May 3, 2011
Letters to the Editor for May 3
C-TRAN issues should be discussed openly The Post-Record story of April 5, "Camas and Washougal councils weigh in on C-TRAN measures" highlighted the need for more open local government.
C-TRAN issues should be discussed openly The Post-Record story of April 5, "Camas and Washougal councils weigh in on C-TRAN measures" highlighted the need for more open local government.
Confused about EMS problems I'm totally confused here; Washougal residents are currently paying for emergency medical services through our taxes. Now because of mismanagement they want us to bail them out for the tune of $150,000 up front to help offset their budget deficit. What are we, the end of the rainbow? Can Washougal really afford this?
Washougal council members need to be held responsible I attended the Washougal City Council meeting on Monday, April 4. Events that ensued during the course of the meeting strongly compelled me to write this editorial. Although not everybody might have the complete background on issues presented, I hope to generate more public interest in attending meetings and holding council members responsible for their actions.
Vote on light rail in 2011 On Sept. 14, 2010, C-TRAN passed a motion to put a ballot measure on the Nov. 8, 2011, general election with two questions: 1) A two-tenths percent sales tax hike to fund bus and para-transit. 2) A one-tenth percent sales tax hike to fund operations of light rail as part of the Columbia River Crossing Project and the Capital and Operations cost of Fourth Plain Bus Rapid Transit.
Alcohol advertising is damaging to minors In recent years, numerous studies have proven that alcohol advertising causes minors to consume alcohol. Alcohol companies still spend billions of dollars in advertising their products that are statistically shown to be seen by minors.
BPA should 'do the right thing' BPA appears to take the position that since they have an existing right-of-way they can do anything on it with impunity no matter how it affects the community.
Thankful for downtown events I have not done a good job of expressing my appreciation for events held in downtown Camas. Ms. Spencer's letter (March 8) helped me realize how much I take for granted.
Port commissioners are working hard We should be grateful for the outstanding service that our three port commissioners have exhibited.
Commissioners can improve airport Commissioner Bill Ward stated at a Feb. 15 Port meeting he doesn't want to spend Federal Aviation Administration Trust Fund money for safety improvements to Grove because he believes it's an expenditure for a special interest to benefit few.
Keep plant fair downtown The Mother's Day Plant and Garden Fair will not be held in downtown this year and downtown merchants and community members are shocked and saddened.
