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Free MCHD to tap into grant funding

Editor: It is a fact that vibrant economies are dependent on strong health care and education systems. Right now, our local hospital district is unable to take advantage of grants to improve and...

DATE: Oct. 31, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

MCHD needs grants to provide equipment

Editor: I urge everyone to support 5D MCHD on the November ballot. The measure will enable the Montezuma County Hospital District to obtain larger grants from the Colorado Department of Local...

DATE: Oct. 28, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Waggoner demonstrates willingness to listen

Editor: I am writing this in support of current school board member Bob Waggoner who is an excellent asset to the Re-1 school board for several reasons. I had the opportunity to work with Waggoner...

DATE: Oct. 28, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

MCHD referendum benefits Montezuma County

Editor: The Montezuma County Hospital District board is asking the voters to remove the state law restrictions which prevent it from applying for large state grants. The Department of Local...

DATE: Oct. 28, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Investing in personnel, equipment is paramount

Editor: Two years ago this month I had the unthinkable happen for an emergency worker. Someone had to call 911 for me. I had spent almost 20 years as a police officer. I didn’t call 911, I...

DATE: Oct. 24, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Waggoner’s broad skills make him asset to board

Editor: Having served on public school boards myself, I recommend election of Bob Waggoner this fall because I am sure you will be pleased if you vote to have him continue his position on the...

DATE: Oct. 24, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Commissioners right to urge go-slow approach

Editor: The recent advertisement from the Rocky Mountain Farmer’s union hit the nail right on the head. The currently deferred lease sale near Hesperus and Mancos spans more than 12,000 acres,...

DATE: Oct. 24, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Fire district funding will promote community health

Editor: Safety. Health care. Education. These essential services are the backbone of a healthy and thriving community. Last year, this community said “yes” to education. We recognize the...

DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

5D helps SW Memorial without a tax hike

Editor: The Montezuma County Hospital District board is asking the voters to remove the state law restrictions that prevent it from obtaining large state Department of Local Affairs grants. DOLA...

DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Cortez Fire needs funds for our safety and theirs

Editor: The Cortez Fire Protection District needs our help to maintain and improve emergency services for all of us who live, work and/or own property in the district. We can help by voting for...

DATE: Oct. 21, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Help the local hospital

Editor: It is a fact that vibrant economies are dependent on strong health-care and education systems. Right now, our local hospital district is unable to take advantage of grants to improve and...

DATE: Oct. 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote yes to help hospital, fire districts

Editor: A modern local hospital is critical to the physical and economic health of a rural community. We are very fortunate to have such a facility in Southwest Memorial Hospital. Unfortunately it...

DATE: Oct. 18, 2013 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

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