Politics
Here’s what open government looks like now in Clark County
Now, I can't fault Kelly Sills, Clark County's economic development director, for his handwriting. He didn't think that his notes would end up being the subject of a public disclosure […]
Deadbeat "Dads"
Maven Erik is out sick, so I'm filling in on my old county beat. And what did Commissioner Tom Mielke say when he saw me this morning? "We didn't cut funding." He […]
Deadbeat “Dads”
Maven Erik is out sick, so I'm filling in on my old county beat. And what did Commissioner Tom Mielke say when he saw me this morning? "We didn't cut funding." He […]
Leavitt’s plans for Valentine’s Day
Vancouver Mayor Tim Leavitt has a date lined up for Valentine's Day: himself. Leavitt said Tuesday he will announce on Feb. 14 whether he plans to seek a second four-year term. […]
Whither communication, Washougal?
Washougal City Councilor Paul Greenlee is at wits’ end about how to improve communication with citizens. The city is moving forward with drafting a “Strategic Plan Roadmap” for the city, […]
Mind the Facebook and the tweets, and follow modus operandi
Clark County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Chris Horne, who serves as counsel to the Clark County commissioners, gave a crash course on how to avoid “bad” and “unwanted” press during the […]
Leavitt turns to Facebook for feedback
Vancouver Mayor Tim Leavitt missed Monday's City Council meeting because he had the 24-hour flu, and he must have missed interacting with the public because on Tuesday he turned to […]
Eiken’s “Mighty” Accomplishment
When I took over the city beat from Andrea Damewood, she gave me a few tips, such as the fact that Chad Eiken is the most powerful person in Vancouver […]
Eiken’s "Mighty" Accomplishment
When I took over the city beat from Andrea Damewood, she gave me a few tips, such as the fact that Chad Eiken is the most powerful person in Vancouver […]