And most importantly, we should honor and protect the free market system. The Oaks Shopping Center is privately owned and the owners have the right to lease their property to any establishment they feel is appropriate, providing they meet the requirements of their use permit, i.e., traffic, noise and hours of operation. The management of Andronico's and the management of the Oaks Center have worked diligently to satisfy any of those concerns. Bill Jones President, Cupertino Chamber of Commerce Mountain bikes deserve equal access Thanks for your May 31 article on the local trail access issue. The natural resources of the West Valley are significant.
Local parks contribute to the economic and emotional health of the region.
As a resident of Cupertino since 1971, it has always been a pleasure to know that the hills were nearby, whether or not I had the time explore them. Over the last two decades an efficient method of trail travel, the mountain bike, has gained an enormous popularity. This 75 percent majority of pro-mountain bike trail access advocates represents a legitimate group of trail users. The people who choose to ride mountain bikes come from all walks of life, income levels, and persuasions. They are not the stereotypes depicted in the laughable De Cinzo cartoon.