To the Editor:
The next time you are walking your dog stroll over by the railroad tracks by the packing houses and look at the tank trap we are forced to drive through.
Ever since construction began there was another hole at the corner of "A" and "Old Telegraph Road" which was finally filled in and now is more fill in needed. Also the ninety degree ditch on "A" just north of Santa Clara needs to be filled up at least to street level.
I would bet that in the contract there is a phrase stating that during construction the contractor shall try to maintain the streets as smooth as possible.
Come on City Inspectors, drive around a little.
At the end of construction I assume we will repave the street and fix those damned railroad tracks.
Several years ago I inquired regarding the repair on the railroad tracks and was told it wasn't up to the city nor up to the railroad. Who's job is it?
Ernie King
Fillmore

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To the Editor:
I’m saddened that Marie Wren, a former school board member, finds participating in democracy somehow lowers a persons standards. She stated in a letter to the editor last week, “I do not wish to fuss with anyone via “Letters to the Editor” and I will not lower myself to write again.” Participating in public debate does not lower one’s standards. Her statement also indicates Ms. Wren sees herself as more of a dictator or queen who’s statements are final and not to be challenged.
In the same letter, Ms. Wren went on to insult parent volunteers who donate time and money by stating, “Have they ever considered putting in the same amount of time and money into improving each school within the district?” Yes Marie, they have, and they do.
I’d ask for a response from Ms. Wren to clarify her statements; but that of course would be beneath her.
A 5th Generation Fillmorion

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To the Editor:
The Humane Society of Ventura County would like to thank the people of Ventura County for supporting us in the rescue of 50 horses from the Lockwood Valley case in October of 2008. The last horse was adopted on July 13.
After almost two years of caring for these horses, we feel that the outpouring of support that we have received for the shelter staff has given us courage to continue doing what we do best – caring for the neglected and abused animals. We are very proud of the staff and the volunteers who devoted their time to all of the shelter animals. Cleaning corrals in 100-plus degree weather was very difficult on everyone, yet nobody complained. These people are the true heroes.
We would like to say a special thank you to the Ventura County District Attorney's office, Ventura County Sheriff’s Department, Department of Animal Regulations Director Kathy Jenks and personnel, Marta Grandstedt, DVM, and the five other veterinarians that assisted. There are so many people that we would like to thank but the list is too long. There will be a special thank you listing on our website. HSVC.org
Thank you again for your continued support from the Humane Society Board of Directors and staff at the HSVC shelter.
Sherry Brockus
Executive Director, Humane Society of Ventura County