To the editor:

I read the article on Dec. 25 about the boy wanting an ice-skating rink in Lawrence, so his parents wouldn’t be driving him to other locations to skate. I thought it was admirable for him to speak up. The article mentioned his father, employed by Landplan Engineering, was helping to promote the idea. If Landplan Engineering donated its time/expenses for designing a skating rink, that would be great. If an ice rink is necessary to meet the needs of the small group of people who would consistently use it, initiate a building fund drive to pay for construction and operation. I am sure businesses, who would profit from an ice rink, and skating supporters, would be enthusiastic about donating money and getting a tax deduction, too.

A letter to the editor on Dec. 29 stated a teen wanted a skating rink because he wants a place to have fun, play games, watch movies, talk with friends, and is tired of being kicked out of other places. I didn’t see the words “because I enjoy skating.” Helping with housework/yardwork and giving mom and dad a break would prevent boredom. What happened to that mountain of homework we keep hearing about?

Another cost-effective solution would be for the family to move closer to the skating rink so he can pursue his sport. The T and Eagle Bend have never operated in the black. Lawrence taxpayers don’t need another great financial drain. Ever noticed the number of foreclosed homes listed in the paper?

Betty Henderson,

Lawrence