Editor’s note: The following is a letter to the editor. The opinions expressed in this letter are those of the writer, and do not necessarily reflect those of The Mendocino Voice. If you would like to submit a letter to the editor feel free to write to [email protected].
Dear Editor:
I think that the Ukiah City Council should grant Tom Carter the same deference and the same patience that it has granted previous owners, who in fact did little. Tom Carter has a vision for the Palace: He wants to save it so that it can be a gem in a small city that has few jewels. Tom Carter, unlike previous owners, has the knowledge and the expertise to bring this off. The City of Ukiah could help; they could support Tom instead of bringing him in to criticize him. The City Council would undoubtedly have an ear if they would ask for grants “to help to save a vital part of our heritage,” but no—the council wants to treat the Palace as something that would be better demolished, and it wants to admonish and criticize anyone who wants to do the heavy lifting needed to save it.
Tom McFadden
Boonville
