LAW & JUSTICE, and ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS:

LAW & JUSTICE REPORT

From the Dept. of Justice

Summary of the Justice Forum in Detroit

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against United Airlines for Violating Employment Rights of U.S. Air Force Reservist

Justice Department Settles Immigration-Related Discrimination Claim Against San Diego Staffing Company

Federal Agencies Issue Joint Guidance to Help Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery Providers Comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act

US MARSHALL SERVICE: Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested in Chicago U.S. Marshals Task Force Assists Ames Police in Manhunt

FROM THE FBI FILES: 

10 most wanted:
https://www.fbi.gov/wanted
bank robbers: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/bank-robbers
Seeking information: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/seeking-information

INTERPOL: Global response to terrorism must evolve with the threat - INTERPOL Chief

Other law and justice headlines....

NY man in court charged with murdering Muslim cleric, assistant (REU)

Oregon Refuge Defendant Who Appeared in Video Pleads Guilty---NBC News

Killed by a Stranger: A Rare Event, but a Rising Fear---NY TIMES

NORTHWEST LAW & JUSTICE...

AG FERGUSON ARGUES STATE MARIJUANA REGULATION SHOULD BE FREE FROM FEDERAL INTERVENTION

AG FILES CAMPAIGN FINANCE COMPLAINT AGAINST PORT OF TACOMA OFFICIALS, EDB, CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

IN AG INVESTIGATION, COURT FINDS TIM EYMAN VIOLATED JUNE 29 ORDER

Seattle’s top-paid employee was under workplace investigation when mayor nominated him---SEATTLE TIMES

2 men arrested for outrageously unwanted sexual advances----SEATTLE PI

ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK:

How do the blind watch the Olympics? NBC helps them hear it---Seattle PI

Stop construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline which endangers the water supply to Native American reservations.
Created by C.S. on August 15, 2016
The Dakota Access pipeline is set to be constructed near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation in North Dakota, crossing under the Missouri River which is the only source of water to the reservation. The pipeline is planned to transport approximately 470,000 barrels of crude oil per day. The potential of oil leaks would contaminate the only source of water for the reservation. While Dakota Access claims oil leaks are unlikely, an oil leak from a separate pipeline in North Dakota was discovered (8/15/16) to have leaked over 500 barrels of oil since the leak began on July 19, 2016. You can read the article here: http://bit.ly/2aVm5cv. A leak like this from the Dakota Access pipeline would leave the Standing Rock Sioux without any clean water.
petition link: https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/stop-construction-dakota-access-pipeline-which-endangers-water-supply-native-american-reservations

Editorial Note: I imagine there are other places to build this needed pipeline other than near a water source...THINK!

After Firing Employee With Special Needs, Wal-Mart To Pay Up---Disability Scoop

Disability Could Play Outsized Role In Election---Disability Scoop

HUD AND CENSUS BUREAU ANNOUNCE NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY IN JULY

FAO: NORWICH: CITY EYES GRANT FOR FLUORIDE SYSTEM UPGRADES



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What Are the Consequences of Evolution?
The modern theory of evolution has had far greater spiritual consequences than many people realize. Evolution teaches that, ever since life began, natural forces have led to the development of progressively better and better life forms -- hence, continual improvement.---Gospel Way

WORLD & NATIONAL NEWS DIGEST REPORTS:

WORLD NEWS DIGEST REPORT

News from the US Mission to the UN:

Statement on the Attack on the Terrain Compound in Juba, South Sudan

Quote: " During the fighting throughout the city, the U.S. embassy in South Sudan responded to distress calls from the compound and urgently contacted South Sudanese government officials, who sent a response force to the site to stop the attack. We are deeply concerned that United Nations peacekeepers were apparently either incapable of or unwilling to respond to calls for help."----Ambassador Samantha Power

Remarks at the Closing of the 2016 Youth Assembly at the United Nations
Quote: " A world where the lottery of birth – where you are born and who you are born to - doesn’t’ determine your prospects in life. A world where the color of your skin and the God that you may believe in – matters less than the content of your character. A world where young people feel truly connected to one another and empowered to take action on the issues that are important to them."---Andy Rabens, Special Advisor for Global Youth Issues, U.S. Department of State

Explanation of Vote at the Adoption UN Security Council Resolution 2304 on the Renewal of the UN Mission in South Sudan
Quote: " It is because of this horrific violence that South Sudan’s regional partners and the African Union have called on the Security Council to authorize urgently a Regional Protection Force. This resolution does that. In our deliberations, some members of this Council expressed concern that we were moving too quickly. "---Ambassador David Pressman Alternate Representative to the UN for Special Political Affairs

