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Letter: In lieu of lodgers tax, call Disney

Truth be told, I don’t actually live in the town of Durango. But to hear the constant cheerleading for the proposed lodgers tax is kind of amusing. Why aim so low? How about maki...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Support ban on single-use plastic bags

The average American uses 500 plastic bags per year. Durango’s 2019 population estimate was 18,973. That adds up to more than nine million plastic bags used in Durango every year – 25,000 pe...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Buell is a ‘force of nature’

I am writing to support Jessika Buell for Durango City Council. I have known Jessika for the last several years; she is truly a “force of nature,” and the zeal, enthusiasm, and drive for suc...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Departing councilor endorses Youssef

We started as friends. Few know that Melissa Youssef convinced me to run for council, though my family and coworkers were opposed. There’s nothing like politics to ch...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Youssef, Buell, Lockword for council

For a City Council with institutional memory, wisdom, compassion, vision, and integrity, vote for Melissa Youssef, Jessika Buell and Frank Lockwood. Faye Schrater Durango ...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Bosmans offers accountability, transparency, civility

As I review the ballot that just arrived in my mailbox, I’m excited to see some qualified candidates running for Durango City Council. I’ve know Olivier Bosmans for over a decade...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Furtney was conscientious on Parks and Rec

Because of a big issue I have had with Durango Parks and Recreation (thanks, Lake Nighthorse) I have watch-dogged the advisory boards of Parks and Recreation and Natural Lands more than most...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Buell is an enthusiastic problem-solver

It is with whole-hearted enthusiasm that I am casting my vote for Jessika Buell for Durango City Council. I have known Jessika both personally and professionally for 15 years and...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Furtney not fit to serve community

Anyone who destroys a $40K fence out of anger, removes legal survey markers, and then hides his illegal activities during his application process does not show much control over his emotions...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Buell exhibits integrity, honesty, goodwill

It is with great pride that I endorse Jessika Buell for Durango City Council. I have known Jessika for years â€“ personally and professionally - and while there are numerous asse...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Lockwood understands process with integrity

I am supporting Frank Lockwood for City Council. If you want another person on the council who is smart, has extensive experience in mediation, intensely studies city issues, and...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letter: Vote ‘No’ on lodgers tax, marketing for more tourists

On April 6, residents of Durango will vote on a tax to attract more tourists under the guise of “sustainable” tourism. What exactly is sustainable tourism? One thing it is not is...

DATE: Mar 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.