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Guest Opinion: Is CAO Update an EcoDog?
By Royce Meyerott The majority of islanders who I know are honest, thoughtful, and very community oriented. All really care about the pristine islands that we inhabit and would do almost anything to preserve them
Guest Column: Almost 100,000 Comments Ask for Broad Look at Coal Export Terminal
From the Friends of the San Juans Voices from across the county, state, and country have weighed in on the “cradle to grave” impacts of coal export. The public comment period for the Gateway
Letter to the Editor: Ayers Brings Problem-Solving to the Table
Editor: Greg Ayers will bring a wealth of practical problem solving business experience to the San Juan County Council. In 2011 he was asked to serve on the White House Business Council. Greg has since
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Demonstrates Ability to Work with Others
I am very concerned about the difficulty Orcas will have electing the person of our choice for County Council. If Orcas voters do not come out VERY strong for a single candidate, the Lopez and
Letter to the Editor: Byers is Principled Negotiator
Editor: We are writing this letter in support of Lisa Byers for San Juan County Council. We are fortunate to have such a candidate. She is strong and principled, yet an effective negotiator. What’s more, she
Letter to the Editor: Planned Community Conversations Ill-advised
(Note: At the January 8, 2013 and December 18, 2012 County Council meetings, Interim County Manager Bob Jean presented memos regarding the proposed schedule and budget for a series of Community Conversations to be
Letter to the Editor: Ayers Has Best Approach to Government
Dear Editor, We have 3 candidates from Orcas running for County Council. Which one has a better method to run government? Of the 3, Greg Ayers has, by far, the best approach. His methods are
Letter to the Editor: Jarman Understands Issues and Getting Things Done
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Bob Jarman is a good choice for our Families and our Future. We endorse Bob and hope you will as well. We have known Bob since we first came to the
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Supports County Economy & Rural Character
Greetings, This is a brief note to urge you to consider Lovel Pratt's candidacy when casting your vote in the February 12th, 2013 primary. Ballots will be mailed on January 25 and we would like
Letter to the Editor: Jarman Shows Independent Thinking
I am voting for Bob Jarman for County Council, District 1. With over 35 years of residency in San Juan County, Bob is the most qualified of all the candidates to represent us on the
Guest Column: Coal Beyond Cherry Point, Teach the New Cool
By Joe Symons When I say no to a coal export terminal, I am saying no to a way of life that I have grown familiar, even comfortable with. I am saying no to an
Letter to the Editor: Hughes’ Moderation and Approachability an Asset to Community
It is my sincere opinion that Rich Hughes is the best candidate for County Council. Over the past 40+ years I have come to know the Hughes family quite well. Rick’s Uncle maintained the Doe
Council Candidates Field Questions at League of Women Voters’ San Juan Forum
Orcas Council Candidates, from left, Rick Hughes, Lisa Byers and Greg Ayers Updated Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. By Margie Doyle Candidates for Orcas and San Juan Island Council positions presented their
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Demonstrates Fairness, Transparency and Excellence
Dear Editor, I watched online or attended every Council and public meeting as the San Juan County Council deliberated for months about awarding the solid waste contract for Orcas. Lovel Pratt’s work as a Council
Letter to the Editor: Byers Fosters Enlightened Views
To The Editor: I write to recommend Lisa Byers who is seeking office #2 on the County Council. I think she is an outstanding candidate for that office who will serve the public well. I
