As happens every election cycle, I can only scoff at the disregard for public safety shown by almost every candidate.
The placement of election signs at intersections, roundabouts and highway on/off ramps is totally baffling. These areas have a higher-than-average risk factor where driver inattention could make a huge difference in someone鈥檚 life.
Lawmakers at all levels usually do their best to lessen the impact of distracted driving, but they seem happy to ignore the problem when trying to draw my eye off the roadway toward their message. I can only conclude these candidates care less about public safety than they do about being elected.
I understand the need for name recognition in local elections, but I think there should be strict rules about appropriate placement where there are just inches between drivers and their surrounding hazards.
Steve Ireland
Denman Island
