Thanks for all the comments explaining that URAs take tax money which should go to the county and school system and spend it to "attract tourists". Urban blight is when a private developer is allowed to demolish buildings whose tenants generated property tax income, and replace those revenue-generating buildings with . . .rubble? nothing? Good city planning.
Thank you for your editorial supporting tuition-free all-day Kindergarten. How many research studies do we need to convince the Steamboat Springs School Board that all-day Kindergarten is an invaluable investment in the future of our youngest citizens? I strongly suspect that $311,000.00 can be found somewhere in the system's enormous budget to fund all-day Kindergarten, especially since the district seems top-heavy with administrators.
Thank you, Lu Etta, for saying what needed to be said about autism spectrum disorders and the Newtown massacre. What happened in the mind of Adam Lanza that caused him to kill innocent children and school staff members may never be known. Whether or not he had a disgnosis of Asperger's Syndrome played no role is his decision to kill 26 defenseless humans.
Thank you, Chula, for beautifully expressing my opinion about the decisions made to increase the size of the facility and the cost to users by the "Old Town Hot Springs" board. My greatest concern is that the board committed members to huge indebtedness without asking for a vote from the members.
What a waste of time and the public's money to prosecute the possession of less than one ounce marijuana cases. Open-mindedness ought to be a requirement for the position of D.A.
Martha D Young 1 month, 2 weeks ago on Loretta Van Norstrand: Defending our rights
Loretta Van Norstrand: Defending our rights
Loretta - Please read the U.S. Constitution and learn about who has the responsibility to "enforce" laws. Thank you.
Martha D Young 2 months ago on West Acres owners confirm new mobile home park planned for Steamboat's west side
West Acres owners confirm new mobile home park planned for Steamboat's west side
Thank you, Kevin, for pointing out the moribund River Walk project. What a testament to good city planning that mess is.
Martha D Young 2 months, 1 week ago on Steamboat Springs urban renewal group plans $240,000 in landscaping at Mount Werner Circle
Steamboat Springs urban renewal group plans $240,000 in landscaping at Mount Werner Circle
Thanks for all the comments explaining that URAs take tax money which should go to the county and school system and spend it to "attract tourists". Urban blight is when a private developer is allowed to demolish buildings whose tenants generated property tax income, and replace those revenue-generating buildings with . . .rubble? nothing? Good city planning.
Martha D Young 2 months, 2 weeks ago on Our View: Steamboat Springs School District should commit to funding all-day kindergarten
Our View: Steamboat Springs School District should commit to funding all-day kindergarten
Thank you for your editorial supporting tuition-free all-day Kindergarten. How many research studies do we need to convince the Steamboat Springs School Board that all-day Kindergarten is an invaluable investment in the future of our youngest citizens? I strongly suspect that $311,000.00 can be found somewhere in the system's enormous budget to fund all-day Kindergarten, especially since the district seems top-heavy with administrators.
Martha D Young 4 months, 2 weeks ago on Our View: Nancy Stahoviak's service deserving of celebration
Our View: Nancy Stahoviak's service deserving of celebration
Nancy served as a considerate, thoughtful and wise commissioner. Routt County will miss her wisdom and courage.
Martha D Young 5 months ago on Lu Etta Loeber: Clearing the air
Lu Etta Loeber: Clearing the air
Thank you, Lu Etta, for saying what needed to be said about autism spectrum disorders and the Newtown massacre. What happened in the mind of Adam Lanza that caused him to kill innocent children and school staff members may never be known. Whether or not he had a disgnosis of Asperger's Syndrome played no role is his decision to kill 26 defenseless humans.
Martha D Young 5 months, 2 weeks ago on Chula Beauregard: Mindful of our roots
Chula Beauregard: Mindful of our roots
Thank you, Chula, for beautifully expressing my opinion about the decisions made to increase the size of the facility and the cost to users by the "Old Town Hot Springs" board. My greatest concern is that the board committed members to huge indebtedness without asking for a vote from the members.
Martha D Young 5 months, 3 weeks ago on Rob Douglas: Time for clarity regarding infrastructure expenses
Rob Douglas: Time for clarity regarding infrastructure expenses
Thanks Rob, Scott and Kriss for your comments. When will City Council members wake up, read and listen to the wisdom of our citizens?
Martha D Young 6 months ago on Routt County's district attorney won't drop petty pot cases
Routt County's district attorney won't drop petty pot cases
What a waste of time and the public's money to prosecute the possession of less than one ounce marijuana cases. Open-mindedness ought to be a requirement for the position of D.A.
Martha D Young 6 months, 1 week ago on Former Steamboat councilmen Ivancie, Brenner eyeing open District 3 commissioner spot
Former Steamboat councilmen Ivancie, Brenner eyeing open District 3 commissioner spot
Thank you, Ken and Steve, for volunteering for the commissioner position. Either of you would do justice to Diane's legacy.