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Polk County Voices Polk County Itemizer-Observer • October 5, 2016 4A LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vote Garton for Polk County sheriff As an ex-law enforcement officer (retired), I am sup- porting Sheriff Mark Garton. Mark began his law enforce- ment career as a cadet, working his way through the ranks, working the jail, patrol, detective sergeant overseeing the Polk County Major Crimes Team, and su- pervisor of the interagency narcotics team, ultimately to his current position as sheriff. He has restored 24- hour patrol to our streets, as well as restoring the Polk County Inter Agency Nar- cotics Team. Mark’s challenger, also law enforcement, but is from a neighboring county. I’m supporting Mark, and encourage a vote for Mark Garton for sheriff. Richard Long Dallas Re-elect Paul Evans to HD 20 There are many reasons to support Paul Evans and re-elect him to the legisla- ture. He kept his promises to help out women, stu- dents, and veterans. An even greater reason is he has a common sense ap- proach to guns. Paul, a veteran, recog- nizes the power of weapons and also knows legitimate uses, like shooting for sport or protecting one's home. His vote demonstrated knowledge of the dark side of gun use. Prohibiting gun ownership of those convict- ed of domestic abuse/vio- lence was the right thing to do. Bonnie Ross Monmouth Thompson will fight for HD 23 For three terms, Jim Thompson served as our State Representative for Dis- trict 23. He fought for your private property rights, sup- ported your small business- es, your agriculture busi- nesses and successfully challenged land use issues that inhibit your growth and profit. Unlike Mike Near- man, Jim faithfully attends local city and county meet- ings to keep current on the issues District 23 faces. Jim is committed and fired up with an unwavering passion and purpose for all of us in District 23. Nancie Rogers Dallas Advocate for cancer patients When I lost my Dad to complications of lung can- cer surgery in 2004, I had no idea that it would lead me to serving as an advocate for Oregon’s cancer patients and families. On Sept. 10, I traveled to Washington, D.C., with more than 700 of my fellow American Cancer Society Cancer Action Net- work volunteers from all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Guam to urge Congress to support lifesaving policies that prevent and better treat cancer. We called on law- makers to increase federal funding for cancer research, when it comes to doing what is best for all living in Dallas. I appreciate that Gabliks and Wilson listen to both sides of an issue and the voices of the citizens of their community. They al- ways do the homework that goes along with making a sound decision. I encourage you to cast your vote for Gabliks and Wilson for Dallas city coun- cil. Nancy J. Adams Dallas Vote your conscience support legislation to im- prove patient quality of life and remove cost barriers to colorectal cancer screenings for seniors. Our seven-member dele- gation told Oregon’s mem- bers of Congress that they should seize the opportuni- ty to put partisanship aside and make ending cancer, as we know it, a top national priority. We let our lawmakers know that people and fami- lies touched by cancer in Oregon and across the country are counting on them to support legislation that would help make can- cer history. With one in two men and one in three women being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, we can’t let this year pass without taking legislative action on these important issues. I know our conversations made a difference in the halls of Congress, and I en- courage you to add your voice. Visit www.acscan.org to be connected to people like me in your community. Kay Graven Volunteer, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Dallas Leave the light on Two of my neighbors never use their porch lights at night while another one keeps theirs on 24 hours per day. I’m just curious why anyone would choose not to use their porch light, espe- cially with vehicles parked out front and with the po- tential for miscreants to take advantage. Is this a new movement of some kind to save energy? What ... 12 cents per month? Jessie Rice Dallas Garton’s roots run deep in Polk County I am a retired Oregon State Police officer who has known the Garton family for many years. I worked with his father, also a state police officer, and Mark’s mother served as a school teacher for many years. Mark has performed nearly every function of law enforcement available to the sheriff, working for Polk County his entire career. He is well-respected by law en- forcement, by his peers and by the public. He is honest, well-educated, well-trained, experienced and well-in- formed. Polk County would be well served by Mark Garton. Randy Sitton Dallas Hooray for firefighters My wife and I have a friend in rural Africa who is anxious every dry season because fire threatens his orchard on which his family depends for a living. We thought of him last summer when we had a fire in a field near our home. Unlike our friend, we expe- rience little anxiety. Soon after the fire started, fire trucks arrived from various locations in our county and the black billows of smoke quickly turned white. I am thankful for Ben Franklin, from whom came the impetus leading to the innovative and professional fire service we enjoy in this country. Our nation was blessed in connection with a world-view, the generally