Like millions of other Americans, my morning ritual is to have my morning coffee while I read the newspaper. As I read about how bad things are getting in the United States -- the economy, cities being forced into bankruptcy, budgets being cut in all areas, street gang crime being on the rise and on and on -- I thank God my family and I are fortunate enough to live in the great city of Simi Valley!
We are very thankful to our present mayor and City Council members, as well as to our past mayors and City Council members, for their careful planning for our city's future and for their dedication over the years.
Now is the time for me to help keep this city on track -- yes, you guessed it, by voting!
My wife and son are not citizens of this great country, yet they are looking forward to the day they can do what you should do -- yes, you guessed it again, vote!
As my Grandpa used to say, "Ain't broke, don't need fixin'!"
I hope you will join me and help the city stay on course by voting for Paul Miller for mayor and Barbra Williamson and Steve Sojka for City Council.
-- George Holmes, Simi Valley