A recent letter about Paul Black contained only vague platitudes such as “believes in sustainable development, appreciates clean air and water,” and mentioned his property a lot.

Guys, what do statements like this really say with substance?

Paul Black is a one-issue guy. One letter ended by asserting that local government works against La Plata County residents. Really?

I feel these form letter responses are urged by possible suspect developers.

On the other hand, Commissioner Matt Salka loves action:

Built a water station dock in Marvel when people had failed for years before him. Received $70 million for expansion of broadband when others said “too complicated.” Services are being installed up Florida Road as we speak, thanks to Matt.Addressing workforce housing in Ignacio, Rock Creek and Bayfield.Weather antenna, road repair enhancements, public health department transition, etc.

Matt Salka has only been commissioner for four years, and 250 words limits me from listing even more accomplishments. This is what I call fantastic, unlike the empty platitudes that describe Paul Black. County commissioners answer to all types of residents here, not just multiple acre landowners who seem bothered by regulations. I lived in a place where regulations were weak and a large dog kennel suddenly appeared across the road – dogs barking day and night.

Why trade fantastic Matt Salka action for Paul Black zero experience?

Single issue Paul Black will serve only a few instead of the all. Please vote wisely.

Barbara J. Day

Durango