The Front Gate Project: A Beautiful Facade, But at What Cost?

The upgraded front gate of Bell Canyon certainly brought a fresh, modern look to our community—something many of us welcomed with pride. However, behind the sleek exterior lies a troubling question: Why did such a relatively small structure, like a guard room, cost so much money?

This project, while visually impressive, marked the beginning of what many believe to be a pattern of financial mismanagement and unchecked authority. 

This wasn't just an isolated overspend—it was a red flag. The kind of red flag that signals the start of deeper issues: poor oversight, inflated expenses, and perhaps even a misuse of the trust placed in leadership. For those who have watched closely, the gatehouse became more than a structure—it became a symbol of how easily power, if left unchallenged, can drift from stewardship to self-interest.

It’s time we ask harder questions and demand real transparency. Because while beauty can enhance a community, integrity is what sustains it.