Keep Local Rule Local

Is it just me or does it somehow seem patently
unfair for Deschutes County to seek approval of ballot measure 9-70
from all voters when it specifically affects only homeowners on septic
systems in South County? This appears to be an effort to stack the deck
against those owners who could potentially have to replace their septic
systems at substantial cost to themselves.

I think this is much more about the cost and having government rammed down your throat, than it is about water quality.
Let the people who are going to have to pay, one way or the other, decide the matter.
Sincerely,
Dave Stalker

Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know how much I appreciate Jim Anderson's nature columns.

Yes, there are exceptions. I also understand that you want to have
some kind of stopgap so as not to have undesirables proliferating. But
isn't it time for the people owning/leasing the commercial real estate,
especially on the westside/downtown area of Bend, to take the cold
shower of reality?

Take a look at the rates these people are
still shooting for in the offices and stores, especially in the
downtown area of Bend. If your property is not in the top couple
percent of desirability you need to drop your initial asking prices
dramatically. The proliferation of 'For Lease' signs is exploding and
for good reason.