Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/category/letter-to-the-editor/page/2/)
“For me, this day is personal. My grandparents were forced to flee Nazi Germany, losing their home and many family members and friends. Their journey to safety in America gave our family a future and taught me that democracy is precious — and never guaranteed.” – Jill Oberlander Continue Reading →
“If approved, this architectural monstrosity will stand as the permanent, negative legacy of our First Selectman, the Task Force Chairman, and the P&Z Commission. I urge the RTM to protect Greenwich’s history, its neighborhoods, and its financial health by rejecting this MI.” – Jim O’Brien Continue Reading →
“Multiple Town boards have independently flagged that each proposed location risks overshadowing memorials to soldiers who died in combat…There are other locations, including in front of Town Hall, that would honor President Bush’s record of public service without raising that concern. Those alternatives have not been seriously explored.” – Aakash Patel Continue Reading →
“Hopefully, the RTM will recognize the profound stakes involved and overwhelmingly reject these traffic cameras before it is too late. Our town representatives must refuse to trade Greenwich’s character and tradition of self-government for a surveillance state sold in the name of safety. The future of Greenwich should be shaped by its own citizens and accountable leaders — not by automated cameras and out-of-town contractors.” – Karen Fassuliotis Continue Reading →
“Chief Heavey and the GPD understandably like the additional funds that will be used for traffic safety generated by speed camera ticketing. But there are significant issues not addressed by the Chief in his outreach to the community…Maya Tichio of D-7 has done considerable work researching the history of the Town’s involvement with Blue Line Solutions, the operator of the speed cameras in Greenwich. Her analysis includes the CT General Statutes governing such pedestrian safety systems, the financial structure of the contract, the specific sites selected for speed cameras around Greenwich, and the concerns expressed by Greenwich citizens about data security.” – Bill Galvin Continue Reading →
“As Chief of Police for the Town of Greenwich, I am proud to report that our school zone speed camera program is working exactly as intended, and I want to take this opportunity to address some of the concerns that have been raised by members of our community.” – Greenwich Police Dept chief Jim Heavey Continue Reading →
“We humbly request that church leadership reconsider the decision to terminate the SCP ministry and engage with us to explore paths to compromise and continuation of a St. Catherine’s tradition.” – Open letter from the St. Catherine’s Players Board and Production team to the Parish of St. Catherine of Siena and St. Agnes in response to the church’s decision to reclaim the parish hall and storage space used by the St Catherine’s Players Continue Reading →
“The RTM is voting in June to accept the Greenwich Speed Camera plan. We all want our children to be safe, but we do not want our Town to be the honey pot for an out of state Equity Fund.” – Janet Lockton Continue Reading →
“At a time when we constantly speak about the mental health crisis facing children, the isolation many feel, and the need for meaningful connection and purpose, programs like Saint Catherine’s Players are not expendable luxuries. They are lifelines. They are ministries in their own right.” – Dr. Jennifer Bencivewngo Continue Reading →
“Many Greenwich residents support genuine safety improvements without Big Brother cameras: more police visibility during school hours, speed-feedback signs, traffic-calming designs, better crosswalks, and flashing beacons. These alternatives enhance safety without privacy invasions or secretive contracting.” – Karen Fassuliotis Continue Reading →