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’00ournal:
needs of school firsthand
Journal:
live in the Pioneer School
having moved here after
five years ago. We at-
the open house at Pioneer
on February 13 in order to
the facility and receive infor-
rning the needed im-
;hat will be addressed
the upcoming levy.
retired people, we are con-
about the effects of an-
school levy on our taxes
We saw firsthand the
needs of the school. Every
building, whether it's a business,
school or private home, needs to be
updated and refurbished now and
then to keep it in good operating
condition. We can tell you, folks,
this one is overdue!
When our family was young and
growing, we depended on school
levies and the cooperation of young
and old alike to help pay for them.
We feel we need to now return the
favor to this up and coming gen-
eration.
The classroom space is crowd-
ed at Pioneer. The bathroom and
washing facilities are in great need
of upgrading. The new levy would
also provide the needed separa-
tion of the upper classes from the
younger students, and in.general,
a much safer and secure environ-
ment for everyone.
Don't just take our word for it.
Go see for yourselves. The super-
intendent, Dan Winter, one of the
board members or a staff member
would be happy to take you on a
tour such as we had.
Safe schools and a good educa-
tion are the responsibility of all.
Gary and Barbara Nutt
Pickering
is under attack
The Journal:
representatives
and Eickmeyer, want to do
with the initiative process.
is a CON-
tool of citizens.
legislature messes with
process, they are
with our state Constitu-
Sad our liberty.
there are four bills
islature that will gut the
process. Our legislators
the rules to make the
pyocess almost impos-
work, but they will NOT
any of these changes back
Voters for approval, as re-
by the Constitution.
2004, Washington citizens
strong performance-au-
that Democrat Brian
our state auditor, calls
success. It was sup-
on by the citizens
including a major-
r citizens.
islative law was a wa-
version that would
very little help, according
from Sonntag. Our leg-
are too gutless to sponsor
government reform for two
(1) They get much cam-
paign money from the unions, and
the state employees union did not
want strong perfbrmance audits.
(2) Their Democratic leaders in Se-
attle told them to vote that way.
Newspapers all over the state,
including The Seattle Times and
TheNews Tribune in Tacoma, have
editorialized AGAINST these dra-
conian measures against our state
Constitution.
In addition, the Evergreen
Freedom Foundation (EFF) is tak-
ing the Washington Education
Association (WEA) to task over
the mishandling of member union
dues. The WEA is a union thug
against noncompliant union mem-
bers. This case is currently sitting
in the U.S. Supreme Court await-
ing a decision. In the meantime,
our legislators are considering a
back-door approach to thwart the
expected court outcome.
The headline of the Tribune
editorial on Monday, February 26,
states: "Why wait for courts to rule
when you have Democrats?"
Democrats have introduced
two bills in the legislature that
would undermine the court deci-
sion before the decision, is even
rendered. I guess that shows their
confidence in their argument. The
WEA wants to own the courts as it
does the legislature.
Why do Kathy Haigh and Bill
Eickmeyer support this antidemo-
cratic legislation? Two reasons: (1)
They get much campaign money
from the WEA union. (2) Their
Democratic leaders in Seattle told
them to vote that way.
Kathy Haigh has always
bragged about her strong support
for education, but the bill doing
away with the rights of teachers
is anti-education and anti-demo-
cratic.
Democrats may be in control of
the legislature, but they are not
omniscient. These moves against
the initiative process and to thwart
the court processes are anti-demo-
cratic. I hope there are Democrats
in Mason County who will stand
up to our legislators.
Let Haigh and Eickmeyer know
of your disgust in their support of
anti-democratic positions on the
initiative process. Let them know
of your disgust in their interfer-
ence with the court processes.
Maybe they will listen to Mason
County Democrats more than they
listen to Seattle Democrats.