NEWS HEADLINES FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

Yemen: Ban condemns reported coalition airstrike on rural hospital that leaves 11 dead

UN chief congratulates Zambia on peaceful elections

UN in Iraq condemns reporter’s death, calls for journalists’ safety amid ‘growing pattern of threats’

UN combats spread of cattle disease in Europe through early-detection training


From the US STATE DEPT:

Concerns Regarding Detention of Darfuris by Government of Sudan Authorities

Bombings in Thailand

Daily Press Briefing: Democratic Republic of the Congo


From the US DEFENSE DEPT:

Carter Hails Liberation of Key Syrian City From ISIL Control

In other world news headlines....

Russian warplanes take off from Iran to target IS in Syria (AP)

Snowden: Exposure of alleged NSA tools may be warning to US (AP)

Yellow fever vaccination drive starts; global spread warned (AP)

UK radical preacher Anjem Choudary convicted of IS support (AP)

NATIONAL DIGEST REPORT

THE WHITE HOUSE: Remarks by the President at DNC Fundraiser

THE WHITE HOUSE: Weekly Address: Providing a Better, Cleaner, Safer Future for Our Children

THE WHITE HOUSE: President Obama Signs Louisiana Disaster Declaration

US DEFENSE DEPT: Military Orientation for Civilians Underway this Week

US TREASURY DEPT:  Treasury Designates Top Sinaloa Cartel Associates

US TREASURY DEPT:  Treasury International Capital Data for June

USDA: Experimental Farming in the Name of Soil Health: Steve Siverling’s Story

EPA:  EPA and DOT Finalize Greenhouse Gas and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Trucks

EPA: EPA Awards $122,300 to Santo Domingo Tribe to Protect the Environment

US DEPT. OF INTERIOR: Interior Announces Fastest Successful Recovery of an Endangered Species Act-Listed Mammal; Three Island Fox Subspecies Now Fully Delisted

In other national news headlines...

FBI to give Congress report on lack of charges over Clinton's email use: CNN (REU)
* Only Hillary and Bill can get away with things like this don't you know?

Clinton names close confidants, Obama veterans to transition team (REU)
* Excuse me, was there an election that no one knew about? That's like saying the fix is already in!

Trump names six U.S. governors as agricultural advisors (REU)
* Same can be said for "the Donald" maybe if he spend some time working on the farm he wouldn't need advisors.

Former Fox News chief Ailes is not advising Trump: campaign (REU)

Trump promises to work with NATO to defeat Islamic State (REU)

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Question: Can Trump, Johnson, or Clinton stand up to Putin's quest to retake the Ukraine?

Related story: Putin hints at war in Ukraine but may be seeking diplomatic edge (REU)


DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Is God the Author of Evil?
Among the so-called discrepancies that skeptics claim to have found in the Bible is the question of whether or not God is the author of evil. Verses such as 1 Corinthians 14:33, Deuteronomy 32:4, and James 1:13 teach that God does not originate sin. Skeptics maintain that such verses contradict passages including Lamentations 3:38, Jeremiah 18:11, Isaiah 45:7, Amos 3:6, and Ezekiel 20:25 which, they claim, teach God is the author of evil. Let us examine the evidence.---Gospel Way

MONDAY'S BUSINESS & FINANCE REPORT

News from the US Chamber of Commerce:

Timing of Panama Canal Expansion Is Perfect for American Natural Gas Producers

Clinton’s Confounding Position on Trade and TPP

Ranking the States: The Legal (and College Football) Landscape

Declining Labor Productivity Both a Symptom and a Warning

From the US Dept. of Labor:

MIND/GAME: My Unquiet Journey with a Mental Health Condition

Back Wages Give Los Angeles Man a New Beginning

Initial UI Claims Blow Past Another Record

US MINE SAFETY AGENCY ISSUES SAFETY ALERT FOR DRILL OPERATORS

News from the USDA:

Farmers Markets Bring Farm-Fresh Foods & Fun to Summer Meals

It’s Not Too Late to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week!

Using Data for Social Good

USDA Announces Safety Net Assistance for Milk Producers Due to Tightening Dairy Margins

From the IRS: The National Taxpayer Advocate Wants to Hear from You: Olson to Hold Public Forum on Taxpayer Service Needs in Portland, Ore., on Aug. 18

New Phishing Scheme Mimics Software Providers; Targets Tax Professionals

FDA: FDA updates draft guidance on premarket safety notifications for dietary supplement industry

In other business and finance headlines....

