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Two sides to every story: vote yes for kids
In order to repair our track, it would cost upwards of 1 million dollars, regardless of whether this bond passes. …
Changing city charter shouldn't be taken lightly
At the Sept. 30 candidate forum I was asked if I supported the ballot measure to change the city’s charter to provide for an ombudsman. I replied, “No.” Here’s why.
Re-elect city council incumbents
We would like to take this opportunity to address the upcoming city election.
Supports Hildner and Sweeney for council
Richard Hildner and Frank Sweeney are men of exemplary integrity. Agree or disagree with some of their decisions, it is undeniable that they have reached their conclusions with what is best for Whitefish foremost i…
Repke earns conservation endorsement
As a candidate for city council I was asked to speak with representatives of Montana Conservation Voters regarding my views on development, conservation and environmental issues.
Explaining the ombudsman
Our next election shall occur shortly. On the ballot are two issues placed by the Whitefish Government Study Commission.
The spirit of Whitefish lives on
I was happy to read in the Sept.16 Pilot that the curfew siren will sound again when the new City Hall is completed.
Just how big is City Hall?
My name is Richard Atkinson, a.k.a. Old Man Walking, and I brought forth a petition for a ballot initiative to let the people of Whitefish vote on the $14.95 million monstrosity called our City Hall and parking gar…
Evaporation impacting lake water level, too
After reading the recent article in the Pilot about lake levels (Water Woes, Sept. 9) I feel one clarification is needed about municipal and irrigation pumping being a factor on the lake level.
Repke seeks clarity in budget
Last month, the Whitefish City Council approved the 2016 budget.
Incumbent ready to help shape city's next chapter
I am frequently asked why I’m running, again, for Whitefish City Council. Frankly, the short answer is, I enjoy it.
Commission ensures changes to city charter are vetted
I am an elected Commissioner on the Whitefish Local Government Review Commission. Over the last seven months we have had public meetings every two weeks where we reviewed the Whitefish Charter, which guides our abi…
Not backing down on City Hall vote
The city of Whitefish’s position on public votes now is clear: If the mayor and city councilors support your proposed referendum, go for it. If we do not, our lawyers will stop you.
Walk the beat with a bucket
I am a longtime resident of this city and a senior citizen. In the last week, I and my bucket of soapy water have cleaned the graffiti off the bus stop windows by Safeway, two concrete walls and three signs.
State audit worrisome
The financial audit for the State of Montana revealed some disturbing problems in front of the Legislative Audit Committee in Helena.
Move on with City Hall project
Who is this anonymous group of individuals as reported by the paper? And why are they hiding and afraid to reveal their names? Perhaps another group of newcomers always wanting to change things. We have lived here …