We are having elections to the Peninsula Community Planning Board (PCPB) in March and one of the requirements to qualify is to have attended one regular board meeting (go to www.pcpb.net for details). Unfortunately, many people have become cynical regarding the political arena and the people involved. The PCPB is comprised of intelligent, reasonable and concerned community members whose expertise spans the areas of architecture, planning, law, mediation/arbitration, business, historic preservation and communication. The diversity of backgrounds lends to intelligent, reasoned and sometimes lively discussions. If you have not attended a meeting, please come to our Jan. 19 or Feb. 16 board meeting. You will leave with a positive view of the PCPB and hopefully consider putting your name in for the March election. Helen Kinnaird PCPB Chairwoman