Desert Messenger

December 17, 2014 www.DesertMessenger.com 7 Opinions expressed in letters to the editor do not necessarily represent those of the Desert Messenger. letters to the editor LET'S HOPE Well Quartzsite, the elections are over and an almost completely new Coun- cil is in offi ce. Let's hope that with it, comes an improvement over what has transpired in the past. For the past 20 years, we've seen corruption, ineptness, stupidity, pettiness, and unfairness. I hope this group is an improvement and works as team FOR the town. We don't need more actions that deplete our trea- sure or embarrass us as a community. We need a Town Council that can work together, remain cordial, be willing to compromise, and look at all sides of issues. Let's hope this slate of Town Lead- ers leads the town in a manner we can all be proud of. Let's hope it is run in a legal manner without the unethical and good 'ole boy back room shenanigans going on. Let's hope they lok at what previous Council's action and direction were and see how mistaken they were. Let's hope they have the insight to see what made Quartzsite a winter destina- tion goal and why it has the distinction of being the Rock Capital of the World. Quartzsite can become a viable town again, but it needs to move toward a goal that is appropriate for our area. We need to see a vision that is realis- tic and achievable, and there must be openness, ethical behavior, respect, and a willingness to stop thinking about personal gain, but rather what is best for the town. Quartzsite's been run like it's the old wild west, but that time is past. And if we don't look to the past, and recognize the mistakes, Quartzsite SEE LETTERS PAGE 37 has all the indications that it could be another Rhyolite, or for those who aren't aware, another ghost town. Art Piper , Quartzsite THANK YOU QUARTZSITE! Again this wonderful place is answer- ing the call for help. Our food bank is so empty, we have so many folks in need or just a helping hand up. All the fund raisers, food collections and just plain folks dropping in. I Thank You All. We need to keep it up the best we can. And hopefully the next Thank You will be our freezer is fi xed. So cross your fi ngers folks and hope that hap- pens. Our fantastic volunteers and fundraisers are working on this. Again THANK YOU QUARTZSITE! Carol Kelley, Quartzsite East Side Breadery 928-927-6715 • No Job Too Small • Commercial • Residential • Remodeling LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Call Roy and Bob 928-345-5616 928-916-3109 AZ License #13-1743 (Not a licensed contractor) RJK CONSTRUCTION Welcome Back Snowbirds! QIA OFFICE NOW OPEN 9am-12 noon Mon-Fri Please come by and pick up a schedule! • BINGO FRIDAY NIGHTS Doors open at 5pm. Early Birds at 6:30pm • CRAFT FAIR 1 ST SATURDAY 9am-1pm Yard Sale/Swap Meet in parking lot. $5/table. • DANCES WED & SAT NIGHTS 7pm - 9:30pm $4 Donation • PANCAKE SUPPER 5 - 6 pm Dec. 17 Christmas Dinner (breakfast items) No suppers Dec. 24 & 31 due to holidays. • ROCK CLUB MUSICAL Dec. 30 at 6:30pm Donation for Scholarship Fund • NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE Skyhawk New York -New Year Celebration. Bring fi nger foods, $4 at door. 7-10pm. • ELVIS IMPERSONATOR Jan. 6 - 7-10pm $5 donation • KEEPERS OF THE FAITH Jan. 13 Gospel group QIA INSIDE AL'S RV PARK 510 S. Riggles, Quartzsite Corner of Riggles and E. Kuehn FARMERS MARKET Every Wednesday thru March Desert Gardens Showgrounds East end • 8 am-12 noon STORE ON THE PORCH NOW OPEN Mon - Sat • 8-4 through March Sundays order and pick up only. May make exception to bake when ordered by 10am Sunday Morning. Closed the last Sunday of month. Sourdough Breads Cinnamon Rolls Artisan Breads Fudge, Cakes and Goodies on hand in store every day! Check out our menu on Facebook and at www.EastSideBreadery.com • Old Costume Jewelry • Old Fountain Pens • Silver & Gold Coins • Sterling Silverware • Gold Filled Jewelry • Old Watches • Gold & Silver Jewelry Any Condition • Gold Nuggets • Dental Gold BUYING Hi Ally Swap Meet ~ Front Row Main St., Quartzsite 585 N. Central Quartzsite Open Mon-Fri 8-5 928-927-8787 Johnny DelPino, Owner BEST AUTO RV & TRUCK REPAIR SERVICE YOU CAN DEPEND ON! We sell U-HAUL BOXES C & B LOCK & KEY 39 YEARS EXPERIENCE 928-927-6589 Mobile Service Only Now Available TRANSPONDER AUTO KEYS (Electronic Chip Keys) Jeep, Chrysler, Ford Chevrolet, Toyota & many more! Betty Crenshaw, Owner 928-927-6325 235 E. Ironwood St., Quartzsite

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