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Each candidate was asked to answer three questions for publication. These are the responses from Pete Montague. 1) Some residents have concerns about the re-zoning and potential development of the land around the trailer court along 1st St. Do you support this? Please explain why or why not. Yes, I do support this. Property owners should have the right to do as they see fit with the property they own if the proper legal channels are followed. It matters not if I agree or disagree with the business that goes in, it is the...
CHENEY – One of the area’s most popular recreational spots has a new manager. Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge brought on Cassie Roeder as the new Refuge Manager, and Deputy Project Leader for the entire complex. The entire Inland Northwest National Refuge Complex includes Turnbull, Little Pend O’Reille National Wildlife Refuge and Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. On Saturday, Oct. 14 she met with members of the non-profit Friends of Turnbull, and told them about curre...
SPOKANE – Long term recovery efforts are still in question for the fire victims of the Gray Fire, and a couple dozen people met at the Red Cross, 315 W. Nora, on Oct. 12 to discuss current allocations and potential options moving forward. They were joined by Washington Governor Jay Inslee. Inslee said he and his team visited the meeting to see if there is any other way in which the state can help, and to see if current efforts are being coordinated adequately. He also said t...
WINONA – An important wheat link in the railroad network spanning Adams, Lincoln, Spokane and Whitman Counties is nearly complete. "It's pretty much finished," state Department of Transportation's Rail, Freight and Ports division spokesowman Janet Matkin said Monday afterooon, Oct. 16, when asked about the status of the Rebel Flat Creek Trestle. The trestle was destroyed Aug. 19 in the Winona Fire that charred 2,525 acres in Whitman County near the historic town of Winona. T...
DAVENPORT—Trial dates in two prominent Lincoln County Superior Court criminal cases were continued at readiness hearings Tuesday, Oct. 17. Both the cases of 42-year-old Jonathan Ray Stocker of Sprague and 29-year-old Jordan Russell Mills-Jay of Spokane won’t go to trial on the original dates. Stocker, who is charged with five counts of first-degree possession of depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct and one count of second-degree possession of depictions of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct, has...
The following incidents were reported. Medical Lake October 9 Fire reported at the intersection of W Medical Lake Hwy and N Graham Rd Medics were called at 1010 E Lake St Sheriff’s Community Oriented Policing Effort at 124 S Lefevre St Crisis reported at 850 W Maple St Medics called at 620 E Golden Ct Suspicious circumstance reported at 1020 E Campbell St October 10 Traffic stop at the intersection of N Hallett St and E Lake St BC reported at 122 N Lefevre St Abuse reported at 850 W Maple St Abuse reported at 850 W Maple S...
What is your stance on Critical Race Theory 1. I don’t believe that Critical Race Theory has a place in our schools today. I think that CRT can be divisive and create more of a problem than what it claims to solve. Instead of telling our children that when anything bad happens to blame it on systemic racism, we need to focus on teaching our kids that through hard work and dedication that almost anything is possible. Taking responsibility for your actions and future is the most important thing that a child can learn. H...
1) Please explain your stance on including Critical Race Theory? CRT is a lens in which to view patterns of systemic racism that honors the experiences of black, indigenous, and people of color and the obstacles they face due to the color of their skin. As a teacher, I was not aware of CRT until I began PhD-level coursework and have never seen it at the K-12 level. The focus should be on Culturally Responsive Teaching instead, which connects students’ cultures, languages, and life experiences with what they learn in s...
What is your stance on Critical Race Theory This is not a conversation we are having, thus I do not have any comment on this question. 2) Many residents have been wanting to see new schools built, especially in Airway Heights. Elementary schools are moving forward, but there is no solid talk about a middle or high school yet. Do you see a need for secondary schools in Airway? What needs to happen? The Staff and School Board in Cheney Public Schools are very aware of the need for more Schools in our district due to the...
1) Some residents have concerns about the re-zoning and potential development of the land around the trailer court along 1st St. Do you support this? Please explain why or why not. I supported the rezoning from commercial to mixed use/residential prior to the discovery of a massive diesel leak in Minnie Creek. We have a massive housing crisis in our region and less restrictive zoning is a step in the right direction. However, I was and still am a vocal opponent to the redevelopment of the North Cheney Trailer Park. I won’t s...
Please explain your stance on including Critical Race Theory? Critical Race Theory is just that, a theory. There is no explicit instruction of CRT in the curriculum for schools in Washington state. Where it is discussed, it should be alongside all perspectives to ensure a well-rounded student learning experience. It is imperative, however, that these perspectives, while at times uncomfortable for some to hear, be shared and debated openly, and not kept away because it makes us feel poorly. 2) Many residents have been wanting...
1) Some residents have concerns about the re-zoning and potential development of the land around the trailer court along 1st St. Do you support this? Please explain why or why not. While it is good to have Cheney utilizing more Mixed Use zoning as it is part of an overall strong, healthy town, this specific potential development of the land under and around the mobile home park would displace approximately 70 households with no current plan on how to help these residents. This park is the most affordable housing option in...
1) Some residents have concerns about the re-zoning and potential development of the land around the trailer court along 1st St. Do you support this? Please explain why or why not. I did support the re-zone of the approximately 17 acres near Bi-Mart from commercial to a combination of mixed use and multi-family. Prior to the re-zone, the trailer park (a residential use) was a non-conforming use that existed in a commercial zone. The landowner has committed to working with current residents to provide relocation assistance...
Reader supports Long for council I have known Rebecca Long for more than 20 years. In that time, I have watched her succeed in everything she puts her mind to. A fellow (Eastern Washington university) Eagle and a champion for impactful causes—always standing up to be a voice for others—Rebecca gives generously of her time and talents in our community. Cheney deserves leaders like Rebecca, who have our best interests at heart while representing our needs, and shepherding our shared resources. She knows transparency is key to...
President Biden’s $65 billion infrastructure bill contains $8 billion for regional hubs to develop ways to produce and distribute hydrogen fuel. One is planned for the Pacific Northwest and should help haulers and truck manufacturers in Renton and Portland in their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, long-distance haulers need a network of hydrogen fueling stations (like today’s truck stops) along with affordable trucks and fuel. Hub researchers’ added...
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Commerce recently announced $850,000 in grants to four projects that support efforts to develop beneficial uses for industrial waste. The Industrial Symbiosis Program is only in its second year, and funded projects range from research and development to implementation. “Industrial symbiosis is one tool from a set of forward-looking ideas and applications demonstrating that growth does not have to equal waste,” said Commerce Director...
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