Editor,
With regard to the discussion about the election of the Charter Review Committee members on November 8th, I would like to suggest that we not elect former freeholders to the committee. I worry that new members might be tempted to defer to the opinions of the original committee members. At the same time I worry that former freeholders might feel protective of the decisions that were made in the past.
The new committee will have the notes of discussions and interviews that took place during the Charter formation period. They could also interview any former freeholders, if they want to. But an all-new committee will bring fresh ideas based on the experience of the last 6 years and no baggage with them.
Sincerely,
Sarah Crosby
San Juan Island
