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How To Reach Your Legislators |
| 23rd District: State Sen. Phil Rockefeller. Office: 218 John A. Cherberg Bldg. Olympia, WA 98504. Phone: (360) 786-7644... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Patty Lent |
| “A conversation with Patty Lent” featured in your February edition should make it perfectly clear why Patty did not win a second term. Your interviewer asks: “What is your view of the results of the ruling by the Growth Management Hearings Board on the appeal filed by the Kitsap Alliance of Property Owners... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Success |
| I emailed you all last May about creating and running an ad for the sale of my business in the KPBJ. You responded the same day and after... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
NASCAR |
| My name is John Hunter and my family and I recently relocated to Kitsap County from Charlotte, NC. We purchased a home in Silverdale to be closer to my wife’s family. Presently, we have a home business called, The Logo Loft, Inc. where we provide Promotional Items, Decorated Apparel, and Awards... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
NASCAR |
| It seems that the recent news regarding the attempts to bring NASCAR into Kitsap County seem suspicious, if not sinister to say the least. Is there some reason that is possibly going on behind the scenes that the public doesn’t know... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Poulsbo City Hall |
| Approximately two years ago, construction of a new city hall on 10th Ave. in Poulsbo was about to begin. The land was available; the money was there; the required studies were completed and paid for; the Suquamish Tribe was on board; the architects were hired and the building plans were nearing acceptance. All signals were “GO”, and then the city ash-canned the whole project... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Kudos |
| I wanted to let you know that I enjoy reading the Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal... (Full Article) |
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The Last Word by Lary Coppola
Why not just open the door Josh? |
| The controversy surrounding Josh Brown’s official residence may be settled by the time you read this — but maybe not. Visiting judge, Craddock D. Verser of Jefferson County set a Feb, 5 date to hear CK resident Robert Ross’ lawsuit alleging Brown intentionally lied about his official residency and is not a resident of the district he was elected from, nor has he ever lived in the Perry Avenue apartment he listed as his residence on his declaration of candidacy... (Full Article) |
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POLITICS
Does legislature have the courage
to challenge Gregoire’s budget?
By Adele Fergusen |
| Will wonders never cease? Can it possibly be true in this blue blue state out here on the Left Coast that most of the daily newspapers have forsaken their endorsement of all things Gregoire to proclaim that Queen Christine’s proposed budget for 2007-2009 is too high... (Full Article) |
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A conversation with Patty Lent
By Lary Coppola |
| By now, it’s no secret that Patty Lent lost her county commission seat when Jack Hamilton opposed her in the Republican primary. Josh Brown then beat Hamilton. Up until the primary, the conventional wisdom was that Lent was “safe” and would handily beat whatever Democrat she came up against. In fact, until Brown came along, the Democrats were having trouble recruiting anyone to run against her and were actively trying to get her to switch parties... (Full Article) |
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Lawmakers should pass streamlined
sales tax legislation
By Don C. Brunell, President
Association of Washington Business |
| For years, people ordering from catalogs did not pay sales tax. In fact, some national retailers avoided putting stores in Washington because they believed our state would force them to impose the sales tax on mail-order purchases... (Full Article) |
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DAVID CLARK
The Last Stage |
| Last week I corresponded with a gentleman who had run a Music Listening room. I met him over the course of the last few years, as my concert tours took me to his venue on two different occasions... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Passenger Only Ferries |
| I am opposed to the passenger only ferry (POF) tax proposal that we will be voting on this month. Here are my top three reasons... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Passenger Only Ferries |
| On February 6 the Passenger Only Ferry will be on the ballot again. Your ballot should be in your mailbox already. $5,000.00 per year will be subsidized for each person who rides these boats... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Passenger Only Ferries |
| Port Orchard officials have typically short memory but can’t resist supporting yet another transit sales tax boost for the sake of “economy” and “vision.” Two such taxes were already approved in the last decade. For what? More empty busses! Consider... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Green NASCAR? |
| Rather than filling the Opinion column with endless ad hominem arguments and alarmist misinformation from both sides, it would seem more productive if this community came up with concrete alternative plans for the space, a way to decrease the need for non-ISC funding, or rethinking this project so it is sustainable... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Josh Brown |
| The unholy alliance of Chris Endresen and Josh Brown has sent a loud and clear message with their resolution against NASCAR, that economic development is not wanted or welcome in Kitsap County. While Brown paid lip service to economic development during the campaign, his actions since the election make it obvious he lied... (Full Article) |
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The Last Word by Lary Coppola
What local Republicans don’t “get,” and other stuff… |
