Marjorie J. Bowyer

Kokomo

Let us not miss this opportunity

I want to ask county government to reconsider its decision to not use our EDIT dollars for the proposed economic development in our downtown.

As a county resident and a small-business owner in Kokomo, I believe receiving an $8 million investment by the YMCA warrants the use of some of our economic development tax dollars.

The YMCA, the businesses downtown and our community as a whole will benefit. Most importantly, the kids who live downtown and use the YMCA will continue to have a great place for positive after-school activities.

We should not miss this opportunity. Who knows when and if we may ever get another chance at this type of investment in our downtown?

Ken Lucas

Kokomo

‘Every day should be Earth Day’

Dear children of the earth,

Last week we celebrated Earth Day by cleaning the school yard, planting flowers, playing games, reading books, watching a movie and eating Earth Day cookies. We made posters telling how we can reduce, reuse, and recycle.

We want you to know that every day should be Earth Day. Everyone can make a difference, even if it is small.

When our children grow up, we want them to have a healthy earth.

“No job is too big

No action too small

The care of the earth

Is the task of us all.”

2nd grade class

of Sandie Ednie

Elwood Haynes School

Threat to planet spiritual in nature

They’ve done it again! You know who I’m talking about. Years ago they tried to tell us the theory of evolution was factual. Now they’re saying the same about global warming. What bothers me is not that they have an opposing viewpoint, but that they insist the case is closed and there’s no room for debate. I may not be convinced, but have not closed my mind to the issue.

With that said, I must confess to a belief in global warming, anyway. I believe, not because science says so, but because God says. Not only does he say it’s going to happen, but it will be our fault, and the earth will be totally destroyed.

Let me be quick to say I’m not endorsing Al Gore’s interpretation of climate change, but the Apostle Peter’s. Don’t get me wrong. Taking care of our planet and conserving our natural resources is important (that responsibility started with Adam and Eve). However, the world will still be here when the last trumpet sounds. People might abuse the earth, but cannot destroy it. Only God can do that. The threat to our planet is not so much environmental as it is spiritual.

Yes, things are really going to heat up. You can read Peter’s description of global warming in chapter three of his second letter. Although it presents a terrifying look at the end of the world, it also offers a message of hope. God doesn’t want us to be terrified by the end, but ready for it!

Conrad J. Hartsch

Logansport

        

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