Environment not development
“ Riverbank’s “River Walk” development raises concerns ,” (modbee.com, Dec. 24)
When are our elected representatives going to stop the elimination of our highest quality soils in favor of urbanization? At what point do city and county representatives use agricultural quality benchmarks in their planning processes so that they do not eliminate our highest quality soils or hinder water access needed to support our agriculture industry?
Urban proposals that would eliminate our best areas for food production continue to be planned and approved. Why? Where is the plan for agriculture? In order to protect our best soils, our elected officials must use urban limit initiatives.
Denny Jackman
Modesto
Road rage
“ CHP arrests Modesto man it suspects of shooting occupied car in Highway 99 road rage incident ,” (modbee.com, Jan. 10)
I think I know how we can finally deal with the majority of road rage incidents. If you’re driving in the fast lane and you’re getting tailgated: you’re wrong. If you’re driving in the fast lane and getting passed on the right: you’re wrong.