Letters - Page 22

To the editor: I was worried by implications of the public discussion in the Nov. 5 Yachats City Council meeting, regarding the salary discussion of City Manager Shannon Beaucaire. Since then, I have been apprised that Oregon law requires that discussion of salaries and compensation for public officials be held in an open meeting. Only the performance evaluation itself is

To the editor: When Dec. 31 arrives, how many Lincoln County residents will be newly unhoused?  How many have been living on the edge of disaster for far too long?  I fear it is many.  Many of our friends and neighbors. Add the recent fires where 300 structures were lost to the stresses many are facing as a result of the pandemic, and

To the editor: I have watched closely the events surrounding the campaign for Lincoln County Circuit Judge pitting incumbent Marcia Buckley against newcomer Amanda Benjamin. I am urging you to vote for Marcia Buckley as the only clear and honorable choice. I crossed swords with Marcia in court many times when I practiced law in Lincoln County, and in the

To the editor: Here are some facts in the race for Lincoln County Circuit judge between Marcia Buckley and Amanda Benjamin:   1. Marcia Buckley is vastly more qualified and experienced than her opponent.   2. The governor appointed Marcia Buckley over her opponent after consulting with many Lincoln County attorneys, the Oregon State Police, who did an extensive background

To the editor: I voted for Cal Mukumoto of Coos Bay for Oregon House District 9 after reading both candidates’ priority statements. Cal Mukumoto understands forestry as an insider with over 30 years experience in the timber industry. He wants to keep the forest products businesses of Oregon running using stewardship and holistic approaches that encompass fish, wildlife, tourism, and

To the editor: I write this letter to encourage the Yachats community to vote for Leslie Vaaler for mayor. Leslie brings a tremendous amount of integrity to everything she does. She is diligent in her work and preparation, always open to new ideas, and someone with a genuine desire for clear communication between the local government and the community. When

To the editor: I have been friends with Marcia Buckley since we attended law school together many decades ago.  Now a Lincoln County circuit judge, Marcia Buckley is a hard worker who has the right experience and temperament to continue to serve the citizens of Lincoln County. Upon taking office as the Lincoln County district attorney in 2009, I hired

To the editor: Gov. Kate Brown made a wise and thoughtful decision in appointing Marcia Buckley to the Lincoln County circuit judge position vacated by the retirement of Paulette Sanders. Since assuming office in January, Judge Buckley has worked hard to eliminate the backlog in civil and family law cases, which accumulated during the terms of the other judges who

To the editor: Courtrooms can be dramatic and poignant places, but as a combat-tested sex crimes prosecutor on both coasts, I can tell you that what goes on behind the scenes is even more compelling. The quiet, steely heroism of victims and witnesses has inspired my work every step of the way. Recently, I saw that same strength of character

To the editor: I am writing to endorse Judge Marcia Buckley for Lincoln County Circuit Court. She needs to be retained. I have known Marcia Buckley for many years. While I was Lincoln County’s district attorney I hired her as a deputy district attorney and while her duties were numerous and varied she primarily took charge of the child support