Hotels in 10 states and DC may have been hit by hackers (AP)

Social Security Administration drops its texting requirement---Money

Is Google Replacing Chrome OS, Android With Fuchsia?---International Business Times



NORTHWEST BUSINESS BRIEF

Everett firm develops oil-spill dispersal system for 737s---Everett Herald

Nation’s largest used car dealer starts work on Lynnwood lot---Everett Business Journal

Here’s how Nordstrom plans to turn around its declining sales and profit---Puget Sound Business Journal

Billionaire developer Selig racks up $2M in unpaid Seattle City Light bills---SEATTLE TIMES

Neighbors worry about Mercer Slough amid East Link light-rail construction----SEATTLE TIMES


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The Claims of Jesus
Claims of Jesus Christ: Deity, Son of God, Eternal Savior
Many people today, including many who claim to be Christians, express doubt that Jesus is the Divine Son of God, the Savior of the world. Or they speculate that people may be saved by someone other than Jesus. Since the four gospel accounts of Jesus´ life constitute the only eyewitness record we have of Jesus´ teachings, let us consider what Jesus Himself actually claimed in those records.----Gospel Way

THE CITY TO MULL OVER UTILITY RESOURCE PLAN, EDC CONTRACT, & MEETING PROTOCALS

Three items on the next city council meeting that caught my eye was one, the city's utility resource plan. According to the staff memo provided in the council packet:
The electric utility is required, by RCW 19.280.030, to submit an updated

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Resource Plan (Plan) to the Washington Department of Commerce by September 1, 2016. The principal desired outcome is to ensure that electric utilities have resources adequate to meet projected loads, especially as the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) has moved to a tiered rate structure from its previous melded rate schedule.
In its projection of the resources estimated to serve future loads, the Plan must explain why those resources were chosen. If those chosen resources were not conservation, efficiency, or renewable energy resources, an explanation must be provided on why such a decision was made. Staff prepared the Plan using typical growth rates and the City’s current and anticipated future resource mix. The state-required Plan must be updated every two years and will be available to the public from the City’s website. The Plan can be modified in the future if opportunities arise for financially sound renewable energy resources. At the August 2, 2016 City Council meeting, the Council requested that a 2nd public comment period be conducted at the August 16, 2016 Council meeting to provide further opportunity for comment on the City’s resource plan. (See page h-1 for further details)

Editor's note: We keep bowing to the wishes of the mighty BPA don't we? One of the many reasons we start producing our own sources of energy.

The second item on next week's agenda is: Clallam County Economic Development Corporation - Contract
According to the staff memo provided: On February 2, 2016 City Council discussed the Clallam County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) contract. City Council voted 4 to 3 to request that staff draft a contract with the EDC in the amount of $10,000 from the restricted economic development account special project funds.
Funding: Historically, the City has provided $15,000 in funding to the Clallam County Economic
Development Council. Based on the 2015 City Council priority setting process, EDC Funding was eliminated from 2016 Budget. On February 2nd Council requested that staff allocate $10,000 for the contract. The approved budget does contain restricted funds that could be utilized for the EDC contract. Specifically staff identified $10,000 in the restricted economic development account identified for special projects. Based on Council direction from the February 2nd meeting these funds will be utilized for the contract. (see page I-1)

Editorial note: Why continue to feed this agency given it's track record to date? Have we seen any new industrial development? More Jobs? And yet, they come asking for another 10k, doing what?


And finally the hot topic of the evening coming on Tuesday: City Council Rules of Procedure
According to the staff memo provided: Council has worked to review and discuss changes to the Rules of Procedure on several occasions. Most recently, Council held a public hearing on the Rules of Procedure at its June 21st meeting and ultimately decided to continue the matter to a future meeting. Council is being presented with three versions of the Rules of Procedure for
consideration:
1. Version 1 are the rules as they are currently adopted; 2. Version 2 is a clean copy of what was presented at the June 21st meeting. It is based on the work done by Councilmember Collins and includes Council consensus on several of the sections; 3. Version 3 is the most recent version which incorporates suggested changes from Council member Bruch. (see page I-37)
Any person disrupting the business of the Council, either while addressing the Council or attending its meetings, shall be asked to cease such disruption. For clarification, disruption of a City Council meeting does not require behavior that constitutes a breach of the peace, although a breach of the peace would constitute a disruption of a City Council meeting. Rather, disruption of a City Council meeting is any behavior that interrupts the Council meeting or prevents the Council from accomplishing its business in a reasonably efficient manner. For purposes of illustration only, such disruption may include, but is not limited to:
• irrelevant or repetitious speech
• continuing to speak after the allotted time has expired
• audience demonstrations such as booing, display of signs, or any other conduct that disrupts the Council proceedings. (This is version 3 after the edits from Council member Bruch.)
Editor's note: looks like signs and flags are a no, no...I wonder if that includes Old Glory? As for signs I am still tempted to show up having my Army T-shirt in support of the military presence here in Port Angeles, and having old glory on my wheelchair...wonder if that would be considered disruptive? Include my sign on my chair promoting The Ripley Report....hum....so tempted.
See full agenda: http://wa-portangeles.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/3257


