THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Wednesday, July 26, 1995 TAG: 9507250105
SECTION: ISLE OF WIGHT CITIZEN PAGE: 03 EDITION: FINAL
TYPE: Letter
LENGTH: Short : 45 lines
The cover story, ``Pedaling a Beat,'' in the July 12 edition of The Citizen really describes your political leanings. How dare you, in the midst of a campaign for sheriff, give the incumbent such free advertising? The story did not delve into questions, such as:
1. Why did this administration spend more than $3,000 on bicycles when they would easily have been donated, such as in area police departments?
2. With limited county funds, can we afford the luxury of two deputies patrolling simultaneous beats?
3. Were the most qualified deputies chosen for the patrol?
4. Can the county afford over $3,000 in the sheriff's budget for his ``public relations,'' as the article says?
The sheriff states that ``the bike patrol is not based on crime statistics.'' Isn't that what it should be based on and not for ``show?''
Bike patrols could be a good idea, primarily in urban areas. This is another example of how a good idea is not properly implemented by this administration in the most frugal manner. Let's get the bikes free and spend $3,000 on drug prevention or a program to help our youth.
Shelton A. Spivey Jr.,
candidate for sheriff,
Isle of Wight County Spivey thanks citizens
I would like to thank the citizens of Isle of Wight County for their concern, calls, thoughts and prayers during my recent illness.
Every thought and prayer is appreciated, and I hope to remain on the road to recovery with your ongoing help, proper medical care and continued prayers.
Lud L. Spivey,
Windsor District, Isle of Wight
County Board of Supervisors by CNB