Letters to the Editor

by Dear Editor,

We've lived in Wilshire Heights for about three years, and there are many things we have come to enjoy and appreciate about this and the surrounding neighborhoods, including the MacArthur Metro.

Earth Day morning was spent with many neighbors picking up trash, pulling weeds, and planting flowers along the Highway 580 off-ramp at 35th Avenue. Seventy bags of debris were collected and bagged. I am now even more proud to call this our neighborhood after seeing the dedicated volunteers (over 30 women, men, and children) who poured themselves selflessly into this much-needed project.

Guidance and support were proved by the Laurel Village Association and a tremendous number of Albertsons employees from Greg Ross's store (store manager). We've thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Oakland better than ever through the outstanding show of community pride and spirit of our fellow residents.

Please accept the donation enclosed to keep up the great job you are doing with your newspaper for our community.

Sincerely

Chris & Donna Oldag

Dear Editor,

Yesterday I was at the City Center when my cell phone rang. On the other end was a woman who had just read the article profiling Cycles of Change in the Metro. She said she loved what the article told about the program, and offered to get involved with us!

After that, of course, I had to head out and pick up (actually download) a copy of the May Metro. Thanks to everyone for following through on putting the article together, and big thanks to Meredith for capturing the spirit of the program so well. I can't wait to show the kids!

It's connections like these that make a real positive impact on our program and help to build a stronger community for everyone. Thanks again, and keep up the great work. And if you ever need anything bike-related, don't hesitate to get in touch with us ... we might be able to help!

Deep appreciation,

Barry Luck, Cycles of Change