County will hear presentation by Jim Buck on the report of Casadia Rising exercise.
At the next work session of the County Presentation by Emergency Management volunteer Jim Buck for 2016 Cascadia Rising Exercise after action report.
Among other items on the work session (see full agenda) 
see details of work session agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_packet.pdf


During their regular meeting on Tuesday, the highlight item on their agenda is yet another executive session item, which the public, and media can't attend:
The Prosecuting Attorney's Office has requested an executive session with the Board of County
Commissioners, Department of Community Development, and Human Resources/Risk Department. The purpose of the session is to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency matters of relating to potential litigation related to Ord. 909, to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to become, a party.
Discussing such matters in executive session is appropriate because public knowledge of the discussion would reveal the County's legal strategies and likely result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency. RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) expressly authorizes a governing body to convene an executive session for the above-described purposes.
Other than that the next highlighted item on their agenda next week is: Resolution granting approval authority for emergency warrants as allowed by revised code of Washington (RCW) 42.24.180
see full agenda for other items: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf
See details of agenda items: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_packet.pdf

Editorial note: Oh, one note worthy item that is on the next agenda coming this Tuesday that's this little item: Agreement with Peninsula Daily News for printing legal publications beginning July 1, 2016 and ending June 30, 2017
 It is interesting that no other publication had issued a bid for this other than the PDN. Why hasn't the Port O Call issue a bid to do this advertising? Or has it been solely the PDN that the county wants to do business with. But, then again, who would want to be dubed Pravda for the year? Did the county bother to issue bids on this? Or did they assumed that the PDN would do the job?


In other local and regional meetings...

PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA HIGHLIGHT ITEM:
Ordinance 3157 Amending Ordinance No. 3123 to Clarify the Projects to be Financed with Proceeds of the City’s Limited Tax General Obligation Bond Anticipation Note, 2014

See full agenda: http://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=835

PUD Meeting agenda: https://www.clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Preagenda-August-15-2016.pdf

JEFFERSON COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA ITEM HIGHLIGHT: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION re: AGREEMENT, Amendment No. 1 re: Salish Behavioral Health Organization; No Dollar Amount, Change in Membership Only; Jefferson County Public Health; Kitsap County, Clallam County, and Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe.
See full agenda: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Agendas/08-15-16.pdf

NEWS COMMENTARIES FROM NATIONAL AND STATE SOURCES

Join the Army and Choose Whichever God You Like---NY TIMES

Is God Transgender?---NY TIMES

A quote from Eastwood reflects my thoughts
on this type of promotion of abomination
towards God.

Quote from the article posted: In fact, the Hebrew Bible, when read in its original language, offers a highly elastic view of gender. And I do mean highly elastic: In Genesis 3:12, Eve is referred to as “he.” In Genesis 9:21, after the flood, Noah repairs to “her” tent. Genesis 24:16 refers to Rebecca as a “young man.” And Genesis 1:27 refers to Adam as “them.”
Surprising, I know. And there are many other, even more vivid examples: In Esther 2:7, Mordecai is pictured as nursing his niece Esther. In a similar way, in Isaiah 49:23, the future kings of Israel are prophesied to be “nursing kings.”
Editorial note: mis -quoting scripture to prove that changing sexual identity as normal, has got to be the most foolish thing to do. Which version of the bible he was quoting the "queen james bible" or something like that?
What those versus actually say:
Genesis 9:21 New King James Version (NKJV) 21 Then he drank of the wine and was drunk, and became uncovered in his tent.
Genesis 3:12New King James Version (NKJV) 12 Then the man said, “The woman whom You gave to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I ate.”
Genesis 9:21New King James Version (NKJV) 21 Then he drank of the wine and was drunk, and became uncovered in his tent. (the versus was speaking of Noah...NOT EVE!)
Genesis 24:16New King James Version (NKJV) 16 Now the young woman was very beautiful to behold, a virgin; no man had known her. And she went down to the well, filled her pitcher, and came up. (Nope no referring Rebecca as a man there)
Genesis 1:27New King James Version (NKJV) 27 So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.
read this from the Gospel Way: Man in the Image of God
Unlike the animals, man was created in the image or likeness of God (Gen. 1:26-28). This is what makes man superior to animals. This concept is both challenging and amazing. What consequence does this have to the subject of creation as compared to evolution? (Note that Adam, in the image of God, in turn had a son in his image - Gen. 5:1-5).
http://www.gospelway.com/topics/man/man-image-god.php
Esther 2:7New King James Version (NKJV)
7 And Mordecai had brought up Hadassah, that is, Esther, his uncle’s daughter, for she had neither father nor mother. The young woman was lovely and beautiful. When her father and mother died, Mordecai took her as his own daughter.
Isaiah 49:23New King James Version (NKJV)
23 Kings shall be your foster fathers, And their queens your nursing mothers;
They shall bow down to you with their faces to the earth, And lick up the dust of your feet. Then you will know that I am the Lord, For they shall not be ashamed who wait for Me.”

