News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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Voters firmly rejected the Sisters School District's request for $14.5 million in bond funding for facilities repair and maintenance and technology purchases. The measure went down in the November 4 election by a margin of 56 percent to 44 percent. On the Wednesday after the election, the school board surveyed the aftermath and reflected on possible next steps. School Board Chair Don Hedrick's response seemed to reflect the general sentiment of the board. Hedrick said, "I am disappointed. I was cautiously optimistic, mainly b... Full story
The election for Sisters City Council on November 4 unseated incumbent mayor Brad Boyd and returned two incumbents. Newcomer Nancy Connolly was the top vote-getter and will serve for four years. Councilor David Asson was re-elected to a four-year term; incumbent Councilor Wendy Holzman won a two-year stint. Current planning commissioner Bob Wright also ran. Connolly ran on a pledge to increase council outreach to the community. She told The Nugget she wants to see the City provide more detailed information in advance on... Full story
