Reading the superb Guardian reports of the various actions of Mayor Diaz and Council meetings is greatly appreciated by hearing impaired residents like myself. It is even better than being in actual attendance. My sister Mary Farmer, now residing in Florida, receives her weekly copies of the Guardian. She avidly follows the city. She used to be a columnist for the Home News Tribune when it was a much better daily newspaper than it is today.

We are very fortunate that Wilda Diaz is our mayor. Her first term was a resounding success! She restored fiscal stability, pride and dignity of the city mired in the depths of despair. She is very attractive and is an excellent speaker. A modern day Joan of Arc! I believe she could have stepped into the Millionaire Show on TV 7 when Meredith Veira left without missing a beat. And still keep her day job!

Meanwhile I believe certain actions could be taken to improve lives in our fair  city. First, branch offices ought to be established in Shoprite area which already sells postage stamps, the Hall Avenue-Amboy Avenue area and the outer State Street area. Just like in Woodbridge Township.

Secondly, time for a revaluation of real estate. The last one was in 2005. Property taxes doubled! Huge industries thrives on Convery Boulevard. Are they fairly assessed?

Meanwhile I  have received a reduction of property taxes through the efforts of Joseph J.B. Vas, Jr. Esquire. He is a fine, up and coming attorney with a great future. I thank and recommend this!

Thirdly, in order to alleviate the horrible traffic on downtown Smith Street how about designating  Fayette Street west bound one way? As for instance, Silzer Street one way southbound to facilitate passage to my favorite Superior Diner. With parking on both sides of the street there is hardly room for one car to proceed.

With all the spirit and enthusiasm expressed by our elected leaders, prominent residents and average citizens like myself I feel  that our fair city by the bay has a bright future!

Thank you for your courtesies!

Very Truly Yours,
Peter Book a.k.a Pedro Libro