Editorial Note: As I said typical liberal drivel to promote an abomination towards God.

Black Lives Matter must rescind anti-Israel declaration---Boston Globe

Editorial note: Prove once again that "black lives matter' group is just another hate group.

What a failed Soviet coup can teach us about 21st-century populism---WP

NORTHWEST COMMENTARIES

Washington’s ‘use it or lose it’ law hinders farm water efficiency---Bellingham Herald

I unfriended my best friend. When Facebook and family don’t mix---Bellingham Herald

Editorial note: In a word...Oh brother! Allow differences in politics to wreck relationships!

A parent’s survival guide for moving a college freshman---The Olympian

Reefer madness at the DEA — when will the feds catch up?---Seattle Times


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You Cannot Deceive God
Many in the past have and many today continue to disobey the Word of God. This they do thinking all is well in their spiritual lives.---Truth for the World

PORT ANGELES DIGEST: INDUSTRIAL FISHING INDUSTRIES WILL HAVE TO WAIT ON INCENTIVES

Editorial note: I sent an email to the Port asking about subsidies provided to the commercial fishing trade. Something which I support by the way, in providing incentives to the commercial fishing trade.

The following is the answer I got from the Port Director, Karen Goschen:

"We  decided to wait on incentives until a new Agent agreement has been completed so the Agent can be part of determining how and what incentives are needed and to integrate incentives into a marketing plan. This will include exploring incentives to attract new moorage tenants as well as exploring incentives for commercial fishing. We did a little research on marinas that provide incentives for commercial fishing. Whether incentives are offered or not it is related to the mix of moorage tenants and commercial fishing activity and location as well as other factors. Incentives will need to be reviewed and approved by the Commission.  

 Of the 8 regional marinas it looks like  the following marinas do have separate, lower commercial rates:

 Port Townsend Boat Haven, Neah Bay (Makah Marina), Cap Sante Marina (Anacortes)

 The following marinas do not have separate commercial rates:

 Shilshole Bay Marina, Anacortes Marina, Kingston, Pleasant Harbor, Port Hadlock, Port Ludlow, Port Orchard, Herb Beck Marina (Quilcene)"---from an emailed letter.

I asked the question if incentives as discussed during a work session during last week was still on the table. Apparently, that is on hold. 

  (See page VIII. B.1.1 in agenda packet for details.)

Related news stories:
Port of Port Angeles to raise boat-slip rates---PDN
Quote from article posted: " A 30-foot slip at the Boat Haven that costs a vessel owner $5.91 a foot, or $2,127 a year now, will cost $30 more annually beginning in January.
Local marina rates going up again----KONP Radio

COUNTY TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING ON VACATION RENTALS ON AUG. 23rd