Ardean A. Anvik
Star Lake
ommend Carter's book
The Journal:
Just finished reading Jimmy
Palestine: Peace not
and highly recommend
who are interested in un-
what is currently
in Israel/Palestine.
the truth to power
comfortable, but former
Carter knows that only
the need for both Is-
and Palestinians to achieve
will peace and security be-
a reality for either. In his
carefully leads the reader
he had with Is-
with 1973,
through the many peace
between Israeli and
leaders that he par-
in, from his presidency
to the present time.
the appendix he includes all
from 1967 to
documents what he has
in recent visits as Isra-
el's military occupation increases
control over every aspect of Pales-
tinian life, with roadblocks, check-
points and security gates.
My husband and I have visited
Israel/Palestine eight times, most
recently in April 2006. Our first
trip was a study tour in 1992 with
Lutheran Bible Institute in Se-
attle (currently Trinity Lutheran
College). We have traveled with
Evangelicals for Middle East Un-
derstanding (EMEU), which is
based in the U.S., and Sabeel Ecu-
menical Liberation Theology Cen-
ter, which is based in Jerusalem.
We have met with religious lead-
ers: Christians, Jews, and Mus-
lims.
Each time we return to the Holy
Land, we are shocked at the con-
tinuing devastation brought about
by Israeli occupation of the West
Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem.
Going against all international
agreements, Israel continues to
illegally demolish Palestinian
homes, confiscate their farmland
for Israeli-only highways and build
a 26-foot concrete wall which sepa-
rates farmers from their land and
all Palestinians from jobs, schools,
medical facilities and family.
Now, for the first time, a promi-
nent U.S. leader and internation-
ally acclaimed peace activist has
written a book that documents
what is going on. Thank you, Pres-
ident Carter, for daring to tell the
truth.
Our tax dollars help pay for the
building of the wall and the ex-
panding of illegal settlements on
Palestinian land. My hope is that
Palestine: Peace not Apartheid will
open an honest dialogue, so that
a lasting peace will come, which
results in a two-state solution,
whereby both Israel and Palestine
will be internationally recognized
and honored.
Sue Johnson
Union
ages should support bond
The Journal:
is the kind of question I've
lately: "Why are you
the Pioneer schools
when you don't have
don't work for the school
The people asking the
surmise that I'm past the
be considering starting a
it's not like I'm planning
ass a
issue today.
I'ra 'one of those peo-
are supposedly "not vest-
Even so, my hus-
I are doing what we can
out at Pioneer schools, in-
encouraging fellow citizens
on the March 13 bond
I'll tell you why I sup-
specific bond issue. Then,
why I believe support-
year-round is important
don't have kids.
the first time I
into Pioneer Intermediate
bout two years ago. It was
occasion because I
over a wastebasket
hallway to catch water
the roof. Then I saw
bore wastebaskets scat-
the hallway, each with
drip of water. Oh, I can
of you thinking, "This
is just because the district fails to
maintain the building." That is not
the case at all.
The district has been doing
the best it can with an outmod-
ed, poorly designed building. For
one thing, the roof plainly is not
designed for this climate. The
inverted arch of the roof beams
drain the rainwater to the cen-
ter where it doesn't take much to
cause the water to pool and drip
through the ceiling. The years of
dripping rain have taken their toll
on the interior structures. No, I
didn't poke around for dry rot, but
I know mustiness when I smell it.
I'm tired of throwing good main-
tenance money after bad design.
It's time to tear it down and start
over with a well-constructed, low-
maintenance and energy-efficient
building.
The proposed bond issue will
help to solve problems besides
the intermediate school. For ex-
ample, anyone can approach any
classroom from just about any
direction. Such a lack of security
for children in this day and age is
alarming. Also, I am embarrassed
to admit that the school district
where I am a taxpayer has sci-
ence learning facilities below the
standard I benefited from as a
Puyallup eighth-grader in 1968.
Improvements include safer exits
and entrances for cars and other
"fixes" here and there.
This is not a grandiose plan; it
is a sensible, cost-effective propos-
al that will, in the long run, reduce
maintenance costs and bring the
school campus up to a standard
that shows this community cares
about children and education.
Now, here is why I support
schools year-round. This country
has given us a great deal. It has
given us security, freedom and in-
numerable rights that other peo-
ple in the world do not have. If the
United States is to remain strong
and an example of freedom, then
we need to remain educationally
and intellectually competitive in
the world marketplace. Doing that
starts at home, in our school dis-
trict. Moreover, good schools in a
safe, pleasant campus help attract
stable families that contribute to
the community.