held, that there is a power- ful, loving, wise, God and that he is relevant to one’s life. That blessing is why we now have so many volun- teers and professionals in our county who make life better for us all. Give thanks for this di- vine favor and hooray for our firefighters. Joseph Hoover Monmouth Deputy Sheriffs say yes to Garton The Polk County Deputy Sheriff’s Association con- sists of 50 non-supervisory members from the correc- tions, patrol and support Services divisions. Histori- cally, the DSA hasn’t en- dorsed anyone running for political office. But, this coming election is impor- tant to us. The members discussed the election for sheriff and, after weighing all the pros and cons, they overwhelmingly decided to publicly endorse Sheriff Mark Garton. Sheriff Garton has proven his dedication and commit- ment to not only the citi- zens of Polk County, but also the men and women who work under his direc- tion. On Nov. 8, join us in voting for Sheriff Mark Gar- ton. Vote. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roo- sevelt. ... Donald Trump .... Are you sure? Think and vote. Jeff Williams DSA President Dallas William M. Barber Dallas After last week’s debate, it has become clear that a Clinton or Trump presiden- cy would be disastrous. If you are looking for a way out, I urge you Google Gary Johnson. Johnson, the Libertarian nominee, is a former two- term Republican governor of heavily blue New Mexico. With his running mate, Gov. Bill Weld, Johnson is fiscally conservative and socially liberal, meaning they will bridge the huge gap be- tween the major parties. On the ballot in all 50 states, Johnson is leading in the polls among millennials, in- dependents, and the mili- tary. He is the only candi- date with integrity. You in? Representative like Mike Nearman who is focused on holding government ac- countable. Whether it’s the Columbia Crossing “bridge to nowhere” or Cover Ore- gon, we need someone with the skill and dedication to watch over these agencies as they spend — and hope- fully not waste — our pre- cious tax dollars. Nearman holds Choose Johnson state accountable over Trump, Clinton I’m glad we have a State Patrick Gump Monmouth Garton kept promises as sheriff I support Mark Garton for sheriff of Polk County. Since beginning as a cadet at age 17, Mark has worked as re- serve deputy, corrections deputy, patrol deputy, de- tective, patrol sergeant, de- tective sergeant, and ap- pointed sheriff in 2015. Upon appointment as sheriff, he hired people to keep the promises made, and has 24-hour patrols again in Polk County. Mark has never worked or lived outside of Polk County, and cares deeply what happens in his home area. I respect and appreci- ate Mark Garton; and I urge you to vote for him and keep him as Polk County Sheriff. Frank Pender Dallas Gabliks, Wilson for Dallas city council I will be casting my vote for Kelly Gabliks and LaVonne Wilson to continue to serve on the Dallas city council. They work tirelessly for your community. They will- ingly do the homework needed to be informed Debbie Pickering Dallas Kids deserve safe, beautiful facilities For many years, I have seen the hope that comes with community support. I also have noticed the in- equitable facilities that make learning a challenge. Some of our schools have waited nearly 20 years for any major upgrades. As one community and one school district let us set aside any issues we may have with the school district and do what’s right for our children, and that is to vote yes on Bond Measure 27-122. Let us show every child that no matter where they live in our school district, they de- serve safe and beautiful fa- cilities in which to learn. Rebecca Salinas-Oliveros Monmouth Cast vote for Thompson in D23 I believe that Jim Thomp- son is the right person at the right time to represent District 23 as he has a proven record of care and experience to be our state representative. He is a good listener and has always been one who will work with Republicans and De- mocrats to tackle very diffi- cult issues. He has the time and care to speak to anyone at any time and is always accessible. I respect Jim Thompson for being willing to talk about the issues with any- one. He is not afraid to be held accountable by the people. LaVonne Wilson Dallas PUBLIC AGENDA WedNeSdAy, oCt. 5 • monmouth historic Commission — 6 p.m., Vol- unteer Hall, 144 S. Warren St., Monmouth. 503-838-0725. • monmouth Planning Commission — 7 p.m., Vol- unteer Hall, 144 S. Warren St., Monmouth. 503-838-0725. • Polk County Board of Commissioners — 9 a.m., Polk County Courthouse, first floor conference room, 850 Main St., Dallas. 503-623-8173. moNdAy, oCt. 10 • hops and heritage fes- tival Commission — 6 p.m., Independence Elks Lodge, 289 S. Main St., Independ- ence. 503-838-1212. • dallas School Board — 6:30 p.m., Dallas School Dis- trict office, 111 SW Ash St., Dallas. 503-623-5594. • Southwest Polk fire Protection district Board — 7:30 p.m., Rickreall Fire Sta- tion, 275 Main St., Rickreall. 503-831-3530. (location moves each month) tueSdAy, oCt. 11 • independence City Council — 7:30 p.m., Inde- pendence Civic Center, 555 S. Main St., Independence. 503- 838-1212. • dallas Planning Com- mission — 7 p.m., Dallas City Hall, 187 SE Court St., Dallas. 503-831-3565. • Polk County Board of Commission work ses- sion — 9 a.m., Polk County Courthouse, BOC office, 850 Main St., Dallas. 503-623- 8173. WRITE A LETTER Letters to the editor are limited to 300 words. 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