Get involved to stop Social Security office closing
Clinton has received word that the Social Security Office located on Fourth Avenue South will close at the end of May and merge with the Davenport office effective June 1, 2008.

Here’s your chance to help the hungry in the Gateway area
Saturday, May 10, letter carriers in more than 10,000 cities and towns across America will deliver more than the mail when they walk and drive along their postal routes.

Emergency management coordinator details burning rules
In conjunction with the Clinton County Fire Chiefs Association, the Clinton County Emergency Management Agency would like to remind residents that they should adhere to the rules set forth by the burning regulations in their respective communities.

We must find a way to cover the uninsured
The plight of the uninsured has reached a crisis point in our country.

Neighbor won’t be returning flag
This is an open letter to my neighbor on Roosevelt Street.

Join circle of knowledge at the library
During Library Week April 13 to 19, schools, campuses and communities across the country celebrate National Library Week, a time to remind the public about the contributions libraries, librarians and library workers make to their communities everyday.

Reader provides his insight into environmental tobacco smoke
I stopped smoking cigarettes several years ago; I seldom go into bars anymore or eat out. So I never intended to write a letter about the smoking ban.

Help is available for those who can’t control their gambling

Readers thank Kutzli; more on smoking ban

Business owner opposes smoking ban, says should be put up for vote instead
I am first and foremost an American. I served my country and encourage every young citizen of the United States of America to do the same.

Come on out to the Toys for Tots event
Sheryl’s Showstoppers Dance Academy will present a benefit holiday dance performance for the United States Marine Corps Reserve “Toys For Tots” program.

Reader: We are paying too much to live in a city that is behind the times
Have the inmates taken over the asylum, or is voter apathy at fault?

City needs to extinguish burning in open containers

Pay attention to Medicare Part D; Red Cross says thank you; stop raising taxes
Pay attention to Medicare Part D; Red Cross says thank you; stop raising taxes

Please remember Veterans Day
Please remember this Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11.

Letters to the editor for Nov. 3

Nov. 1 letters to the editor

Masons’ shopping day was a huge success for area kids
This year’s shopping day was a huge success. Sixty area needy children now have some new school clothing.

Reader supports Edwards for president, another backs Richardson
We need a change in the way we trade.

Former solid waste official says residents should vote for Rodger Holm
As a former resident of Clinton, Iowa and the Director of Operations and Education at the Clinton County Area Solid Waste Agency I had the opportunity to get to know Rodger Holm.

Mother alleges all is not being done to catch attacker
Some things in life are just not right.

We must preserve the Felix Adler Children’s Discovery Center
To the Board of Directors at the Discovery Center: Recently when I spoke with Theo Smith about all the fine opportunities being offered at the Discovery Center and asked about the future of the Center, she invited me to come to a meeting.

John Edwards offers hope
Along with hundreds of other interested Democrats, I attended Representative Polly Butka’s Corn Boil to hear some of the presidential candidates speak.

Continue Walk for the Hope
Congratulations to the MJL Foundation for their successful first annual Walk For Hope that was held in DeWitt on Sept. 8.

Volunteers needed for Hearts and Hands program
I would like to take the time to publicly thank the volunteers who participate in the hearts and Hands Program and RSVP.

Author thanks those who gave him opportunity to discuss book
Before my recent book signing tour, several Clintonians from across the nation asked me to report back on how I saw the city of Clinton.

New school board member details his goals
I want to extend my congratulations to Joni Kittoe for her recent election to the Clinton School Board.

9/25 Be an organ donor
This week, we were again reminded of the important issue of organ and tissue donation.

9/25 More about the Victory Center meeting
I’m writing this letter to try and clear up Ms. Koch’s confusion. Had she been at the meeting of concerned people, she would have known that the concerns were privacy and the safety of the neighboring children. She also would have known that these concerns were addressed.

Remembering my grandpa, Clyde Kelly
For those of you I have talked to and made you laugh or smile about the stories of my 106-year-old grandpa, well he died Thursday morning.

We need to support the work of the Victory Center

Increase appropriations to improve sewer and water infrastructure
The collapse of the I-35 W bridge in Minneapolis was a horrific but effective example of what happens when our infrastructure fails.

Council fell short on building code issue
The City Council this week once again demonstrated its total lack of concern for the safety of the people they represent by failing to fully install the new code and use the uniform plumbing code.

Readers defend Clinton Humane Society Board of Directors
I am a member of the Clinton Humane Society. I am sickened by the endless public attacks on our Board of Directors. I am also appalled at the behavior of the group of people who continue to harass the board members because they are angry that their friend Jean Regenwether was fired.

Reader: Let’s all raise the bar to encourage better behavior
Recently citizens were hurt and outraged by comments of the Mayor and some members of the Clinton City Council that were recorded on open mics during a break between meetings. Even without hearing the words, watching the non-verbal behavior of some of our leaders wasn’t inspiring.

