The debate about incineration has gone too far, especially in the press. Politics may be a problem, and the EMA may have added confusion to the situation. Surely everyone has not forgotten the depot employees who answer the call around the clock to ensure a safe place to live and work.Teamwork is a must. I’ve seen commanders, chemical surety, ammunitions, safety, security workers and the fire department work as a team. They, along with supporters throughout the depot and community have done a fine job. Everyone involved must march to the same drummer, so to speak, if we are to have any success.
The site manager came through the ranks. Tim Garrett worked his way under the best director the government had. Knowing Tim and his staff helps me understand that we are receiving the best work possible. Many of the fears are caused by the conflicts of men who aren’t experts in the field.
I realize all those involved are human, subject to error, but when everything possible has been done, in whom do we trust?
“Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be added unto you” (Matthew 6:33).
Does this not include our safety? We have all known for years that the chemicals would need to be disposed of one day.
Incineration strategies shape up, according to Matt Creamer’s report in The Star, where those with influence and political aspirations stand. You can be sure if an accident occurs, finger pointing will be in style.
Let it burn, governor, it’s late already.
Billy Mitchell
Anniston Army Depot Fire Dept., Retired
Newell
Cable TV
I have noticed a number of letters to Speak Out complaining about our local cable TV service. I suspect the recent rate increase will generate more people less than satisfied with Cable One.That rate increase finally drove me to do what I have been thinking about for more than a year. I now have a satellite dish that serves four TVs in my home with far more channels than Cable One, at a modest increase in cost. I also have much better reception, and do not anticipate the frequent outages of service I have been plagued with by cable.
My dish service is user friendly, but The Star would do me and many others a favor by expanding the TV Star to include satellite channels in the network listings. At least in the Network Locater section, if not in the daily listings.
Besides the public service this would provide, there would be a not very subtle reminder to Cable One that it does not have a monopoly on providing TV service in Calhoun County. Nor do the satellite services!
Should I at some time in the future believe I am being exploited by my new TV provider, I will do what I just did recently: vote with my checkbook!
Your newspaper, and in this case the Friday TV guide, can ensure that marketplace competition can drive better and more responsive service.
Daniel E. Spector
Jacksonville
Improving schools
We are working towards improving the condition of the Anniston High School Gymnasium. We are in the process of getting 11 championship banners and a public announcement system installed. We are asking area businesses to contribute to our effort. We are not asking for any set amount, because all contributions will help. This can and will be a positive venture. Please support our children and contribute to this effort for the enhancement of the school gymnasium. We truly need and would appreciate your assistance.Timothy Palmore and Jocelyn R. Palmore-Haynes
Your Partners in Education
Anniston
