Dear Editor:
An open letter to Erin Mayor Michael Dehn and town councillors.
Thank you for finally listening to your citizens, opening the Erin Engaged site for those unable to attend municipal meetings, relieving town staff’s time and talents of the burden of pursuing that logo refresh project and avoiding further expenses it would entail.
When we found our dream home south of Erin village 40 years ago, we soon learned from the first neighbours who befriended our family that we’d always be “newbies” as their roots reached several generations deep.
That influenced our attitude.
Our sons flourished in the unique character of small-town Erin, its friendly nature, solid education, seasonal events and well-established businesses.
Folks will choose to move to Erin if new subdivisions are well built, with energy-efficient features, within their budget, the commute time to work is reasonable and there’s space in our schools for their children.
The logo is irrelevant, though it’s great that it needs no further interpretation. These folks will shop locally when they receive good quality products and friendly service, at fair prices.
Sixty years ago, when I taught high school, I used a National Film Board film in class, entitled Nobody’s Perfect. Looking forward, please focus on being a good, responsible government.
Louise McMullen,
Erin