What Plan-boulder County stands for

Iread with amusement the commentary by Ed Byrne in the recent edition of the Camera (“Boulder must continue to evolve,” May 5).

Mr. Byrne employs the “straw man” argument — first exaggerate or misrepresent a position by someone, in this case Plan-boulder County, and then attack the position as if it really was PLAN-BOULder’s.

I suggest you go to PLAN’S website to see for yourself what their positions on the issues really are.

Here’s a quote: “Our vision is of a largely open, undeveloped and scenic Boulder County that coexists in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem. This includes vibrant, compact, self-contained communities, each with its own distinct identity. We support agricultural land preserved as working farms and important habitats conserved for wildlife and native flora. Within the City of Boulder and neighboring towns, we envision community-driven development and transportation planning that minimizes greenhouse gas emissions and promotes strong and welcoming neighborhoods. We foster diversity and inclusivity by supporting the preservation and creation of ample affordable housing and small businesses, and by promoting good governance.”

Seems quite a bit different than a slow/ no growth, no density anywhere group.

What Mr. Byrne proposes — walkable neighborhoods that are primarily self-sufficient, allowing residents to work and play where they live — while laudable, is

Apple Store staff and Boulder police help stop fraudulent use of card

Thanks to the quick responses and help from John and Kate earlier this month at the 29th Street Apple Store and to Stacy, Sara, Officer Dominguez and others at the Boulder Police Department, the fraudulent use of my stolen credit card information was quickly stopped.