Kim Baxter has studied Durango’s problems from the inside out – she has spent an inordinate amount of time on Durango advisory committees and on the Planning Commission, to say…
Several of the candidates are against the proposed sales tax increase. Previous council members were from the education crowd that begs for more money every chance they get. They usually…
And, by the way, if you envision a vibrant arts community that brings in tourists, supported in part by city dollars, as most towns with arts districts do, you will…
They also bring the best experience to this job. They will be good listeners and have the expertise and commitment to address the various issues we are facing. such as…
Some folks have suggested that we should not minimally increase our sales tax to pay for our roads, instead somehow magically finding additional funding by cutting other parts of the…
The issues that our city is facing now and in the future require experience, vision and communication that is not about being one of our own.â€� That is why I…
Contrary to the narrative dictated to us by right- and left-leaning mouthpieces of corporate America’s media circus, President Trump’s guilt or innocence is not the big issue and not a…
I am in agreement. That is why I am surprised that a closer look at his actions are inconsistent with his words. Tipton has voted to keep fossil fuel subsidies…
Is it part of the Herald’s editorial position? There is no mention of the many people and organizations supporting Senate Bill 19-181, which among other things would give more local…
This time, the Herald used the excuse of Snowberger’s interview with the local Student Newspaper. Seriously? Fortunately, the School Board has thoroughly looked into the unsubstantiated and anonymous allegations, and…
We visited Durango last April to confirm that our research and intuition were correct about Durango possibly becoming our new home. The quality and obvious level of investment in things…
Road repairs are important, but I feel that recent road projects have been unwise. The traffic light installed at East College Drive and 2nd Avenue cost $564,000 to accommodate construction…
For over 30 years, whenever even modest legislation or regulation has been put forward that would strengthen oil and gas policy in Colorado and hold industry accountable for its impacts,…
Our town continues to grow and we have needs and lack of funds. I am supporting the 1A sales tax increase – yes, there are questions and concerns about this…
Barbara has worked as a strategic planning consultant, including in rural agricultural communities, to address infrastructure, broadband, developing public/private partnerships and diversifying the economy. She has been responsible for multi-million-dollar…
It’s not about who has spent the most time on committees or in public meetings. It’s about having a citizen that is familiar with the challenges of living and working…
I have worked with Noseworthy on several community projects, and admire her so much that I became her campaign manager. She offers an intriguing macro perspective. She’s worked in Western…
More shocking is that the current council seems deaf when it comes to citizen participation in city government. Based on the November vote and listening sessions, citizens are dissatisfied with…
If you were a candidate, where would you spend more time – in a state with a population of four million, like Colorado, or a state where a single city,…
It’s important for a candidate to possess the ability to listen, analyze and then formulate – and communicate – a long-term strategic vision, coupled with the experience to set measurable…
Energy technologies are changing rapidly, requiring knowledge and experience to navigate the important decisions ahead that will affect our co-op for years to come. We need our energy sources to…
Candidates Barbara Noseworthy and Kim Baxter provide positive answers to both questions. Regardless of how you vote on 1A, Durango is facing a wicked problem: how to balance our city…
Their desire for a broad-based finance committee as a resource to the City Council demonstrates their knowledge of how change can occur. And they listen. Our current council seems oblivious…
I question the motivation of the Herald and the parent. Why did this parent feel it necessary to go directly to the Durango Herald instead of the high school principal…
The costs of insurance, medications and many aspects of care are outrageous. Many patients do not even have access to basic care. A case in point is the epinephrine, which…
In this age where many are called heroes, John Lewis is the real deal. His noble qualities and valorous deeds, over his lifetime, have him well suited for the title.…
Contrary to the claim that the Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy Act lacks consensus, the legislation – which is a combination of four previously introduced bills – was crafted over…
For years, City Council chose to prioritize parks and rec over maintenance and repair of streets. In 2012, the general fund budget for streets was $2,219,265 – and $4,582,342 for…
SB 181, a bill that has been recently introduced, will effectively impose a moratorium on new natural gas and oil production, empower local governments to enact rules that would end…
Kim and Barbara stand out as knowledgeable, highly qualified and committed. Both possess the leadership skills and experience necessary to work with the council in a collaborative and productive manner.…
