Letters - Page 13

To the editor: In the past couple of days, I have been able to peruse a couple of Yachats Facebook sites. Some of the comments I have seen on Measure 21-214 – the local option levy for the Yachats Rural Fire Protection District — make no sense. What some people have indicated is they plan to vote yes on this

To the editor: David Gomberg and his wife, Susan, have lived here 35 years and built a world-famous kite business. Very few legislators have small business experience and the know how to get things done at the State Capitol. Since becoming a legislator, David Gomberg has prioritized supporting the local business owners who are the backbone of this community. He

To the editor: I like trees. I have been growing forests in Lincoln and Benton Counties for more than 40 years. Actively managed forests implementing commercial thinning, increase ecological function for our riparian areas, reduce fuel loads making our forests safer from wildfires, and produce wood for all of us. Celeste McEntee, a candidate, for Oregon House District 10, understands

To the editor: I am voting for Alek Skarlatos to represent Oregon in the U.S. House of Representatives. As a five-year veteran of the Oregon Army National Guard, Alek Skarlatos has proven his belief in America and the values that have made America strong. He will make changes in Congress that will bring prosperity back to Oregon. Alek Skarlatos recently

To the editor: As a former member of the Yachats City Council, I had the opportunity to spend time in Salem meeting with various members of the Oregon Legislature. It was my experience that most members pay lip service to wanting to hear from their constituents. I got the impression that they viewed this as a requirement of holding office,

To the editor: I’ve read with bemusement the several recent letters supporting a candidate running to take the seat of our incumbent state representative, David Gomberg. No doubt this person is the fine human being her supporters portray, but I’m at a loss to think why anyone would imagine that she, or anyone else, could possibly be a more responsive,

To the editor: Conversations with Yachats community members suggest a high desire for government stability and improved effectiveness of service delivery. It is clear that many residents are frustrated with the city of Yachats’ progress the last two years. Many basic services remain inoperative or unavailable. The current council understands this and is equally frustrated about the lack of progress.

To the editor: I am a lifelong Democrat, and I am endorsing Celeste McEntee for Oregon State Representative. I am choosing to vote outside of my party because I feel things have spiraled out of control under the current leadership and I know Celeste McEntee has the determination and experience to restore equilibrium in Salem and stand up for Oregon’s rural communities. Celeste

To the editor: Please join me in voting for Carter McEntee for Lincoln County commissioner. I unequivocally believe that McEntee is the best candidate for county commissioner. McEntee will be a strong advocate for all vital issues of Lincoln County; not just for the special interest groups that scream the loudest. McEntee is qualified because he is smart: he has

To the editor: When Celeste McEntee heard that the city of Newport heartlessly tried to pass a 5 percent food and 5 cent per gallon gas tax at a time the community was already experiencing Covid-19 hardship she was appalled. Talk about kicking people when they’re down. Rather than merely complain and accept this injustice she fought back and helped