Arizona can enforce seat belt law without involving police

I saw on the TV news that police departments in several cities were going to enforce seat belt laws. I came up with a way to enforce the law without police intervention.

If a driver of a vehicle is involved in an accident and it is determined that the driver was not wearing a seat belt, then the at-fault driver’s auto insurance policy would not have to pay for any damage to his or her vehicle or any medical bills.

The police are stretched thin without having to enforce the legal law on seat belt use. Police could then use more radar officers to stop people traveling 15 to 30 mph above the posted speed limits.

I saw a bumper sticker on a vehicle that said, “I don’t drive slow. “I’m going the speed limit.” I wish all drivers could comply with this.

Bill Bauer, Glendale

Cheer on the nameless boys of ASU

The so-called big names haven’t worked out for Arizona State.

This new athletic director and new football coach are young men with roots at ASU. This might be a better idea.

Allow them to make their own mark and not just be a big shot looking for a stepping stone to another destiny. That’s how Frank Kush started, and he never got many big star players.

He simply developed his own.

Charles Lopresto, Phoenix

Why hold Bolles’ honor hostage?

I am appalled that, at both the state and national levels, one person can make or break a bill by getting to the vote.

Arizona state Sen. Jake Hoffman, chairman of the Senate Government Committee, sets the committee’s agenda and has stalled for two years a vote on a bill honoring a monument to investigative journalist Don Bolles.

Those of us who were around in 1976 remember the catastrophic events of June 2, 1976: a bomb planted under Mr. Bolles’ car detonated. He didn’t kill him at that time. No, it took 11 days with the amputation of both legs and one arm to avoid infections, as The Arizona Republic reported.

According to The Arizona Republic, two-thirds of the committee members could have requested to put the bill on the agenda. Members include Eva Diaz, David Farnsworth, Juan Mendez, Wendy Rogers, Janae Shamp, Priya Sundareshan and Justine Wadsack. Nobody has done it. Why not?

Don Bolles deserves a tribute. Contact your state senator to support a monument to Don Bolles.

Susan Soroka, Tempe

Warning, parents: moose are dangerous

Now that school is out and many families may be heading north to enjoy the cooler weather, it’s time to remember not to approach, taunt or chase northern Arizona wildlife, especially elk.

While this is true year-round, it is especially important during calving season, from late May to mid-June, and while adult elk care for young. There was a recent incident near Pine where parents let their four children get out of the car to approach a bull moose.

This is extremely dangerous. Moose are beautiful but can be enjoyed from a distance. They are powerful wild animals that will attack if they feel threatened.

Parents, keep your children and the moose safe!

Linda Furman, Peoria

Former YWCA leader missed

Friendship is a gift. We value it differently as time goes by. It exists in many forms.

Dana Campbell Saylor was a good friend to anyone who touched life. She adored her children, her sister, her cousin, her parents, her grandmother and her husband, Penny. She was dedicated to her faith.

Dana enjoyed nights out, traveling, and spontaneous fun. She embraced life and participated in elegant and creative ways. And Dana could have a lot of fun! She was Aphrodite and Athena rolled into one.

Deep in her soul, Dana had a passion for the neglected, the poor, and the abused. While leading the Phoenix YWCA, she saved a senior center on the west side that provided daily meals to dependent seniors.

He convinced the Veterans Administration to move male and female veterans into housing off the streets of Phoenix. She was a tireless advocate for women and single mothers, teaching them to be self-sufficient. These are just some examples.

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