PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT:

Too often we are hearing from those in City Hall that they are doing what is required to inform the public. {more…}

THE END TO BUSINESS AS USUAL:

No matter the adversity there are always opportunities. While presenting significant challenges to local governments in providing levels of service expected by residents; the current precipitous downturn in the economy has given us a good kick in our complacency.  {more…}

TAXES:

I cannot understand those who justify raising taxes because our tax rate is lower than other localities or those who opposes tax increases on the basis that taxes are too high.  {more…}

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

“Even before the recent economic crash it was evident the city needed to diversify its tax base.  {more…}

HISTORIC PRESERVATION:

“As we consider the future development of our communities we must keep three simple truths in the fore front of our deliberations…" {more…}

CONSERVATON:

“You’re going to get a lot of people pushing to open that river up,” Kelly said. “  {more…}