| I’ve had a lot of feedback from Republicans concerning my opinion last issue about what I thought needed to happen for the local party to become viable again. While some strongly disagreed, there were others who stated it was time someone finally said it out loud... (Full Article) |
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POLITICS
Remembering our far-from-worst governor
By Adele Fergusen |
| I’m sorry I had to miss former Gov. John Spellman’s 80th birthday party in Seattle, but I spent a nostalgic few hours scanning columns I’ve written about him — over 100 of them... (Full Article) |
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Assembled in America
By Don C. Brunell, President
Association of Washington Business |
| Remember “Made in America?” As a young Woolworth shopper in Montana, I avoided toys with the “Made in Japan” label. American made toys were better quality. Plus, in my family, we supported American workers... (Full Article) |
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DAVID CLARK
Abraham’s Tears |
| Hizzonner says we must stay the course, which nobody seems to like. The Udder’onnors say pack up and leave right this minute, like a young man vacating an apartment where he had no intention of paying long-overdue rent, and which he’s severely trashed by brawling parties... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
ISC vs. SEED Project |
| I was advised a long time ago never to get into an argument with a guy that buys ink by the barrel. In spite of that advice I must take issue with your column in the December 2006 publication. Comparing the NASCAR project to the SEED project with regard to public funding is like comparing a Dodge Viper to a Ford Focus. It is not apples and oranges... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
ISC vs. SEED Project |
| I could not agree more with your comment in the last issue about the hypocrisy of those opposing NASCAR while supporting the SEED project. It isn’t about being politically correct, as those supporters of SEED would have you believe, but about how our tax dollars are being spent... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Republicans |
| As an older, but still active Republican, I was really offended by your tirade against some of my fellow Republicans. Most of the Republicans I know from here and other places I have lived (California and New York) would be considered “Reagan Republicans... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Poulsbo |
| I read with interest Wendy Miles’ article “Accessibility to business” on page 16 of your latest edition and was flabbergasted by the remarks of Mayor Quade’s concerns about how to “...better use the waterfront parking area while still providing easy access to the businesses... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Celebration |
| I would like to call your attention to a business in Poulsbo that will celebrate its 20th year in 2007. That may not seem out of the ordinary, except this business is a cooperative... (Full Article) |
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The Last Word by Lary Coppola
Random Political Musings… |
| There’s no point rehashing the election. Republicans got an old-fashioned ass-kicking nationwide at every level of government from dogcatcher to Congress, thanks to the President, Dick Cheney and Donald Rumsfeld. This election was a referendum on the huge mess they’ve created in Iraq that’s draining our country’s resources, and has cost us the respect of most of the rest of the world... (Full Article) |
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POLITICS
Election postmortem
By Adele Fergusen |
| Now that the 2006 election has just about jelled, let me get a few more things about it off my chest before we get all caught up in Christmas... (Full Article) |
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Caring for Washington’s rosy economy
By Don C. Brunell, President
Association of Washington Business |
| Right now, things in Washington are pretty rosy. Our state’s job growth topped 3.6 percent in the last 12 months, compared with the 1.4 percent national rate; state revenues now exceed projections by $1.9 billion; and Boeing announced it has over 450 orders for its new 787 fuel efficient “Dreamliner... (Full Article) |
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DAVID CLARK
Making sure they know... |
| My friend Kat is part of an Army unit. Her unit got orders to go to Iraq. They would depart from Ft. Stewart in Georgia. Kat’s parents live in California, and her aunt lives in Georgia... (Full Article) |
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MY TURN
Lend A Hand Close to Home!
David Foote, Executive Director
United Way of Kitsap County |
| United Way of Kitsap County has a big goal this year, $2 million dollars. With the success of this year’s United Way campaign we will be able to provide every partner agency with the funds they need to ensure the greatest results for the most people in need right here in our community. With the success of this campaign, we will be able leverage more dollars to help children and youth succeed, improve access to health care, promote self-sufficiency, and strengthen families... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Clear Creek RV Center |
| Paul Gurtler’s willingness to step in and help solve our problem with our 5th wheel is the mark of the kind of business owner that makes doing business in Silverdale and Kitsap County a rewarding experience. His attitude and willingness to understand our frustration and to offer a solution went one step beyond what most business owners would think to do... (Full Article) |
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The Last Word by Lary Coppola
Observations on the commissioner’s election |
| This is being written in late October for publication Nov. 1. By the time some of you actually receive and read it, the outcome of the commissioner’s race may already be known. With that in mind, and not knowing the results as this is written, what I offer are some personal observations... (Full Article) |
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POLITICS
Are Democrats in denial
over true aim of radical Islam?
