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Editorial: Honor War Veterans with “The Welcome”
Veterans Day began in November, 1918 as Armistice Day, the laying down of weapons, or arms, following World War I. It particularly honors war veterans, those who have served in the military in battle zones.
Letter to the Editor: Support Moana Kutsche for Charter Review Commission
Please join me in support of Moana Kutsche as our future Charter Review Commissioner. I have known Moana for almost a decade and whenever we discuss local issues I have been quite impressed with her
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Letter to the Editor: Implications of “No” Vote on Waste Proposition
To the Editor: I live on Waldron, and in spite of the low level of solid waste services available here, I strongly support the solid waste parcel fee. Whether or not the County contracts for
Letter to the Editor: Adams Cites Need for Water, Environment, Taxpayer Protection
I would have no reason for running for the position of Sewer Commissioner if I didn't think there were real problems that need to be addressed. I am concerned about these problems. This is my
Guest Editorial: Why the Exchange Supports Proposition 2 (and why we think you should too)
By The Exchange Board of Directors It's not because we think it's the best solution to our county’s solid waste program. It's because its the best choice being offered. First of all, let’s recognize that
Letter to the Editor: Land Bank Preserves Natural Treasure
Our Land Bank is just such a wonderful institution! It has preserved treasures such as Turtleback Mountain, Watmough Bight and Deadman Bay, providing incomparable recreation and inspiring scenic views in perpetuity. It is difficult to
Letter to the Editor: Waste Fee Unfair to Businesses
The county of San Juan has proven it cannot manage solid waste or the waste of our money. A YES vote cost all residential users more per year, but it will hit businesses much
Letter to the Editor: Vote No on Land Bank for Fiscal Responsibility
Dear Editor, Why is the land bank asking for a renewal this year when their funding does not expire for another two years? That is right 2014! Voting no in this upcoming election does not mean
Editorial: Vote for Government that Works
The local and national mood seems to say two things: 1) Status quo (the Establishment) doesn’t work 2) Try something new Further, it seems that perspective is all-important when making these observations. 1) What
Guest Column: Buffers Protect from Local Pollution
In a recent letter, Dr. David Hyde asserts that much of the water moving through and around the San Juans come from Canada. He is correct; most of our marine waters come from Canada not Puget
Letter to the Editor: Sauer Responds
I was hoping the campaign for Commissioner of Eastsound Sewer & Water District Position 5 (the position I have held since 2009) would be an honest evaluation of the District’s current and future needs as
Letter to the Editor: Control Recycling by Voting No
Dear Citizens, Vote “NO” on the solid waste parcel user charge. Help our citizens control recycling in a meaningful and sustainable manner. Co-mingled recycling is the direction the County continues to go, so say "NO". • Voting
Guest Opinion: Some Thoughts for the Proposition Two Opposition
By Steve Garrison Badly managed and governed – True, it could have been better managed and personnel costs appear excessive. However, the solution might be better management, not throwing it over. Two to three times
Guest Column: Sea Level Rise Mapping for San Juan County
By Tina Whitman Scientist, Friends of the San Juans Do you ever wonder what areas on your island are going to be flooded first when the sea level rises? To help answer this question Friends
