Opinion/Letters Stories - South King County

No surprise Boeing going out of state

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Support schools

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Our schools are in need of repairs

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Reelect Cerino

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Vote for Partridge

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Lewis leads in age of cooperation

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Haugen has sense of community

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Bright future for Lewis

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Vote for Ruston

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Levy makes sense

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:07 PST

Zackery Lystedt law should go nationwide

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

High school sport participation has grown from an estimated 4 million participants during the 1971-1972 school year to an estimated 7.2 million participants for the 2005-2006 school year. The increase of participants over this time frame concurrently results in an increased number of injuries for youth sport participants.

Maple Valley Farmers' Market thanks community

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

On behalf of the Maple Valley Farmers' Market Board of Directors, I would like to extend my deep appreciation and thanks to all of our volunteers, farmers, vendors and our community for an amazing inaugural year! Our Farmers' Market was more successful than we ever imagined and we all look forward to our second year commencing Saturday, June 19, 2010.

Supporting Bill Allison for Maple Valley City Council

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

I read a recent article in which Maple Valley City Council candidate Jim Flynn states that during his tenure the number of police increased four-fold, from .5 officers per shift to 2 officers per shift. He made that statement to counter Bill Allison’s claim that the city did not add a single police officer during Mr. Flynn’s time on the Council, even though the population doubled.

A thank you for the Maple Valley Farmers’ Market

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Maple Valley Farmer’s Market. The market’s inaugural season closed (Oct. 11) with a successful Emergency Preparedness Fair co-event.

David Pilgrim represents the best interests of Maple Valley and should be re-elected to City Council

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

For the past eight years, Dave Pilgrim has devoted his energies to serving on the City Council

Victoria Jonas endorsed for Maple Valley City Council by lieutenant governor

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Victoria Jonas is a remarkable individual with a life-long commitment to public service and volunteerism. As an experienced Maple Valley elected official, Victoria understands the complexities of city government operations and has consistently demonstrated effective leadership and initiative to keep Maple Valley moving forward in the right direction.

Erin Weaver best choice for Maple Valley City Council

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

If you have not yet mailed in your November voter’s ballet, I encourage you to vote for Erin Weaver for Maple Valley City Council. I have had many talks with Erin about our city. I can tell you she is passionate about Maple Valley and wants to see it develop into a vibrant place for our families. She also has the vision and the drive to make things happen.

The facts in support of Jeff Granlund for fire commissioner

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

We appreciate your opinions and giving us even more of an opportunity to set the records straight. This way, the citizens will have NO questions when it comes time to vote. But this time, allow me.

Black Diamond councilwoman supports Rebecca Olness for mayor

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

I am supporting Rebecca Olness for Black Diamond mayor because she will bring a fresh, positive change to City Hall.

Black Diamond needs Rebecca Olness as mayor

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

As a strong supporter of Rebecca Olness, I feel compelled to write this letter on her behalf. Rebecca has been a Black Diamond City Council member for four years and she’s aware of the issues that face our city.

Hoping voters gave a change in direction

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Students tell importance of keeping the fair

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Disappointed that county has not given money

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

I was very disappointed to hear that the King County Council has not put in their budget money for the 2010 King County Fair.

It’s time for public to stand up and be heard

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Vogel earns support from district voter

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Mayor and wife work hard for city

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Treatment plant was under budget

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Intimidation has no place in elections

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Intimidation has no place in elections

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

City decisions have impacts outside limits

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:12 PST

Veterans Day matters | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Love for Projecto Honduras | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Voting is over, thank goodness | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Let our cops be cops | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Twin Lakes HOA vs. the golf club | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Projecto Honduras thanks you | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Prop. 1 and Jim Ferrell's political behavior | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Federal Way politics as I see it | Letter to the editor

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Safety at the city's parks | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

City welcomes 24 Hour Fitness | Federal Way letters

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Dennis Higgins for Kent City Council Position 4

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Reader: No surprise Boeing going out of Washington

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

The fact that Boeing is going out of Washington State has long been prophesied by many of us in Boeing.

Berrios should look at his own record before commenting on Cooke's

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Last week, I attended the debate between the Kent mayoral candidates that this newspaper sponsored. Since Mr. Berrios is at the helm of the Kent School Board as its president, a question about the Kent teachers strike was asked.

Annexing into Kent? Reader is not so sure

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

There are more questions than answers regarding the proposed annexation of the Panther Lake area to the City of Kent. I reside within the proposed annexation area and operate a small business there. I am not convinced I will be better off as a resident of Kent.

Business ownership: Cooke can't have it both ways

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

I am in disbelief at the story published in the Kent Reporter's online version on Monday, Oct. 26, entitled: "Business related to Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke files for bankruptcy."

Vote ‘No’ on Prop. 1 for Normandy Park, Des Moines parks

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Two south King County cities about to be Hoodwinked! Normandy Park (NP) and Des Moines (DM) Parks and Recreation propositions would create two new permanent taxing bodies just like the Port of Seattle (POS).

He’ll take Kent over county

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

After living in unincorporated King County in the Panther Lake Annexation Area for almost 17 years, I would prefer to be governed by the City of Kent rather than King County.

Open apology to Mayor Cooke

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

I offer my sincerest apology to Mayor Cooke. In a public statement I made at the Scenic Hill Neighborhood Council Candidate Forum, on Thursday, Oct. 15t at the Senior Center.

Happy for Patterson endorsement

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

We are pleased to announce that Councilperson Julia Patterson has this week endorsed the annexation of the Panther Lake area to the City of Kent.

Against annexation into Kent

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

In addition to the comments made by Stephen Cluphf in the Kent Reporter I have some additional concerns regarding annexation.

Zwicker supported

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Fairwood doesn’t need Renton’s debt

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Grossnickle brings a fresh perspective

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Teal is known as consensus-builder

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Jim Flynn behaves with integrity

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Another chance to replace commissioner

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Preserve fire services in the Fairwood area

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Teal has the knowledge to ensure every child gets quality education

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Rich Zwicker has deep passion for the Renton community

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST

Pam Teal has best experience for Renton school board

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:12:13 PST