Let's give our kids decent sci-
ence and technology learning fa-
cilities. Let them have a safe place
to learn on a school campus that
encourages pride in our communi-
ty. Vote "yes" for Pioneer schools.
Janis Snoey
Shelton
COTTAGE
Full pallets only
112 pieces per pallet
Cash-n-carry
U-haul
015151
PALLET/
SPRING
IS: JUST
AROUND
THE
CORNER
FLAT-FREE
WHEELBARROW
6cu. fl.
Hardwood
handles
435 lb.
capacity
We'll assemble
for $81.99
Kit, 7162282
69.99
TIE DOWN
RATCHET OR
4 PK RATCHET
break
Free
48"
SHOPLIGHT
Comes fully
assembled
All metal housing
5' grounded cord
storage
8012908, 88731264 box 34332
WINDSHIELD
WASHER FLUID
BRAND
1 gal.
"* 30 SECOND "
OUTDOOR CLEANER
Cleans algae, moss,
mold, and mildew
growth and the
spores that cause
re-growth within
30 seconds
Cleans wood,
paint, concrete,
masonry, metal,
cloth, and plastic
' Won't harm plant.,
WINDEX
GLASS
bonus size
w/nozzle
refill
1220961
00UWNY JUMBO
PAPER TOWELS
!:: ::
6 roll pk.
6067615
TRASH CAN /
Red, Black, Green
32 gal.
Heavy duty
Snap on lid
Crack & dent
resistant
BRAND
7131451, 71162,71102
UTILITY TUB
I
' 20 gat,
Heavy duty
4259149
69.99
p.,mosu I
4nc
and blooming, _ I ,,tl
beautiful co,., | AHaTdwmre
" '%-. 426-4373 or 426-2411
00on,a,-,a,or, o, ,:,0-,'00
31oo5429, 31o19242 II Sunday 8:30-5:00
Thursday, March 1,2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 5
’00ournal:
needs of school firsthand
Journal:
live in the Pioneer School
having moved here after
five years ago. We at-
the open house at Pioneer
on February 13 in order to
the facility and receive infor-
rning the needed im-
;hat will be addressed
the upcoming levy.
retired people, we are con-
about the effects of an-
school levy on our taxes
We saw firsthand the
needs of the school. Every
building, whether it's a business,
school or private home, needs to be
updated and refurbished now and
then to keep it in good operating
condition. We can tell you, folks,
this one is overdue!
When our family was young and
growing, we depended on school
levies and the cooperation of young
and old alike to help pay for them.
We feel we need to now return the
favor to this up and coming gen-
eration.
The classroom space is crowd-
ed at Pioneer. The bathroom and
washing facilities are in great need
of upgrading. The new levy would
also provide the needed separa-
tion of the upper classes from the
younger students, and in.general,
a much safer and secure environ-
ment for everyone.
Don't just take our word for it.
Go see for yourselves. The super-
intendent, Dan Winter, one of the
board members or a staff member
would be happy to take you on a
tour such as we had.
Safe schools and a good educa-
tion are the responsibility of all.
Gary and Barbara Nutt
Pickering
is under attack
The Journal:
representatives
and Eickmeyer, want to do
with the initiative process.
is a CON-
tool of citizens.
legislature messes with
process, they are
with our state Constitu-
Sad our liberty.
there are four bills
islature that will gut the
process. Our legislators
the rules to make the
pyocess almost impos-
work, but they will NOT
any of these changes back
Voters for approval, as re-
by the Constitution.
2004, Washington citizens
strong performance-au-
that Democrat Brian
our state auditor, calls
success. It was sup-
on by the citizens
including a major-
r citizens.
islative law was a wa-
version that would
very little help, according
from Sonntag. Our leg-
are too gutless to sponsor
government reform for two
(1) They get much cam-
paign money from the unions, and
the state employees union did not
want strong perfbrmance audits.
(2) Their Democratic leaders in Se-
attle told them to vote that way.
