Has Jed Clampett just arrived in Somerville?

The recent spate of oil leaks on city property should raise concerns in every corner of the city. From the oil leak in the high school to the one in the DPW yard Thursday, this issue should be addressed by more than just the tree-hugging, Mystic Viewing crowd.

The most important question to ask is, what will city leaders do to keep us safe? On the plus side, the high school leak was handled quickly and admirably.

On the negative side, City Hall failed to admit their knowledge of seven abandoned oil tanks, including one that may still be leaking, until The Somerville News obtained proof that high-ranking officials in Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone’s administration had known of them for over three years.

City leaders must continue the quick responses they carried out for the high school and DPW yard leaks and open up information flow to the public to avoid the appearance of withholding information.