(Re: "Polk hits pothole," Stew's Views, Oct. 5.) The issue of a Boulder City Council member's arrest for marijuana possession and driving under the influence brings several important points to the forefront.

Firstly, no one should drive while under the influence of a substance, which can alter your perceptions. Even if some people can "maintain," as Stewart suggests, under the influence, these laws must be abided by-for the overall safety of our community and society as a whole.

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