Letters to the Editor
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I read the levy proposals concerning the Jefferson County fire department. The proposal combining East Jefferson Fire Rescue and Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue seems like a good idea. The … more
Thud. My jaw hit the table as I listened to the League of Women Voters and heard Joe Nole confess that the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) has no strategic plan.  Instead, Nole … more
New Law in PT: No vehicular idling for more than 3 minutes to preserve our air quality for future generations and to save gas. Each day Americans create unnecessary air pollution and waste … more
Over the last two years I have had the rewarding experience of working closely with Greg Brotherton as he and other housing advocates offered a range of solutions to our affordable housing … more
Each time I go somewhere I take time to listen and ask questions to people who happen to be standing next to me in line for the vaccine or buying groceries. It’s such a delightful … more
Greg Brotherton has served this county well during his first term as a county commissioner. His energetic dedication and commitment to the diverse needs of the people in our county is an important … more
According to the Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs (WASPC), “The purpose of law enforcement agency [LEA] accreditation is to professionalize the law enforcement industry by … more
Greg Brotherton knows how to make democracy at the local level work.   When the COVID pandemic exacerbated the homeless problem and large numbers of unsheltered individuals occupied the … more
I am supporting Marcia Kelbon for Jefferson County Commissioner District 3.   On the local level I vote for the best candidate and clearly Marcia is an exceptional candidate. She has been … more
I thank County Commissioner Greg Brotherton (District 3) for his patient and ultimately successful effort to move the large encampment of homeless people at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds to a more … more
I read with amusement the “Live life to the fullest ...” a “famed quote” attributed to Einstein used to inspire works of art at the Northwind Gallery. I doubt that Albert … more
Eighty-year-old Ms. Jaman got off easy in her swimming pool incident.  Would I, an 80-year old man, have been treated so kindly?  If I had had concerns about a person’s … more
Who are “they”? As we continue to call each other names, who are they? Those who we call out as Nazis? Those who we label as “anti-trans” or … more
Julie Jaman is a friend of mine. I’ve known her for more than 40 years so I know a thing or two about her. Julie takes citizenship seriously. On community issues, she investigates all the … more
The Navy League has widely propagandized its rosy notions about the EA-18G Growlers stationed at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. The league’s missives are an undisguised attempt to undermine … more
Greg Brotherton has served this county well during his first term as a county commissioner. His energetic dedication and commitment to the diverse needs of the people in our county is an important … more
According to the Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs (WASPC), “The purpose of law enforcement agency [LEA] accreditation is to professionalize the law enforcement industry by … more
Greg Brotherton has outstanding qualifications to serve as the county commissioner representing District 3, and a proven track record that supports re-election.  He knows the district well, … more
It’s exciting to see the JUMP! playground at HJ Carroll take shape as the result of a wide community effort and collaboration with Jefferson County. The entire JUMP! committee with … more
I was out of town when the whole “let Julie swim demonstration” happened, so I read the article in the Leader and did a Google search for other coverage. The top search result on … more
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