Letters to the Editor

News, August 29: “Come Fly With Me”

No thank you please

This month's "fly-in" at the Santa Fe Regional Airport caters mainly to private plane owners, yet ordinary residents and small business owners are the ones to bear the brunt of the extra noise and air pollution. The decision to host the event at our tiny airport is part of a pattern, one that prioritizes elite interests over the investments and quality of life of residents in the south half of town. If airport management and city council truly care about creating a sustainable model for our airport going forward, it's time to address the divide between the wealthy pilots our airport serves and the ordinary homeowners who must endure the pollution produced by the one percent.

Kate McCahill
Santa Fe

Cover, September 12: “It’s Going Down”

Not necessary

We never needed the "new" jail on Highway 14 or the juvenile facility. I and others tried hard to stop both, but the power of privatization was too $trong. We didn't need 600 adult beds or a separate juvenile facility—now we are stuck with two white elephants.

Mark Donatelli
SFReporter.com

Cover, September 5: “Was Debbie Right?”

Luv ya deb

I'm not from Santa Fe but I had family there so I tried to keep up with what went on there since I was there so often. I remember Debbie fondly because she spoke her mind and she had Santa Fe and its citizens first and foremost on her agenda. She had all the DWI people from jail out cleaning the streets wearing pink caps. They cleaned up, but also were shamed for drinking and driving. It was brilliant. I'm sorry she wants to move because we need more like her but at the same time I understand her feelings. Miss you Debbie!

Sheila McCarthy
via Facebook

Claro que si

Debbie Jaramillo is my hero! Thank you for publishing the interview. Santa Fe is a tough place to live, especially for us natives. If anyone has inspired me with a "Si se puede!" attitude, it's Debbie Jaramillo!

Rhea Serna
via Facebook