Newspapers all over the state,
including The Seattle Times and
TheNews Tribune in Tacoma, have
editorialized AGAINST these dra-
conian measures against our state
Constitution.
In addition, the Evergreen
Freedom Foundation (EFF) is tak-
ing the Washington Education
Association (WEA) to task over
the mishandling of member union
dues. The WEA is a union thug
against noncompliant union mem-
bers. This case is currently sitting
in the U.S. Supreme Court await-
ing a decision. In the meantime,
our legislators are considering a
back-door approach to thwart the
expected court outcome.
The headline of the Tribune
editorial on Monday, February 26,
states: "Why wait for courts to rule
when you have Democrats?"
Democrats have introduced
two bills in the legislature that
would undermine the court deci-
sion before the decision, is even
rendered. I guess that shows their
confidence in their argument. The
WEA wants to own the courts as it
does the legislature.
Why do Kathy Haigh and Bill
Eickmeyer support this antidemo-
cratic legislation? Two reasons: (1)
They get much campaign money
from the WEA union. (2) Their
Democratic leaders in Seattle told
them to vote that way.
Kathy Haigh has always
bragged about her strong support
for education, but the bill doing
away with the rights of teachers
is anti-education and anti-demo-
cratic.
Democrats may be in control of
the legislature, but they are not
omniscient. These moves against
the initiative process and to thwart
the court processes are anti-demo-
cratic. I hope there are Democrats
in Mason County who will stand
up to our legislators.
Let Haigh and Eickmeyer know
of your disgust in their support of
anti-democratic positions on the
initiative process. Let them know
of your disgust in their interfer-
ence with the court processes.
Maybe they will listen to Mason
County Democrats more than they
listen to Seattle Democrats.
Ardean A. Anvik
Star Lake
ommend Carter's book
The Journal:
Just finished reading Jimmy
Palestine: Peace not
and highly recommend
who are interested in un-
what is currently
in Israel/Palestine.
the truth to power
comfortable, but former
Carter knows that only
the need for both Is-
and Palestinians to achieve
will peace and security be-
a reality for either. In his
carefully leads the reader
he had with Is-
with 1973,
through the many peace
between Israeli and
leaders that he par-
in, from his presidency
to the present time.
the appendix he includes all
from 1967 to
documents what he has
in recent visits as Isra-
el's military occupation increases
control over every aspect of Pales-
tinian life, with roadblocks, check-
points and security gates.
My husband and I have visited
Israel/Palestine eight times, most
recently in April 2006. Our first
trip was a study tour in 1992 with
Lutheran Bible Institute in Se-
attle (currently Trinity Lutheran
College). We have traveled with
Evangelicals for Middle East Un-
derstanding (EMEU), which is
based in the U.S., and Sabeel Ecu-
menical Liberation Theology Cen-
ter, which is based in Jerusalem.
We have met with religious lead-
ers: Christians, Jews, and Mus-
lims.
Each time we return to the Holy
Land, we are shocked at the con-
tinuing devastation brought about
by Israeli occupation of the West
Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem.
Going against all international
agreements, Israel continues to
illegally demolish Palestinian
homes, confiscate their farmland
for Israeli-only highways and build
a 26-foot concrete wall which sepa-
rates farmers from their land and
all Palestinians from jobs, schools,
medical facilities and family.
Now, for the first time, a promi-
nent U.S. leader and internation-
ally acclaimed peace activist has
written a book that documents
what is going on. Thank you, Pres-
ident Carter, for daring to tell the
truth.
Our tax dollars help pay for the
building of the wall and the ex-
panding of illegal settlements on
Palestinian land. My hope is that
Palestine: Peace not Apartheid will
open an honest dialogue, so that
a lasting peace will come, which
results in a two-state solution,
whereby both Israel and Palestine
will be internationally recognized
and honored.
Sue Johnson
Union
ages should support bond
The Journal:
is the kind of question I've
lately: "Why are you
the Pioneer schools
when you don't have
don't work for the school
The people asking the
surmise that I'm past the
be considering starting a
it's not like I'm planning
ass a
issue today.
