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Author: Bill Hudson

Bill Hudson began sharing his opinions in the Pagosa Daily Post in 2004 and can't seem to break the habit. He claims that, in Pagosa Springs, opinions are like pickup trucks: everybody has one.
EDITORIAL: Colorado Legislature to Convene for 'Special Session'

EDITORIAL: Colorado Legislature to Convene for ‘Special Session’

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Bill Hudson

This will be the third special session in as many years…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Four

EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Four

Posted on August 6, 2025August 6, 2025 by Bill Hudson

The ‘Wastewater Capital Investment Fee’ (CIF) for a new home hooking into the PAWSD sewer system is currently $15,697…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Three

EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Three

Posted on August 5, 2025August 6, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Acting — which is, after all, a form of storytelling — typically occurs in a collaborative atmosphere…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Two

EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Two

Posted on August 4, 2025August 5, 2025 by Bill Hudson

So, a few words from Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) customers, and a few words from actor Harrison Ford,,,

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part One

EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part One

Posted on August 1, 2025August 8, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Another group of people who dedicate their careers to telling ‘stories’ about our society are movie actors…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: Public Surveys, as a Recreational Activity

EDITORIAL: Public Surveys, as a Recreational Activity

Posted on July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Fast forward to 2025, and we find data being collected and analyzed by people who are not, by any stretch of the imagination, statisticians…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part Two

EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part Two

Posted on July 30, 2025July 30, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Attorney Ingalls seems to be saying that old promises and resolutions may not be the final word on road maintenance…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part One

EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part One

Posted on July 29, 2025July 30, 2025 by Bill Hudson

All of these [paving projects] were done in three months… our season starts essentially in May, so… it’s a lot to get done in three months…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Eight

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Eight

Posted on July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Now Ms. Flowers has resigned, and County Building Official Tony Medved has also resigned. These are not the only resignations to take place over the past two years…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC 'Listening Session', Part Two

EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC ‘Listening Session’, Part Two

Posted on July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Commissioner Medina expressed an openness in splitting any additional revenues between housing and roads…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Seven

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Seven

Posted on July 25, 2025July 28, 2025 by Bill Hudson

“Well, you owe [Jack] an apology if you go that direction. We don’t need speculation, Bill. We need facts!…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC 'Listening Session', Part One

EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC ‘Listening Session’, Part One

Posted on July 25, 2025July 28, 2025 by Bill Hudson

The County cannot charge “7.9%”.  The maximum allowed under state law is 6%. Commissioner Medina had to correct her fellow commissioner…

Posted in Opinion/Letters

‘Celebrate Colorado’ Starts Today, July 25, and Runs Through August 3

Posted on July 25, 2025July 25, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Colorado Governor Jared Polis sent out the following announcement in this week’s official newsletter…

Posted in Arts/Entertainment
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Six

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Six

Posted on July 24, 2025July 25, 2025 by Bill Hudson

“I referred to ‘friends’ and ‘pals’ in my resignation letter. But sometimes it’s just whatever person has called the Commissioner…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Five

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Five

Posted on July 23, 2025July 24, 2025 by Bill Hudson

Ms. Flowers referred to her years working with former Archuleta County Commissioners Ronnie Maez and Alvin Schaaf…

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Four

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Four

Posted on July 22, 2025August 4, 2025 by Bill Hudson

“[Development Services] was my department, and everything everybody did was at my direction. If you’re upset with one of my staff, you’re actually upset with me…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Three

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Three

Posted on July 21, 2025July 22, 2025 by Bill Hudson

“Instead of acting with courage to protect the County, you have chosen to belittle, attack, and demonize your employees for doing the difficult work…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
County Commissioners to Host Lodgers Tax 'Listening Session' This Wednesday, July 23

County Commissioners to Host Lodgers Tax ‘Listening Session’ This Wednesday, July 23

Posted on July 21, 2025July 21, 2025 by Bill Hudson

The stated purpose of the listening session: to hear ideas from the public about a possible increase to the County Lodgers tax, and where the resulting additional revenues might be used…

Posted in Community
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Two

EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Two

Posted on July 18, 2025July 21, 2025 by Bill Hudson

“This is why we focus on following the rules explicitly. This way, we avoid being arbitrary and ensure we treat every person equally…”

Posted in Opinion/Letters
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