Editor: A couple of letters in your Oct. 20 and Nov. 10 issues from the defenders of the infamous Republican Club ad cited the writers’ concern and near reverence for the preservation of the right to free speech in our country. They express that concern by describing letters from those with opposite opinions about the ad as “intemperate” (evidently the “unrestrained, unbridled” definition);

Submissions in each of the following categories may be published at the discretion of the managing editor. Letters to the Editor: The maximum number of words is 250. Letters should be typed and delivered to LW Weekly by email (preferred), regular mail or hand-delivered. Letters must be of general interest to the community and may contain opinions, suggestions, compliments and complaints without being

by Jeri Dolch LW contributor I am Jeri Dolch, president of Mutual 8 and also president of Presidents’ Council. I received a request from a shareholder asking why my Mutual won’t sign a contract with Superwire, allowing it to be here in Leisure World. A little history may help shareholders understand. Spectrum has been the bulk Internet provider for many years in Leisure World. The broker

Agenda Monday, Nov. 22 10 a.m., Clubhouse 4/Zoom To view the live GRF Board meeting, go to www.lwsb.com. The tab will be active at 9:45 a.m., on the day of the meeting. The live streaming uses YouTube live and terminates at the close of the meeting. 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. President’s Announcements 4. Service Awards/Staff Commendations 5. Seal Beach City Council

Mutual residents are invited to attend the open meetings of their mutual boards.The following is a tentative schedule. Mutual 2 Thurs., Nov. 17, 9 a.m. Conf. Rm A/Zoom Mutual 11 Thurs., Nov. 17, 1:30 p.m. Conf. Rm B/Zoom Mutual 3 Fri., Nov. 18, 9 a.m. Conf. Rm A/Zoom Mutual 1 Mon., Nov. 21, 9 a.m. (rescheduled due to holiday) Conf. Rm B/Zoom Mutual 15 Mon., Nov. 21, 1 p.m. Conf.

Golden Rain Foundation committee and board meetings are open to Leisure World residents. The following is a tentative schedule. Administration Committee Thursday, Nov. 17, 1 p.m., Conference Room A/virtual Finance Committee Monday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m., Conference Room A/virtual GRF Monthly Board Meeting Tuesday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m., Clubhouse 4/virtual GRF Exec. Board Session Thursday, Dec.

The GRF Security Decal Office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon-4 p.m. The office is closed Wednesdays and Sundays, and on weekdays from noon-12:30 p.m. for lunch. It is located in Building 5 near the Copy and Supply Center. Appointments are not required. Residents must present proof of vehicle insurance, DMV vehicle registration, DMV driver’s

MENTAL HEALTH The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, can be more easily reached by calling or texting 988, or chatting on 988lifeline.org. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where people live in the U.S., they can easily access 24/7 emotional support. They do not have to be suicidal to reach out. Trained crisis

The City of Seal Beach Marine Safety Department, Public Works Department and Police Department will monitor weather conditions throughout the winter season and will respond appropriately as issues arise. Residents are encouraged to monitor the surf and weather conditions and take steps to protect themselves and their property. • Have pre-filled sandbags available for immediate use. •

The Seal Beach Police Department arrested two suspects after they allegedly stole a catalytic converter from a vehicle parked on a Seal Beach street on Nov. 2. At 9:04 a.m., police received a call from a witness who allegedly saw a suspicious subject with a saw crawling underneath a parked vehicle. Moments later, the suspect emerged from the vehicle, entered another vehicle, and fled the scene.