Committee needed to protect town 'asset'
      This letter was sent to the Town Administrator and copied to the Jamestown Press Mr. Keiser, I am writing to you with regard to the Jamestown Golf Course and in particular to the creation of a committee to interact with the contract managers of the town's property there.
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Neighbor's hunting has impact on nearby lots
      On Sunday, Nov. 9, a young buck died in our backyard near the bird feeder. It had been shot with an arrow on the property of a neighbor, who had allowed the hunter access to his property. Unfortunately, the deer did not die immediately and wandered on to our property, where it finally died in our backyard.
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Class in self defense was a great experience
      I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Jamestown Police Department for sponsoring the RAD training that I took four days last week. The self -defense course was excellent and it was free. For four nights last week, 20 women met at the Recreation Center and learned how to defend themselves and what to look for so they wouldn't become a victim.
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Fundraiser a success due to many
      We would like to thank everyone who attended the Charlie Shaffer Fundraiser on Sept. 20, along with those who helped to make this day a great success.
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How about a solar roof?
      While the discussion about how to use the old highway barn at Fort Wetherill continues, here is a concept for the new one. I can't help but notice the broad expanses of south facing roof angled much like that of the Newport Animal Hospital on Valley Road in Middletown. For those not aware, the Animal Hospital is sporting a beautiful new solar powered photovoltaic roof.
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Thanks for help with teen activities
      The Jamestown Teen Center would like to thank everyone who helped make the Monster Ball a success. Fire Chief James Bryer and the Jamestown Fire Department allowed us to use the space above the firehouse. Members of the Substance Abuse Prevention Task Force donated their time to chaperone and ensure that all teens who participated were safe.
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Benefit raises $17,000 for 'wishes'
      Make-A-Wish Foundation of Rhode Island would like to thank Evelyn and Frank Leddy for hosting a benefit for the chapter at Trattoria Simpatico on Oct. 19. Guests enjoyed food and fun as the famous Kitty Litter made a special appearance and B.B. Hayes auctioned fabulous Rhode Island bachelors and bachelorettes' all for a good cause.
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Glad pols are 'working for us'
      As a relatively new resident to Jamestown, but a 27-year resident of Rhode Island, I was thrilled to read in the Press "that all of the winning candidates are anxious to get to work for the people of Rhode Island." After Jack Welch's comments about Rhode Island about which Gov.
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