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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Letters to the Editor, June 14 MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jun. 14, 2016 @ 12:01 am Posted Jun. 14, 2016 @ 12:01 am » Social News p bs:newslist StartDate="20121121" EndDate="p bs:datecalc Months="3"" DateSort="1" UseObjects="1" ObjectClass="81" Taxonomywords="2325,665" ExactTaxonomyMatch="1" Image="1" Count="4" --> Hot dog On June 7, 2016, approximately 6 p.m., I parked at RiteAid in Ashland. It was 95 degrees. I noticed a panting dog in a parked car in direct sunlight with windows cracked 1-2 inches. I immediately called the Ashland Police Department. I went into RiteAid and made an announcement. I went outside 15 minutes later and called the PD again and pleaded that they hurry as this dog could die. I was asked my birth date! I argued that this was irrelevant. Finally, officers arrived after 40 minutes of this dog confined in the hot car in direct sunlight. They did not cite the owners, who arrived shortly afterward. The officers said they wanted to use this as an educational opportunity. JCC 6.612.09(d)(3) states that it is unlawful to confine animals in a car under conditions that may endanger the health or well-being of the animal, including but not limited to dangerous temperature, etc. The officers told me the dog was not in distress despite panting in the hot car under direct sunlight at 95 degrees for approximately 40 minutes. Unbelievable! Officers. Please do your job. My homeowner taxes pay your salary to prevent animal neglect. Lisa A. Frost Ashland What's the difference? In your editorial of June 10, you come down pretty hard on former Sheriff Gil Gilbertson and others in law enforcement. You claim "they do not have the power to pick and choose which laws they will follow." It seems to me that Kate Brown and the state of Oregon are doing the same thing. The cultivation, selling and possession of marijuana is in violation of federal law. And yet they are allowing it. How, please tell me, is this any different? Richard Cody Applegate Thanks for support Soroptimist International North Valley extends sincere appreciation to those who helped make our 14th annual 2016 Garden Tour, held May 21, a success. Garden hosts, advertisers, donors, attendees, committee members and volunteers generously gave time and resources. Attendees toured enchanted outdoor spaces envisioned and nurtured in our beautiful valley. All proceeds from this event support local and global projects designed to improve the lives of girls and women. Gender equality, empowerment, education, diversity and fellowship are key goals. It's not too early to become involved in the 2017 May/June SINV Garden Tour. If you would be willing to share the splendor of your garden next year, or know someone who would be, please send your contact information to [email protected]. One of members will be happy to contact you; we are always seeking new gardens! Liability insurance and event-day supervision for your property are provided. Geni Moots Plotnick and Garden Committee Chairs Cheri Curtis, Peggy Jahnke and Judy Brown MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jun. 14, 2016 @ 12:01 am » Comment or view comments Terms of Service /* $( document ).ready(function() { // Jquery mobile is trying to style the button and leaving a blank gry button on top of a white button $("#viafouracoms .vf-comment-controls li.vf-right").html(' Submit '); });*/ » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. 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