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Dear Editor: Residents of Freedom Township are increasingly concerned about the renewal of StoneCo Aggregates excavation permit, and it deserves public attention! The company plans to expand their operations on the 152 acre parcel off of Pleasant Lake Road between … Read more
Dear Editor: I wanted to make residents aware of the proposal by the Washtenaw County Road Commission to not only repave Werkner Rd. from Sibley Rd. to M-52, but to widen it by as much as 12 feet as well. … Read more
Dear Editor: In October, we learned the Washtenaw County Road Commission has decided to widen and repave Werkner Road. This information did not come from the WCRC but from a Chelsea city employee. No other neighbors, Chelsea Mayor, Sylvan Township … Read more
Dear Editor: Chelsea voters deserve better than the gamesmanship which is currently playing out in the lead-up to the November 4th election. As is made very clear in our City Charter, all elected officials are to serve in a non-partisan … Read more
Dear Editor: I was honored to be an organizer and speaker for the No Kings Protest and Rally this past Saturday at Pierce Park in Chelsea. I believe it’s more important than ever to share first-hand experiences and different perspectives … Read more
Dear Editor: I am writing in response to the October 21st letter titled “HVA Asks Citizens to Consider the ‘Bigger Picture’ Before Voting”, authored by HVA COO Paul Hood. Before addressing Mr. Hood’s comments, I want to clarify what this … Read more
Dear Editor: Prior to the election season, the CAFA Board members agreed to provide information to the public regarding the millage without taking a position for or against the millage. This statement offers background on the decision to put an … Read more
Dear Editor: I am a candidate for mayor of Chelsea, and I believe in a balanced approach to governing. In my life I have experienced poverty and the many challenges that it brings. It taught me self-reliance, hard work and … Read more
Dear Editor: I wholeheartedly support the election of Julianne Chard for Chelsea’s next Mayor. I have known Julianne for 10 years and we were first brought together by our mutual love and admiration of our historic homes. When she … Read more
Dear Editor, After reading three “letters to the editor” on this issue and listening\speaking to Fire Chief Arbini at two Lima Township meetings, I felt compelled to write a letter. As in past letters, I don’t do hearsay, just the … Read more
Dear Editor: I have an observation to share. As I drive by the Chelsea Police Department, I am surprised not to see the American flag displayed. As a patriotic veteran, it’s my view that the flag represents our cultural identity, … Read more
Dear Editor: Voters are being asked to vote on a millage proposal for the Chelsea Area Fire Authority (CAFA) that will increase the CAFA millage from its current 2.4 rate an additional 0.75 mills to 3.15. I am not advocating … Read more
Dear Editor, In my personal experience, our elected officials and our city staff are forthright, hard working individuals who care about the welfare of this town. They do not deserve to be harangued and accused of “shameful” behavior. Rather, they … Read more
Dear Editor: I have spent 46 years in the fire/EMS business – 32 of which was a Chelsea volunteer firefighter and CAFA Board member. I read Mr. Miles’ letter and find many misstatements, but will simply relay some facts. When … Read more
Dear Editor: Kate Henson proved herself to be a highly effective, energetic, and sensible President of the Chelsea School District Board of Education (BOE). Kate worked tirelessly on behalf of all stakeholders, ensured all voices and perspectives were heard, sought … Read more
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