Notice of hearing(s) to be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 23 regarding 1) Proposed ordinance adding a new chapter in Title 33 titled “Vacation Rentals” and 2) Proposed amendments to Clallam County Code 33.03, Definitions.
That was one of all the agenda items considered and approved during their meeting on Tuesday which includes the following agenda items:
 Amendment 1 with C. Akin Blitz and Bullard Law extending the contract for labor and employment law related representation from August 1, 2016 to January 1, 2017
 Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation for guardrail improvements at Lower Elwha Road, Little River Road, and Quillayute Road
 Contract with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources for purchase of valuable products appraised at $25,000 or less from state lands
Notice of bids to be received no later than 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 30 for the Clallam County Jail Camera and Recording Installation project
 Notice of bids to be received no later than 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 23 for the 2016 Countywide Intersection and Road Repair project
Approval of budget modifications for the week of July 25  Notice the Preliminary 2017 Clallam County Budget will be available September 13
However the hot topic of the day was this item which was executive sessioned:
The Prosecuting Attorney's Office has requested a 30-minute executive session with the Board of County Commissioners, the Administrator, and the County Road Engineer and/or his designee. The purpose of the session is to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency matters of pending litigation [Simpson v. Clallam County, Kitsap County Superior Court Cause No. 14-2-02422-5 and Miles v. Clallam County, Clallam County Superior Court Cause No. 16-2-00543-1] to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is or is likely to become, a party.
Discussing such matters in executive session is appropriate because public knowledge of the discussion would reveal the County's legal strategies and likely result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency. RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) expressly authorizes a governing body to convene an executive session for the above-described purposes.

Editorial note:  No members of the public or press was permitted to hear what this was all about.






In other local news headlines...

Coast is clear: European green crabs absent from Strait of Juan de Fuca — so far---PDN

Port of Port Angeles facilities called instrumental to a Cascadia earthquake response---PDN

98-year-old boat steals heart of man in Port Townsend — and life savings---PDN

 Best new business idea on peninsula--Port O Call

EDC unfit for stated mission –---Port O Call

Nippon paper mill, cogeneration plant in Port Angeles for sale
There is no sign the Ediz Hook facility would close, officials say.---PDN
Question: What would the Port want with a paper mill?

Quote from article posted:  “We wanted to make you aware of our sale process as we believe the Port of Port Angeles may be interested in acquiring this key piece of property as part of our sale process.”

Councilors vote down zoning code update---Sequim Gazette

 Colonial Festival goes forward with history----Sequim Gazette

Film Explores End-of-Life Care-Free Screening of ‘Being Mortal’ Aug. 23---Forks Forum

Project to benefit overwintering fish habitat---Forks Forum

Markets celebrate National Farmers Market Week---PT LEADER

4-H leader stays active, would like others to join her---PT LEADER



NEWS FROM ACROSS THE STRAIT ( Victoria BC)

Petition pushes for coverage of marijuana pills for veterans---Times Colonist

May considers quitting as federal Green leader over anti-Israel vote---Times Colonist

15 Questions: With Randy Wright, vice president of Harbour Air---Victoria News


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Is God One Individual Being or Three?
Some people believe that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are not three separate and distinct living beings, but are all one and the same individual. What does the Bible say?---Gospel Way

THE OLYMPIC DIGEST

NEWS FROM OUR CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO WASHINGTON DC:


Cantwell and Kilmer Tout Bill to Support Innovation in Wood Building Construction, Tour Site of Future SPI Timber Mill

Press release issued by Congressman Kilmer on Augest 9th:
Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) held a roundtable in Shelton, WA to discuss innovative wood products and their bipartisan bill that could create jobs and opportunities for rural communities.
The Timber Innovation Act would advance innovative wood products such as cross-laminated timber (CLT). CLT has received attention for being a less expensive and less carbon-intensive than alternative building products.
The members were joined at the site by local timber industry officials, environmental groups, and economic development stakeholders. The use of CLT products could help reduce future building costs, improve environmental impact, strengthen structures in the face of seismic disturbances, and provide needed opportunities to strengthen our nation’s timber industry.
“Devastating fires across the state have cost billions to fight. Cross-laminated timber and long term timber contracts could help us maintain better forest health while bolstering local economies,” said Cantwell. “CLT is beginning to open new market opportunities. This is something the forest products industry has shown us time and again:  new technologies can create new markets for wood and assist us in maintaining healthy working forests.”
“Folks in our region don’t want our top export to be our young people,” said Kilmer. “Cross-laminated timber gives us a chance to utilize an abundant and sustainable product native to Washington state that connects rural economies to greener urban growth. We will continue to fight for our bipartisan bill so we can make it easier for construction sites across the country to use sturdy, innovative, renewable wood products grown and manufactured on the Olympic Peninsula.”
The legislation would:

