The Editor, Re: "Coalition misses the points," Letters, July 23. We appreciate Ms. Phillips' comments about our first town hall meeting. That's what these meetings are all about - to identify and discuss community issues - and seek guidance for possible solutions. Housing affordability is clearly a current issue. Tax bills, too.
More dialogue, more voices - and more people voting for the right candidates with the right solutions is clearly what we need. We, at the coalition, look forward to hearing more regarding community issues and possible solutions at our next town hall. We also look forward to more comments in the local media about issues and solutions, too.
The fact that a standing room-only crowd turned out on a beautiful summer evening to come inside and share their thoughts is, I think, a testament to the desire of the community to participate in what we are trying to do... increase voter turnout.
Rob Howard
Richmond Community Coalition