City Council needs to invest in South Clinton’s park
It’s sad to see prejudice is still alive and thriving amount our council people. The disrespect and disdain towards the residents of South Clinton is very evident.

Thanks to Woll for listening to South Clinton residents
We, the people of South Clinton, would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Woll and ADM for the combined efforts they put forth in working with us.

SOS group wants answers from Clinton Humane Society’s directors
After the Clinton Humane Society Board meeting Feb. 19, we felt that it was necessary to clear up at least one question that was not answered. Although several were not read entirely or answered clearly, or at all, this states the actual question as presented.

Local school districts will benefit from legislation
A recent letter to the editor published in the Clinton Herald raised questions about my vote to increase spending by $108 million for basic state aid in education.

All workers should pay their ‘fair share’
This letter is in response to Lester Shields’ letter about Fair Share.

Anna Nicole Smith’s un-anchored marriages fostered her early death
I was saddened about the unfortunate death of Anna Nicole Smith, who died at age 39.

Cigarette tax hike would be harmful to small retailers
Last year, Iowa smokers paid almost $185 million in cigarette taxes, tobacco taxes and settlements to the state — that’s part of the reason there’s a $1.3 billion surplus in the state general fund.

Higher cigarette tax is unconscionable
I have been following with growing disgust the crusade of Gov. Culver and others to raise the state cigarette tax another $1 per pack.

Reader pins smell on rendering company
In regards to the editorial “Why Have Odor Complaints Declined?” in the Wednesday edition of the Clinton Herald:

Jaycees seek info on past members
The Clinton Jaycees are looking to update contact information on all past members of the Clinton Jaycees.

Time for the city to act on odor complaints
When I picked up my paper Jan. 25 and read the “Odor Complaints Decrease” headline, I almost had a stroke.

Reader will work hard for Vilsack campaign
Magnanimously, former Governor and presidential candidate Tom Vilsack worked very hard for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Iowa, and as president he will do the same for the entire nation.

We are worried about our safety and health
In response to the Clinton Herald’s opinion on Thursday:

This town stinks... literally
Are the officials of Clinton actually pleased with the odors that surround this town? After reading the article “Odor complaints decrease,” that is what I would believe.

You don’t get an opinion
If you don’t live in South Clinton, don’t assume to know what goes on down here.

South Clinton residents explain concerns
We, the neighbors of Archer Daniels Midland property, have many concerns regarding the rezoning and construction now taking place in South Clinton.

Lots of questions, no answers
I just read the Herald’s Opinion in published in the paper Thursday. I would like to take a minute to respond.

Reader asks for Dance Marathon support
Once again I am participating in Dance Marathon at the University of Iowa and I need your help!

Lots of what ifs for the future of Clinton
What if…

Legislature fails to properly address property tax issues
Shortly after winning election as governor last November, Chet Culver announced his appointment of a special panel to investigate the unreasonably high commercial property taxes and report back to him before his January 2007 Condition of the State Report.

Was anyone else concerned?
Does the last Clinton City Council meeting raise concern with others beside myself?

Armstrong is not a threat to society
A threat to society is someone who is lost, which means someone’s heart is cold, someone hasn’t heard, someone doesn’t care, someone failed to share, someone failed to help and finally someone decided to admire the creation in this world instead of the Creator of this world.

What is wrong with people today?
This letter pertains to the story “Son attacked by dogs.”

Religions have more in common than you think
Jim Fullan’s letter and his kind words for me and my article about Muslim’s view of Christmas is appreciated.

Reader, son attacked by dogs
On Friday night, my 2-year-old son, Davian, and I were walking our 2-year-old boxer and a 3-month-old boxer puppy around the block. Both of our dogs were on leashes.

Legislative session will be interesting
Monday marked the beginning of the Iowa Legislature. Democrats will be in the majority this time, and thus set the agenda, lead the committees and decide the fate and future of our state.

A significant difference
The opinion “Do Muslims Celebrate Christmas?” by Anis Ansari reveals the difference between the Muslim view of Jesus and the Christian view in that the Muslim considers Jesus to be a prophet only while the Christian considers Jesus to be the son of God.

Reader responds to letter stating Muslims’ view of Christmas
Dr. Anis Ansari’s letter thoughtfully described Christmas from the Muslim perspective.

We should take landmarks seriously
I was amazed by the photo taken in the 1950s of the people gathered at St. John’s Episcopal Church.

Some people aren’t following instructions
I’ll begin this letter with a quote from an article in your Dec. 15 edition, “City of Clinton Snow and Ice Control Program.”

