Thank you, Petaluma library

EDITOR: I would like to express my thanks and admiration for the management of the library during its renovation. Library service has been seamless, which was especially apparent during the weeks that the Annex was closed. The library team was cheerful and accommodating throughout. I wish all transitions were handled so well and thoughtfully! I can’t wait to see the new space.

—Amy Messing, Petaluma

See artworks by bike

EDITOR: What a great article about touring the city to view local public art (“Taking the Petaluma public art challenge,” Aug. 12). Too bad you had to get around to see the artworks by car. Walking or biking would be so much better. I think we should leave the cars in the past.

Here are some passages from the story that demonstrate the unfortunately car-centric nature of our local society:

“In 2023, a motorist lost control of their vehicle and collided with the installation.”

“There’s so much intricate detail and cool imagery on it that you just don’t see when you’re driving by at 40 miles per hour.”

Cars are dangerous, antithetical to building social connections, and tedious for appreciating art. But I appreciate the emphasis on public art nonetheless.

—Gavin Waters, Sebastopol Public Arts Committee

Paper needs improvement

EDITOR: You can add me to the list of people not happy with the way the Argus-Courier has changed. It is more cumbersome to read, with the way it’s now arranged. There seems to be several spelling mistakes each issue. Several weeks ago California was spelled Caliiifornia! There’s also a problem with the usage of their, there and they’re, as well as your and you’re and its and it’s.

I’m assuming you employ a proofreader, or perhaps I’m mistaken.

—Elfi Mitschan, Petaluma

Hold nose, vote for Prop 50

EDITOR: Regarding the upcoming Prop 50 redistricting election: We should hold our noses and vote “yes,” but it should never have come to this. Texas and the GOP continue to play unethical games, fully aware of how crucial the 2026 elections will be in determining control of the House.

They have politicized what redistricting is meant to be: The fair redrawing of voting districts to reflect population changes and ensure balanced representation. Instead, partisan maneuvering has undermined public trust.

We all know how pivotal the 2026 elections will be in restoring balance to both the House and Senate and in repairing the damage done to our country. Vote yes on Prop 50!

—Yvonne Martin, Santa Rosa

Advice to Democrats

EDITOR: A piece of advice to Democrats, those in elected positions in particular: Don’t be tempted to jump on the “Hang Donald Trump over the Epstein files” bandwagon. Let Republicans awaken via the truth about this man on their own.

Don’t allow yourselves to be sucked into this controversy, thus giving MAGA backers a reason to aim their vitriol at you. Stand on the sidelines and just think to yourselves, “I told you so,” and quietly observe the volcanic upsurge of truth within their distorted world. They don’t need us. They can accomplish this on their own.

—Nathaniel Roberts, Petaluma