Establish a new performance driven research and development program on tall wood building construction in the United States; Authorize the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) popular Tall Wood Building Prize Competition for the next five years;
Create federal grants for state, local, tribal, university and private sector entities to support education and outreach to accelerate the use of wood in tall buildings; Incentivize the retrofitting of existing facilities located in areas with high unemployment rates; and
Authorize technical assistance from USDA, in cooperation with qualified state officials, to address evolving building codes when utilizing mass timber products.
A number of public and private entities in the Pacific Northwest are exploring how to make the best use of local resources, a skilled workforce, and mill infrastructure to develop and produce environmentally friendly, sustainable, and durable CLT products that can create jobs in local communities.
After the roundtable, Senator Cantwell and Representative Kilmer toured the site of a sawmill scheduled to be opened in 2017 and to be run by Sierra Pacific Industries in Shelton. The mill is estimated to provide about 200 local jobs.
ref. http://kilmer.house.gov/news/press-releases/cantwell-and-kilmer-tout-bill-to-support-innovation-in-wood-building-construction-tour-site-of-future-spi-timber-mill

News from other sources on our congressional delegation

Seattle PI: Patty Murray money appeal: I can stand up to Mike Pence

 Most recent press release from Sen. Cantwell dated Aug. 2nd: Cantwell, Murray, Bipartisan Senators Urge CMS to Expand Substance Abuse Treatment Coverage

NEWS FROM OLYMPIA:

Inslee announces appointment of Roger Millar as secretary of Department of Transportation

Inslee endorses national rape kit reform effort

DOE: U.S. Department of Energy fined $50,000 for dangerous waste violations at Hanford

WDFW: Sockeye fishing on the Columbia River

DOH: State disciplines health care providers

DOR: Revenue offers free tax workshop Aug. 17 in Federal Way

Sec. of State: Prominent Nez Perce member JoAnn Kauffman latest Legacy Washington profile subject

IN OTHER NORTHWEST HEADLINES....

U.S. government won’t reclassify marijuana, but allows research---Seattle Times

Seattle City Council bans rental discrimination based on source of income---Seattle PI

Former city attorney demands apology---Spokesman Review

Housing project proposed for tribal members living in substandard conditions on Columbia River---Spokesman Review

TriMet plans $11 million Steel Bridge repair project---The Columbian/ The Oregonain

NOTE PAD:

Today's video clip, part two of the discussion regarding moorage rates during the Port Commission meeting on Monday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D3eOnLFwew

Join the debate in our FB group page

DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Jesus and the Power to Forgive Sin
(Mark 2:1-12; cf. Matthew 9:1-8; Luke 5:17-26)
In these accounts, four men carried a paralytic man ("palsy" -- KJV) to Jesus lying on a bed. Since they could not get near Jesus, they went up on the roof, removed the covering, and let the man down through the roof into Jesus' presence (Mark 2:2-4; Luke 5:18,19).---Gospel Way

LAW & JUSTICE, and ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS

NEWS FROM THE US JUSTICE DEPT:

Texas Man Sentenced to Prison for Role in Stolen Identity Refund Fraud Scheme Involving IRS “Get Transcript” Database

Four Nuestra Familia Gang Members Convicted in California for Their Roles in Racketeering Conspiracy, Murder and Related Offenses

Priest Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

Justice Department, EPA and the State of New Mexico Announce Settlement for $143 Million Cleanup at the Chevron Questa Mine

FROM THE FBI FILES:

Health Care Fraud: Service Provider’s Crimes Caused Patients’ Deaths 

Victimized by a Cyber Scammer? Don’t Forget to File a Complaint with the IC3  

Timothy Slater Named Special Agent in Charge of Denver Division

Ten most wanted:
RICARDO PUENTES, JR.
https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/murders/ricardo-puentes-jr
JEHAD SERWAN MOSTAFA
https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/wanted_terrorists/copy_of_jehad-serwan-mostafa
See full listing: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten
Missing or kidnapped persons:
ALEXIS TIARA MURPHY
https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/copy_of_alexis-tiara-murphy
see full listing: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap


INTERPOL: Global response to terrorism must evolve with the threat - INTERPOL Chief

INTERPOL: INTERPOL and Thai Police chiefs meet on cooperation

In other law & Justice headlines....

Amber Heard Cried, Screamed and Refused to Be Deposed, Says Johnny Depp's Lawyer: 'She Appeared Manic'---People

'Grim Sleeper' faces death sentence in 10 LA serial murders (AP)

Suspected meth lab found under parking lot of NY Wal-Mart (AP)

Manhattan bookkeeper embezzled funds to pay embezzling penalty---NY DAILY NEWS

‘The stop-smoking pill made me do it': Man found not criminally responsible for shooting wife---WP

NORTHWEST CRIME AND JUSTICE

Bellingham Herald: Judge tosses suit against Seattle's Uber driver law

EVERETT HERALD: Judge dispenses with public records request in Oso murder

Seattle PI: Lawsuit: Low juror pay means more white, upper-income juries in King County

Seattle Times: Court fines total $36M in McCleary school-funding case. But will they ever be paid?

