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County seeks input to define its role, guide spending
Jan 30 2013, 11:21 AM The first three meetings are scheduled for Feb. 5 at the Orcas Fire Hall, Feb. 6 at the Friday Harbor High School Commons, and Feb. 7 at the Lopez Arts Center. All three start at 6 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. The full schedule is printed in a special insert in the Jan. 30 Journal.
A good step for in-betweeners: ’Meatless Monday’ | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 10:49 AM We have fallen, unfortunately, into a two-party system in regards to vegetarianism: either you’re in, or you’re out. But that is not the case. You can be an in-betweener.
Cast your ballots for Bob, he get things done | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 10:53 AM Bob knows and understands the issues and he has a proven record for getting things done. We believe he will insist on solutions that are based on facts, rather than opinions.
An effective island advocate; Pratt for council | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 10:59 AM Lovel Pratt corresponded extensively with the governor’s office and she reached out to the three lead agencies, advocating that a scoping meeting be held in the San Juan Islands. She drafted the comment letters that were approved and submitted by the county council.
Best candidate then, and now; Forlenza for council | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 11:02 AM There is a reason Marc won a seat on the council in the November election: He was the best qualified candidate. He remains the best qualified candidate running in the upcoming election.
Intelligent, effective, efficient; Byers for council | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 11:10 AM We are fortunate to have such a candidate. She is strong and principled, yet an effective negotiator. What’s more, she is an administrator with an impressive track record.
Business background brings benefits; Ayers for council | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 11:15 AM Greg Ayers is the candidate with the best approach to running our county government. He understands the concept of providing quality services on tight budgets.
Council chooses poor time for big 'chat' | Letters
Jan 30 2013, 11:18 AM The sitting 6-member County Council is actually a “caretaker” body. They will be out of office within four months, so any priorities they set will certainly not be binding on the new council.
40th District legislators to host telephone 'Town Hall'
Jan 31 2013, 8:50 AM Islanders can listen to and ask questions of Representatives Kristine Lytton and Jeff Morris, and state Sen. Kevin Ranker, as part of a telephone Town Hall, Thursday, Jan. 31, beginning at 6 p.m. To participate, just pick up the phone and follow the prompts when Morris calls shortly before 6 p.m.
Medical center offers more, not less | Guest Column
Nancy Steiger   - Contributed photo Jan 31 2013, 4:53 PM PeaceHealth policy: patient, doctor decide in matters of reproductive services