Comment: ‘The HCPS school budget is already ridiculously high.’

Readers took their opinions to Howard County Patch sites this week, flocking most to stories about ,  , and whether when it comes to Columbia in 2012.

"Snow was fine when I was a kid and Mommy made sure I was dressed all warm and school was closed and all of that. Now, after the first moments of beauty, it's just a hassle!" — Hillary Anne Kotler

“The HCPS budget is already ridiculously high for our population of over 800,000, but Ray is going to cry about school lunch expenses and the number of homeless in the county. Puhlease don't get me started. When I was out of work for almost 2 years, I did not see the county helping me with a reduction in taxes or school costs or anything whatsoever.” – Adam Ritter

“I think every grocery store better be worried about the new kid on the block. In a year, Wegmans will worry about Whole Foods moving in.” – Peter Monaghan

“Another nightmare of crime. A move to opportunity in Howard County! The Baltimore criminals are having a great time thanks to our Howard County elected leadership.” - HMJ