HIDDEN AGENDAS?

It is with utter astonishment that I read in the Times-Herald (but
not a word in our local Benicia paper) that three of our elected city
commissioners have opposed a total ban on marijuana dispensaries in
our city. In this day and age, with the growing drug problems
throughout the country, why in the name of God would anyone in their
right mind invite this issue into our neighborhoods?

I had previously read, also in the Times-Herald, that there are more
than 40 dispensaries within driving distance -- and some that even
deliver. Perhaps Commissioner Harris could have such a delivery
system used for his parents? He, Commissioners Sherry and Hirsch
should all heed the advice of those who have to deal directly with
the drug problems on our streets, the Benicia Police Department, and
support a permanent ban.

One might wonder if there were hidden agendas inspiring their
opposition to such a ban, and why they feel their opposition will not
be remembered in their coming re-elections.

Richard Heyer

Benicia