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8 Wednesday, May 2, 2018 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon LETTERS Continued from page 2 ensure Sisters schools remain top-notch. Together we thrive and together we maintain our uniquely educated, vibrant, and desirable community. Please join me in voting YES on Measure 9-21. Kay Grady s s s To the Editor: Vote Yes on Measure 9-120. Sisters Park and Recreation District has been a true community asset for more than 20 years. This small, efficient, and nimble district has strived to keep up with the desires and needs of our community. In its infancy, the district focused on after- school programs assuring our kids had a fun, safe, and encouraging place to go after school instead of being left home alone. Since then, not only has the population of the area more than doubled, but the demand for services has meant that the dis- trict now provides over 100 programs that serve patrons from pre-schoolers to seniors. Over 3,000 youth registrants annually enroll in SPRD activi- ties and another 1,600 adults annually participate in wellness, outdoor recreation, and fitness pro- grams. District facilities have also expanded from a double-wide trailer to the 10,000 sq. ft. Coffield Community Recreation Center located on a 15-acre recreation complex that also includes Sisters’ only skate park, bike park, and disc-golf course. All of this has occurred without any additional tax support. As a result, the district has become reliant upon user fees, fundraising events, and donations to keep the district functioning as Sisters Country’s primary recreation provider. Currently just 27% of SPRD’s total revenue comes from its tax base compared to 43% in 2009. This funding model is difficult to sustain over the long term and Morgan pitches Outlaws to shut- out over Sutherlin By Rongi Yost Correspondent Zach Morgan went the dis- tance on the mound for Sisters in the 2-0 shut-out at Sutherlin on Tuesday, April 24. Zach allowed three hits, no runs, and struck out 12. Morgan said, “This was one of my best pitching per- formances I’ve had in high school. It was the first time that my fastball, curve-ball, and change-up were all work- ing. The reason why I could be so successful was that I could throw any pitch in any count. I also had a really great defense behind me.” Senior Austin Morss led off with a triple in the top of the first inning to fire up the Outlaws, but unfortunately Sisters just couldn’t manage See BASEBALL on page 27 is inadequate. As a result, SPRD has a significant backlog of facility maintenance, high staff turn- over, high fees that limit access to programs, and uncertainty about the future. We encourage your yes vote on Measure 9-120. Your small investment in the district will assure that the district will continue to meet the chang- ing needs of our residents including expansion of programs for adults of all ages; reduced fees so that no child is turned away from our programs; continuation of special events that bring our com- munity together; recreation facilities that are safe, well maintained and accessible; and last but not least that we retain a highly professional, energetic, passionate, and personable staff. SPRD deserves and needs our support. Bob & Christi Keefer s s s To the Editor: Even though I rarely agree with Craig Rullman, his column is one of the first items I go to in The Nugget each week. He is an excellent writer and his ideas are thought-provoking. In my opinion, it is so critical for all of us to expose ourselves to different points of view. Imagine, occasionally we might even broaden our outlook and embrace a new idea. I fully agree with Jane Poss’ letter of April 25, and hope to see Craig Rullman’s column regularly in The Nugget. Gudrun Kibak s s s To the Editor: Tammy Baney has been a regular attendee at Sisters Country events. And she has served Deschutes County well for 12 years as a Deschutes County Commissioner. I have attended many of the Board of Smile, Sisters! We’re committed to your dental health! Exceptional Health, Prevention & Aesthetics For Your Family! Trevor Frideres d.m.d. Ben Crockett, d.d.s. p 541-549-9486 f 541-549-9110 410 E. Cascade Ave. • P.O. Box 1027 • Sisters Hours: Mon., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tues.-Wed., 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thurs., 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Commissioner’s meetings, and I have been impressed that she is unfailingly polite, patient, and respectful of all citizens who come before the Commission to testify about County decisions. Tammy Baney was raised in Deschutes County, she was educated here, and she chose to raise her own family here as well. She knows Deschutes County, its people, its farms and ranches, and its cities and towns. She also knows our challenges as well, particularly transportation and housing, and she has worked hard on these issues not only in Deschutes County, but also in Salem, where many of the most important decisions affecting our county are made. In contrast, her opponent admits that she just moved to Deschutes County four years ago. But now she is asking us to let her run our county gov- ernment even though she concedes that she has no prior government experience anywhere at all. I hope that you will vote to keep Tammy Baney working successfully for us for another four-year term. She has earned your support through her con- tinued dedication and commitment to our commu- nity for the last 12 years. Paul Lipscomb s s s To the Editor: At my slightly advanced age of 75 years, I still find myself profoundly lucky to be able to assist young artists at Sisters High School on a near- daily basis. The students keep me on my toes, with their energy, humor, creativity ... and yes, their music! It is my privilege to work with them, and it helps me keep a positive attitude. I cannot imagine their lives being cut short by some angry, twisted attacker with an assault weapon and a grudge against society. It chills me to contemplate the possibility. There must be a way to put this See LETTERS on page 11 Serving Sisters Since 1976 ng i r p s r u o For all y t needs projec ! s r e t s i S n e i FREE right her Local Delivery Lumber • Hardware • Paint Fencing & Decking • Doors & Windows Hours: M-F 8 to 5, Sat. 8 to 4:30, Closed Sundays 440 N. Pine St. • 541-549-8141 • www.hoyts.net
