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If true as alleged (Letters, Rappahannock News, 01-10-01), your constituents witnessed a "suspect decision" when the change was made for representative from Hampton District to the Planning Commission. Such decisions without explanation as to what and why can lead to a citizenry distrust of other actions which you collectively make.
Elected officials decide only citizens' business. It is expected that appropriate reasons along with information accompany the act. Also, listening and acknowledging citizen's comments about a pending act should be followed by consideration of what was presented before you precede to decide. Apparently,
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