I always think it is interesting how many people have an opinion about something even when it does not affect them personally. I am referring to the Dingmann Funeral Home that has been trying to locate in our neighborhood for the last five years.Why do people feel they have a right to tell you what should be in your neighborhood? Some people would not want a funeral home in their neighborhood, but they have no problem with it being in mine.There was an article in the Nov. 9, 2000, issue of the Star Herald that quoted Gary Verkinnes (who bought the land from the school district) saying, "Several city officials led me to that property. In fact, said it would be a great spot for a funeral home." And did I mention that it wasn’t zoned for a funeral home at the time this all started? So let’s work that into our $50,000 Comprehensive Plan, call it good and tell the neighbors we’re moving in! The whole thing started under the table and the outcome is a result of this. They wanted it, kept at it and got what they wanted.Jeane LeslieLuverne