I'ra 'one of those peo-
are supposedly "not vest-
Even so, my hus-
I are doing what we can
out at Pioneer schools, in-
encouraging fellow citizens
on the March 13 bond
I'll tell you why I sup-
specific bond issue. Then,
why I believe support-
year-round is important
don't have kids.
the first time I
into Pioneer Intermediate
bout two years ago. It was
occasion because I
over a wastebasket
hallway to catch water
the roof. Then I saw
bore wastebaskets scat-
the hallway, each with
drip of water. Oh, I can
of you thinking, "This
is just because the district fails to
maintain the building." That is not
the case at all.
The district has been doing
the best it can with an outmod-
ed, poorly designed building. For
one thing, the roof plainly is not
designed for this climate. The
inverted arch of the roof beams
drain the rainwater to the cen-
ter where it doesn't take much to
cause the water to pool and drip
through the ceiling. The years of
dripping rain have taken their toll
on the interior structures. No, I
didn't poke around for dry rot, but
I know mustiness when I smell it.
I'm tired of throwing good main-
tenance money after bad design.
It's time to tear it down and start
over with a well-constructed, low-
maintenance and energy-efficient
building.
The proposed bond issue will
help to solve problems besides
the intermediate school. For ex-
ample, anyone can approach any
classroom from just about any
direction. Such a lack of security
for children in this day and age is
alarming. Also, I am embarrassed
to admit that the school district
where I am a taxpayer has sci-
ence learning facilities below the
standard I benefited from as a
Puyallup eighth-grader in 1968.
Improvements include safer exits
and entrances for cars and other
"fixes" here and there.
This is not a grandiose plan; it
is a sensible, cost-effective propos-
al that will, in the long run, reduce
maintenance costs and bring the
school campus up to a standard
that shows this community cares
about children and education.
Now, here is why I support
schools year-round. This country
has given us a great deal. It has
given us security, freedom and in-
numerable rights that other peo-
ple in the world do not have. If the
United States is to remain strong
and an example of freedom, then
we need to remain educationally
and intellectually competitive in
the world marketplace. Doing that
starts at home, in our school dis-
trict. Moreover, good schools in a
safe, pleasant campus help attract
stable families that contribute to
the community.
Let's give our kids decent sci-
ence and technology learning fa-
cilities. Let them have a safe place
to learn on a school campus that
encourages pride in our communi-
ty. Vote "yes" for Pioneer schools.
Janis Snoey
Shelton
COTTAGE
Full pallets only
112 pieces per pallet
Cash-n-carry
U-haul
015151
PALLET/
SPRING
IS: JUST
AROUND
THE
CORNER
FLAT-FREE
WHEELBARROW
6cu. fl.
Hardwood
handles
435 lb.
capacity
We'll assemble
for $81.99
Kit, 7162282
69.99
TIE DOWN
RATCHET OR
4 PK RATCHET
break
Free
48"
SHOPLIGHT
Comes fully
assembled
All metal housing
5' grounded cord
storage
8012908, 88731264 box 34332
WINDSHIELD
WASHER FLUID
BRAND
1 gal.
"* 30 SECOND "
OUTDOOR CLEANER
Cleans algae, moss,
mold, and mildew
growth and the
spores that cause
re-growth within
30 seconds
Cleans wood,
paint, concrete,
masonry, metal,
cloth, and plastic
' Won't harm plant.,
WINDEX
GLASS
bonus size
w/nozzle
refill
1220961
00UWNY JUMBO
PAPER TOWELS
!:: ::
6 roll pk.
6067615
TRASH CAN /
Red, Black, Green
32 gal.
Heavy duty
Snap on lid
Crack & dent
resistant
BRAND
7131451, 71162,71102
UTILITY TUB
I
' 20 gat,
Heavy duty
4259149
69.99
p.,mosu I
4nc
and blooming, _ I ,,tl
beautiful co,., | AHaTdwmre
" '%-. 426-4373 or 426-2411
00on,a,-,a,or, o, ,:,0-,'00
31oo5429, 31o19242 II Sunday 8:30-5:00
Thursday, March 1,2007 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Page 5