To the editor: RTR projects a 25-student increase in five years. They want to build 16 classrooms for these 25 students at a cost of at lest $15 million. One million dollars was spent one year ago to demolish existing Tyler classrooms and a gym. Is this an acceptable use of taxpayer money in addition to $10,000 for a special election vote on Nov. 7? Russ Pilegaard Ruthton
To the editor: I have been reading, with great interest, the recent letters to the editor regarding the new pool scenario. The people submitting their comments have done a considerable amount of research which I happen to agree with wholeheartedly. The suggested location is terrible. A very dangerous intersection for youth to be traversing constantly. Very high-priced property that needs to be purchased and has not parking — only that will be leased. What happens when the lease expires? That location should be used for additional commercial development, i.e., apartments, stores, ...
To the editor: For over 33 years I considered a significant part of my role, as manager of the local radio station, as being a local proponent of all things Marshall — our businesses, the celebrations, sports teams, organizations and promotions. It wasn’t always easy — as I carry a fairly conservative perspective — but it was my job. My criteria for each was always one image or optics. Did it look good to citizens of Marshall? Was it provocative and memorable for visitors to our community? Primarily, would it enhance Marshall’s position as an area leader? The new aquatic ...
To the editor: Like Mr. Jim Muchlinski, I also have fond memories of our current pool. Though those memories were formed decades later, they are basically the same. Walking and biking with my friends and family to the pool. Laughing and playing in the water. Getting a sweet treat at the small Dairy Queen on our way home. I know there are thousands of other people living in this community with similar fond memories. It’s truly a wonderful thing. I remember when the big slide was being built when I was a kid. Those were exciting times. And you can be sure my friends and I were among ...
To the editor: As we approach the Nov. 7 vote on the expanded municipal pool I have a few questions. First, Marshall has a $100 million, or so debt already. Do we want to add 20% more to that? Next, is the Red Baron center paid off? That is what the ½ sales tax was for. Third, Marshall has city-owned property already. Why spend a half million for a spot on two busy roads? Fourth, if this is a good idea, why not do it in stages as money is raised or becomes available? If we committed to an upgrade of the existing pool, I would support it. As the work was being done, the summer ...
To the editor: As a life-long resident of Marshall and 31 years with the Marshall Fire Department, including 18 years as fire chief, I know the importance of how giving back to our community strengths it. Soon, we will have an important decision to make that can further strengthen our community. The city of Marshall has been studying a new aquatic center for many years. They have repaired, refurbished and patched up the 87-year-old pool to the point that a major investment is needed to ensure that families can have a place to congregate — as a community — 50 years into the ...