As we go about our daily lives it is easy to forget we are secure today after more than 7,000 American soldiers gave their lives in the Global War on Terror.Art Smith is hoping that a few people will pitch in on Friday, May 27, starting at 8 a.m. to help place 7,000 plus crosses at Woodward Park to prepare for this year’s Memorial Weekend Commemoration.“Let’s show the Gold Star families that their loved ones will not be forgotten,” Smith said.It is expected to take until about 2 p.m. to get all of the crosses in place. Smith said any time that you can donate will be greatly appreciated. Lunch will be provided for all volunteers.You can contact Smith at apsmithjr@yahoo.com or by calling 209.482.5571.How about a9-foot high fence?How would the City of Manteca handle this code violation: The building of a 9-foot fence between homes.The San Joaquin County Planning Commission is considering a deviation application for a rural Tracy homeowner that put in a 9-foot side fence between their home and a neighbor when only a 7-foot high fence is allowed in a 40-acre minimum agricultural zone.