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In honor of Memorial Day, I am reminded of the contributions and sacrifices made by three local veterans. Although Memorial Day recognizes veterans who have passed away – either during military service or later in life – I'm going to include a living veteran who has more than earned our appreciation for his service and sacrifice for our country. First, I want to talk about the Veterans Memorial, which is part of the newly renovated Ainsworth Park. The memorial is the result of several years of...
Per request of the mayor on behalf of the city, I am reminding you that I am speaking only for myself, not for the city, not for the mayor, and not for other council members. In order to keep myself out of potential hot water, and to keep others comfortable with what I am doing, I’m now and in the future writing these pieces solely as a private citizen, who, because of several years' attendance at council meetings previously as a private citizen, understand quite a bit about city administration. I’m a “communicator” and think systems work be...
If you read my previous article explaining the purpose of a city council, you probably know more about the council than you were wanting. There must be some of you scratching your head and wondering how I became one of the representatives for Ward 3, because hard as you try, you don’t remember voting for me. Surprise! You didn’t. Not a single person in Ward 3 voted for me. However, since no one in Ward 3 ran against me, the council approved me as the representative “by acclamation.” That’s what happens when residents don’t get involved in...
Within the next few weeks an order will be placed for engraving of bricks honoring military veterans, which will be embedded at the Veteran’s Memorial on Ainsworth Field. If you haven’t yet purchased a brick for yourself, a family member, or a cherished friend, now is the time. Sanders County is so fortunate to have such a dignified and lovely memorial. What makes it extra special and meaningful are the engraved bricks honoring veterans through the generations for their service to this great country. Please don’t miss the opportunity for recog...
