Just 16 years ago, I watched Ralph Nader on television criticizing both Bush and Gore. He said there was no difference between them. A lot of good people voted for…
We have a pair of county commissioners who are doing a great job. They have serious challenges considering that we have a very low tax rate. Nevertheless, we do have…
Her opponent proudly advertises “he’s never been involved in politics before” and “wants to do his part to make things better.” I expect he wants to “Make America Great Again”…
Phased in over four years, small businesses like mine will have time to adjust and adapt. I want our employees to be able to afford rent, mortgages, groceries and what…
Unfortunately, in Colorado we do not have the option of “multiple minimum wage zones” due to Colorado Senate Bill 99-014, which prohibits municipalities from setting their own minimum wage. Because…
The county should be more concerned about safety, rather than comfort only. If you talk to experienced commercial airline pilots, they would attest to the dangers of flying into the…
Back in 2012, there were hints and signs that our oil and gas revenue would decline in the next few years. Our current commissioners acknowledged in their campaign that they…
By any measure of merit, the Durango-La Plata County Airport and associated infrastructure is more indicative of a mid-20th Century Third World facility than one designed to attract air carriers…
Clinton lied to us. The release of her emails enforces the extent Clinton and her close alliances will go in their quest for the White House. Be informed, review the…
Raising my wage would help us afford the basics of life, such as food and rent. We are currently on WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children)…
A 2012 study in Psychological Science found that children growing up in poverty experience increased “allostatic load,” a biological measure of chronic stress on the body. Fortunately, research also shows…
My last cigarette was somewhere around 1964 and this tax doesn’t affect me either. But do I feel we need to punish smokers even more? Seems like people are spending…
Why would we build a new terminal that can only handle present traffic? Build for the future. Why can’t we move rental cars off site and extend the terminal and…
The county will appoint a road and bridge advisory committee to give advice on priorities, and to provide citizen oversight and accountability. As part of 1A, there is a 10-year…
I am honored to vote for Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff for county commissioner, Barbara McLachlan for our state representative, Gail Schwartz for the U.S. House and Hillary Clinton as…
That’s enough for me. I’m voting for Gail Schwartz for Congress. I’m voting for Barbara McLachlan for the Colorado Legislature. Your vote counts. Sweetie Marbury Durango
Lachelt took an effective leading role during the Gold King Mine disaster.Lachelt did not charge the county for her two trips to Washington, D.C. when testifying in support of the…
I have yet to see a debate where the candidates actually answered the questions, put forth their policies, let you know unequivocally where they stood on important issues. We are…
Julie Holligan Westendorff, in particular, has shown invaluable leadership and consensus building skills in her term as a La Plata County commissioner. Her diverse background as a Bayfield magistrate, attorney,…
At this stage of the election, after having political mailers stuffed into our mail boxes for months and months, the only people appreciating these subtleties are the workers at Transit…
Southwest Colorado is a world-class destination for outdoor recreation for one reason: open public access to abundant public lands. It could hardly be simpler. If we want to hunt, we…
Lachelt and Westendorff are seeking re-election and are well known for the excellent work they have done for La Plata County. They have received national recognition for their efforts to…
Scott Tipton is well aware of and supports using public lands for the benefit of all, and is protective against assaults on our land and water. Especially those of us…
She has taken a serious interest in the nuts and bolts for our county and has been willing to take a leadership role on so many efforts. Her leadership has…
Votes for Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff assure us of continued high quality and experienced management of La Plata County. The Western Slope also needs Barbara McLachlan’s intelligence and organizational…
Things have gotten a lot better with the current commissioners. Thanks to the efforts of Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff, the comprehensive plan is moving forward again and may finally…
I found the debate to be something of a mismatch, however. The incumbents, Gwen Lachelt and Julie Westendorff, were able to clearly explain a variety of complex challenges facing the…
‘To Make the Best Better” is the 4-H slogan, and also it is what J. Paul Brown lives by, whether it be family, business, community, church, county, state or nation.…
It all comes down to the tip credit. The tip credit in the amendment would force restaurants to pay all tipped employees (servers, food runners, expos, busers, etc.) $8.98 per…
This year’s presidential contest presents us with a choice between two horribly flawed candidates – neither of whom is qualified to be president. On one hand we have a misogynistic,…