By Adele Fergusen |
| The only thing that can save the Republicans now in keeping their majorities in the U.S. House and Senate is if the old thinking prevails among their voters, “All these members of Congress are sleazeballs and crooks except mine... (Full Article) |
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Spending limits may be next
idea migrating north from Oregon
By Don C. Brunell, President
Association of Washington Business |
| Washington voters will be deciding whether or not to adopt a property takings initiative, I-933, modeled after Oregon’s Measure 37. Measure 37 was adopted by Oregon voters two years ago and was upheld by that state’s Supreme Court... (Full Article) |
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DAVID CLARK
Lifestyle Choices |
| A recent conversation with a friend covered life-in-general, work, and other daily topics. In between, we discussed life’s driving forces... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Boehme |
| It is very obvious that Mr. Boehme has worked hard and long at perfecting his art of verbal defenses. As well he might — considering the chimera of his claims to fame... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Boehme |
| Ronald Boehme at a forum in Bremerton explained a letter that he filed with the Public Disclosure Commission, dated August 9, 2006. In that letter he identifies Renewal Communications as “a small 501-C3 that has been used for 14 years as a depository for my honorariums, book royalties, sales of books and miscellaneous donations to me and was set up for the sole purpose of financially supporting my public ministry and family... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| I would like to add my voice to those in support of Jack Hamilton for commissioner. I’ve known Mr. Hamilton for seven years and have found him to be very civic minded and a solid stand up gentleman... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| Are they kidding? I think the Democratic Party is pulling a trick on us. It certainly can’t be a treat... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| Is there some surprise that Democrat leaders are trotting out their heavyweights in an attempt to prop up one of their own — the unemployed and inexperienced 25-year old Josh Brown? Did anyone actually expect Norm Dicks to say something nice about Republican Jack Hamilton, the highly-qualified county commissioner candidate? Do pigs fly... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| We value our military in Kitsap County! A great percentage of our economy, workforce, housing, and every aspect of our lives have military personnel involved. Now, we have a County Commissioner candidate, Jack Hamilton, running for office, who had about 20 years’ military experience (including Commander) by the time his opponent, Josh Brown was born... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| I am following the Commissioner race between Jack Hamilton and Josh Brown. What constantly amazes me is how anyone can consider Josh as a viable candidate equal to Jack... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| My wife and I are thrilled that Jack Hamilton is a candidate for Kitsap County Commissioner in District 3. Our experience with Jack as a problem solver began a few short years ago... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Neatherlin |
| I was chairman of the Mason County Commissioner’s Lower Hood Canal Sewer Advisory board in 1999-2000. Eleven other citizens and I worked for two years to advise the County Commissioners on implementing a sewer for the lower end of Hood Canal... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Neatherlin |
| I want voters to know Randy Neatherlin. He cares about people not party. Randy’s a problem solver, and our state needs fixing. In the nearly thirty years I’ve known Randy he’s given time to countless organizations without desiring compensation, rare in one seeking to be elected... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Seaquist |
| The first thing I did after meeting Larry Seaquist was enter his name into Google. Do that now and you find a lot more material, mostly political in nature. In 2004 none of it was partisan, consisting of a thoughtful search for peace in the world and articles related to his naval career... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Seaquist |
| Why I support Larry Seaquist! As our State Representative, Larry Seaquist will help facilitate economic diversification into South Kitsap by bringing in high tech industries and clean-energy producers. Larry possesses imaginative, outside-the-box thinking that facilitates the kind of creative problem-solving that we need to grow a vibrant local economy... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
I-933 |
| Last week my wife’s car was stolen, the gas siphoned and the contents rifled. The car was recovered quickly, but she felt violated. In August, the Central Puget Sound Growth Management Hearings Board, appointed by the Governor, remanded Kitsap County’s Critical Areas Ordinance because it did not contain buffers for small, insignificant wetlands and because they objected to Kitsap’s 35 foot shoreline buffers... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Hamilton |
| I support Jack Hamilton for County Commissioner. I have known Jack as a friend and member of a service club for more than five years. We have worked together on many projects... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Boehme |
| I would like to respond to the letter written last month regarding Ron Boehme, a legislative candidate for the 26th District. I was angered that Ms Miller would insinuate that there is any impropriety between Ron and anyone and so I feel that a response is necessary... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Boehme |
| I am writing in response to the letter from Helen Miller of Bremerton. I was appalled and grieved by her inference that Ron Boehme had the “appearance of impropriety” and was spending too much time with a single young lady, who is by the way, close in age to his daughter. Ron has known this young lady since her birth, and he was appointed her guardian in her parent's will. Their families have a friendship spanning over 30 years... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Marquee |
| I see that painters in Port Orchard are busy painting the marquee yet another color (pea soup green) that doesn't harmonize with anything in town. Did it occur to anyone that the marquee should be a neutral color so the store fronts and signage would stand out... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Pledge |
| Two recent events highlight some changes in Kitsap in the past thirty years. We were neither conservative, nor liberal politically-driven, but a community of neighbors for the most part... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Shelton and Hamilton |
| Senator Tim Sheldon is loved because of his strength of character and fairness. He abhors regulations and statutes written to benefit and favor a select few. Character matters... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Seaquist |
| As a preparation for voting for State Representative in the 26th LD, I studied the extensive websites of Larry Seaquist and the Reverend Ron Boehme. After reading both the choice was easy; Captain Larry Seaquist. I was totally amazed by Reverend Boehme's collection of “Youth with a Mission” writings... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Eickmeyer |
| As I read yet another article about the problems of low oxygen levels within the Canal, I am reminded about the legislative race I ran against Bill Eickmeyer eight years ago... (Full Article) |
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Definations |
| As the election campaigns hit full throttle, the average voter hears words that obfuscate rather than clarify. Here is a small dictionary to define the terms used by Democrat candidates... (Full Article) |
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Editor's Note |
| In spite of the large number of letters supporting Jack Hamilton, we believe in the interest of fairness it is important we disclose to our readers that we did not receive one single letter in support of Josh Brown |
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