Building owner issues thank you
I witnessed the most challenging night for fire, city and Red Cross crews, in which I’m very proud and thankful of the quick response and organization, in addition to the caring and patience from all in handling this devastation.

Do Muslims celebrate Christmas?
Every year people ask me, do you celebrate Christmas?

Former councilman supports road project
Pam Graboski conveniently did not mention all the streets that have been installed with assessments, i.e. 13th Avenue North, Second Avenue South, Eighth Avenue South and North 11th Street. These assessments affected a lot of people who had to come up with a lot of money in those days.

Stylist writes about salon cleanliness
I am writing in response to the articles in the Dec. 5 and Wednesday editions of the Clinton Herald about the disciplinary actions taken against two area salons.

A belated thank you
We recently realized that before we moved to Kansas, we forgot to say “Thank You” to many deserving people in the Clinton, Camanche and Fulton, Ill., region.

Marriage should be entered with enduring vows
Somehow, our contemporary society views serial marriage and divorce and re-marriage as perfectly fine. Yet, there is a stigma on polygamy.

Herald is harassing Humane Society
I am a former area resident and a current member of the Clinton Humane Society.

Reflections on the Great American Smokeout
This is, without a doubt, the biggest example of “Political Correctness” that one could ever witness.

Reader: Things that make you go ummm?
I filled a five-gallon gas can, it took six gallons.

Herald coverage found lacking
On Nov. 4 we welcomed home several of our local Naval troops back from Iraq.

What is happening to Clinton Humane Society?
What is happening to our Humane Society?

Slow it down!
To the person speeding in the truck in the vicinity of 2030 400th Ave. on Thursday at approximately 9:30 a.m.:

Time to end leaf burning in Fulton
On Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday of each week, our city should be ashamed.

Where is your donation going?
Citizens of Clinton should be aware that many businesses and families have been receiving solicitations by mail or telephone from companies asking you to support Clinton High School athletics through monetary donations.

Thanks to those who helped with welcome
On Aug. 26, our grandson Shawn Rohret was severely injured while driving over a roadside bomb (IED) in Iraq.

Readers react to Humane Society situation

Coaches should consider field time
I would like to address the consolidation of the East Central and Preston high school football teams.

Thanks to those who made Clothe-A-Child a success
On behalf of the Gateway Masonic Association I would like to thank all of the individuals and organizations that helped make the 2006 Clothe-A-Child project a success.

Bukta is being unjustly smeared
Polly Bukta, Clinton’s state representative, is being unjustly smeared by a Republican leaflet mailed from Des Moines.

LaMetta Wynn will work hard for district and all Iowans

Lights On Afterschool was a huge success
On Oct. 12, the Clinton School District’s Afterschool programs held a Lights On After School rally at Alliant Energy Field to help promote the importance of after school programs.

Reader: Enough already!
Please tell me the readers are as sick as I am about these phone calls, messages on the answering machines and TV commercials about the elections.

Reader: Jetter will be greatly missed
I’m writing this letter for a man whom by many is considered a community hero, Vinson Jetter.

Candidate committed to taxpayer equity
Clinton property taxpayers are now going to pay the eighth highest tax rate in the state of Iowa for the fiscal year 2007 taxes (ending June 30, 2007). Last year’s levy rates made Clinton the ninth highest rate, and in fiscal year 2005 they were the seventh highest rate.

People turned away by negative ads
One of the objectives of the Clinton County Democratic Party is to interest people in the democratic process and encourage them to participate. We especially want to encourage young people.

Ours is a government of the people
Honorably, democracy has been bled and died for. With a democracy comes the right to vote.

Boland is a strong voice for farmers
Farmers in the Quad-Cities play a critical role in the strength of our regional and state economics. We are writing to share with you the support State Rep. Mike Boland has shown local farmers.

Vote yes for Extension levy
I say vote yes on the tax levy for Clinton County Extension.

Vote for hope, reject fear
We have a Republican Vice President running around the country scaring the public with unsubstantiated fears about the future should the Democrats resume some power in the Congress.

Bukta, Stewart deserve support
Polly Bukta and Roger Stewart are deserving of support for the Iowa Legislature. They have served well in the past, support education and have kept taxes down.

Recycled tire program good on many levels
I have two reasons for writing this letter: as a parent and as the director of operations and education for the Clinton County Area Solid Waste Agency.

Voters won’t forget Foley scandal in November
We are all outraged that a congressman would abuse his position to prey upon minors.

Thanks but no thanks
I thought the idea of a city deer hunt was a good idea. But leave it to the Clinton Deer Management Committee to screw it up for me and probably others.

Marking National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month
Imagine a nation in which a deadly but treatable disease is taking its toll on more than 5 percent of the population.

Consider naming school after Iten
“To the youth of Clinton no one name stands out with greater significance than that of Iten.”