“So I’m glad that we are finally taking steps to remedy some of these issues…”
Category: Opinion/Letters
EDITORIAL: Colorado Legislature to Convene for ‘Special Session’
This will be the third special session in as many years…
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Four
The ‘Wastewater Capital Investment Fee’ (CIF) for a new home hooking into the PAWSD sewer system is currently $15,697…
OPINION: Seizing The Global Momentum For A Two-State Solution
It is hard to exaggerate the indispensable role that the US must play to bring about a solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict…
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Three
Acting — which is, after all, a form of storytelling — typically occurs in a collaborative atmosphere…
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part Two
So, a few words from Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD) customers, and a few words from actor Harrison Ford,,,
EDITORIAL: A Few Words from Harrison Ford, Part One
Another group of people who dedicate their careers to telling ‘stories’ about our society are movie actors…
EDITORIAL: Public Surveys, as a Recreational Activity
Fast forward to 2025, and we find data being collected and analyzed by people who are not, by any stretch of the imagination, statisticians…
OPINION: The Deafening Silence of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee
A growing number of Jews around the world have become increasingly appalled by the Netanyahu government’s war crimes in Gaza…
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part Two
Attorney Ingalls seems to be saying that old promises and resolutions may not be the final word on road maintenance…
EDITORIAL: The Truth About County Road & Bridge, Part One
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…”
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Eight
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…
EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC ‘Listening Session’, Part Two
Commissioner Medina expressed an openness in splitting any additional revenues between housing and roads…
SAVE THE COLORADO: Chaos and Confusion at the Negotiating Table
The chaos and confusion — all approaching calamity — intensifies on the Colorado River…
OPINION: French-Saudi UN Initiative Awakens the International Community
Hamas’ savage October 2023 attack and Israel’s horrific war of retaliation have reignited the call for a two-state solution…
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Seven
“Well, you owe [Jack] an apology if you go that direction. We don’t need speculation, Bill. We need facts!…”
EDITORIAL: Disappointing Numbers at a BOCC ‘Listening Session’, Part One
The County cannot charge “7.9%”. The maximum allowed under state law is 6%. Commissioner Medina had to correct her fellow commissioner…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Seeking Justice For Epstein’s Alleged Victims
I thank those risking their careers to uncover the truth…
EDITORIAL: A Resignation at County Development Services, Part Six
“I referred to ‘friends’ and ‘pals’ in my resignation letter. But sometimes it’s just whatever person has called the Commissioner…”
