To the editor:

I was so disappointed the referendum regarding the additional police personnel didn’t pass. I felt it would be an overwhelming vote in favor. I understand it was a matter of additional cost for fixed income people, but I fail to understand why one cup of coffee per month ($6.50) is going to disrupt their finances that much.

The F.D. Police Department responds to over 30,000 calls per year. That is nearly 50 plus per day and these are printed in The Messenger every day – i.e., shots fired, out of control person, welfare checks, fights, person with firearms, etc. To get a taste of this one only needs to drive down (or walk, not recommended) Central Avenue after midnight.

To Chief Quinn and 40 police personnel, thank you for being there, protecting us and your service to the F.D. community. It’s unfortunate the community wasn’t there for you. Support the blue, be safe out there and God bless.

Steven Rozek

Fort Dodge