OpinionAugust 1, 2010
Speak Out 8/1/10
I am appalled that the Shelter of Hope cannot complete its building due to a shortage of funds. Where are all those folks who said they supported a homeless shelter? They criticized those of us who didn't want the one that was proposed for the old federal building, despite our concerns -- not about the shelter, but about the man proposing it. ...
Time for action
I am appalled that the Shelter of Hope cannot complete its building due to a shortage of funds. Where are all those folks who said they supported a homeless shelter? They criticized those of us who didn't want the one that was proposed for the old federal building, despite our concerns -- not about the shelter, but about the man proposing it. Well, here is their opportunity to put their money where their mouth is. If each of those folks who were so preachy about what Cape Girardeau citizens should do and how unchristian some of us were would chip in, the Shelter of Hope would have plenty of money to finish the project and open its doors. But that's the problem with liberals. They talk a good game but then want everyone else to share the financial burden for all their pet projects. Come on, supporters of a homeless shelter. We want to see you put your words into action.
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Pool concerns
AS the parent of a swimmer, I have been interested in the progress of the pool renovation project. Since the pool was closed at the end of May, there has been no progress. The pool was drained and the bubble was pulled down and stacked like it usually is. All the stands and fixtures were dismantled and piled up. The pool liner has not been redone nor the new lanes repainted. There is no sign of the new bubble either. Renovation of the office and locker rooms isn't even out for bid yet. The results of all this nonactivity? Loss of revenue to the city for daily swimming, party rentals and local club swim meets (which help the local economy), loss of pool use for nearby residents who are now forced to travel to the even older Capaha Park pool, no facility at all (Carbondale is the closest) for local athletes for springboard diving practice. The summer is almost over. It appears the Central High School boys swim team will be affected also. Where will they swim? This seems to be very poor planning. What is going on?
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