Area resident Bob Zak writes in agreement with two recent opinions published on Clark County Today
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I agree with two contributors today. John Jay, candidate for Charter Review Commission and his analysis of the Clark County Charter – its weakness and lack of balance between Executive and “Legislative” sections which make the county codes (rules/laws).
“Adding to this structural disadvantage is the part-time nature of the Council and its lack of dedicated staff. How can five part-time legislators without research support or reliable access to information serve as an effective check on six full-time elected executives, an appointed county manager, and over 1,500 county employees? And how can working citizens reasonably serve when Council meetings are scheduled for weekday mornings?” This last question is most important because “we the people” must be the primary power – not subordinate to the council.
Rep. John Ley endorses The Vine of C-TRAN in place of lite rail from Portland to Vancouver. Excellent. One problem that I see daily. Lack of ridership to pay for all this – and NO TOLLS to fund it.
Bob Zak
Hazel Dell, Lakeshore, Vancouver
Also read:
- Opinion: The income tax passed the House – what’s next?
Washington House approved a new tax despite bipartisan opposition; business leaders and residents signal economic impact and looming legal fights. - Opinion: Washington’s fight for liberty
Conservative columnist Nancy Churchill argues that despite the passage of a new 9.9% state income tax, signs of shifting political momentum in Washington state give reason for hope and continued action. - Opinion: Brandi Kruse and I are feeling discouraged but we’re planning to continue advocating for political change. Will you?
Clark County Today Editor Ken Vance reflects on a discouraging week in Washington state politics, echoing Brandi Kruse’s frustrations over Democrats’ state income tax victory and local decisions on transit and ICE while urging conservatives not to give up on advocating for political change. - Opinion: ‘My thoughts on yesterday’s tragic state income tax’
Leslie Lewallen argues Democrats passed an unconstitutional “millionaires tax” on March 10, 2026, rejected more than 70 Republican amendments, and set Washington on a path she says will harm jobs, schools, and families statewide. - Opinion: Starbucks founder flees the new NW tax hell
Lars Larson argues that Howard and Sheri Schultz are leaving the Pacific Northwest for Miami following Washington’s new millionaires tax and rapid state budget growth in Oregon and Washington.
