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‘Throttle-only’ settings should not be allowed As a 90-year-old rider of an electric-assist bike rider and founder of the North Bay Elder E-bikers (which disbanded during the COVID-10 pandemic), I agree fully with recent quotes from Bob Mittelstaedt (“Marin grand jury urges stronger e-bike restrictions for youths,” May 1). He said class 3 e-bikes are […]
Bodovitz leaves legacy as environmental leader As former executive director of the Bay Conservation and Development Commission, I would like to share some details about the life of Joseph Bodovitz, a longtime Mill Valley resident and state environmental leader who passed away March 9 at the age of 93 (“California coastal advocate Joe Bodovitz dies […]
Confusing to rank a mix of what we do with how The latest county survey (“Marin survey outlines residents’ top priorities, with housing in lead,” Nov. 12) says residents want the county government to focus attention on housing, homelessness and climate change. In apparent contrast, “diversity, equity and inclusion” issues tied for next to last. […]
First aid from anonymous hiker was appreciated If anyone is doubting the kindness of strangers, doubt no more. On July 22, I fainted while hiking with a friend on Mount Tamalpais. I bashed my head badly and was a bloody mess. A young man stopped to administer first aid while his friend hiked back up […]