The Columbian: Gunman arrested: Portland-area officer OK, hostage safe

ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK

The Columbian: Study: Health law boosts access to care for poor

Apartments Offer Inclusive Option For Adults On The Spectrum---Disability Scoop

Jobs Report Offers Mixed Message On Disability Employment---Disability Scoop

HUD posted August 1: OBAMA ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES NEARLY 50 PERCENT DECLINE IN VETERAN HOMELESSNESS

FAO: FLAGLER COUNTY’S WATER ISN’T FLUORIDATED, BUT THAT MAY SOON CHANGE

NOTE PAD:

Today's video clip: Part one of the discussions of the morrage rates as proposed by the Port during their meeting on Monday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MzAO6XMjHgI

JOIN THE DEBATE @ our FB group page

DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Was Jesus God in the Flesh?
Many people believe that Jesus was a good man, but only a man. Others say He was a prophet, even the Messiah, but not God in the flesh. What does the Bible say?---Gospel Way

WORLD AND NATIONAL DIGEST REPORTS:

News from then US Mission to the UN:
Remarks at the Conclusion of a UN Security Council Open Arria-Formula Meeting on Aleppo

Remarks at a UN Security Council Open Arria-Formula Meeting on Aleppo

Ambassador Koro Bessho, Permanent Representative of Japan to the United Nations; Ambassador Oh Joon, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Korea to the United Nations

Statement on the Situation in Yemen


NEWS FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

On International Day, UN spotlights indigenous peoples' right to education

As water and basic supplies run out in Aleppo, UN urges truce to provide humanitarian assistance

Ban hails Argentina’s commitment to UN values as illustrated by its actions

Urgent farming support needed amid rampant food insecurity in parts of north-east Nigeria – UN agency

US STATE DEPT:

Sentencing of Lawyers and Rights Activists in China

Pakistan: Attack on Quetta Hospital

Meeting With Olympic Athletes From Team USA

ASEAN Day 2016
Quote: " As we celebrate the 49th anniversary of ASEAN, we recognize the growing diplomatic, economic, and strategic significance of Southeast Asia"

In other world news headlines....

Putin, Erdogan agree on steps to mend relations (AP)

Ghana's 1st female judoka makes history despite loss (AP)

German prosecutors track down 8 more Nazi camp suspects (AP)

NATIONAL DIGEST:

THE WHITE HOUSE: President Obama Announces 2016 White House Tribal Nations Conference

THE WHITE HOUSE: IMPACT REPORT: Transforming Government Services through Technology and Innovation

US DEFENSE DEPT: ISIL Knows It Will Lose, Already Shifting Strategy, Obama Says at Pentagon

EPA: EPA enforces ban on cesspools on Big Island and Maui

New Waste Tracking Feature Helps Building Managers Save Money and Support a Healthy Environment

EPA awards over $3 million to Guam for environmental protection

FDA: FDA issues draft updated recommendations on submitting a new 510(k) for device modifications

US DEFENSE DEPT: Army’s ‘Mad Scientist’ Initiative Looks at Future Differently

US DEFENSE DEPT: Face of Defense: Former Student Shares Deployment Experiences at School

THE WHITE HOUSE: Weekly Address: Representing the Best of America in the Summer Olympics


In other national headlines....

Trump flops with Silicon Valley donors; Clinton falls short, too (REU)

Republican national security experts: Trump would be 'dangerous' president (REU)

House Speaker Paul Ryan faces primary test after belated Trump endorsement (REU)

NOTE PAD:

In today's video clip: Part three of the fluoridation vote during the last city council meeting.

Join the debate at our fb group page

EDC unfit for stated mission---PORT O CALL
Question: Do you think the EDC has failed in it's mission to being in new businesses,
and investments?

DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Dinosaurs, Creation, Evolution, and the Flood
Does the existence of dinosaurs conflict with the Bible teaching about Creation and the Flood? Actually, there is no reason why dinosaurs would need to be specifically mentioned in the Bible (though some people believe they are referred to in certain passages in Job and elsewhere). There are many other animals that exist even today but are not mentioned directly in the Bible.----Gospel Way

MONDAY'S BUSINESS AND FINANCE REPORT

NEWS FROM THE US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

Retreating on Trade Will Harm Our Country
Quote: With the general election now in full swing, we can expect the rhetoric to continue to escalate on the campaign trail. But there’s no excuse for what we’re hearing on trade. Both of the major party nominees have thrown caution—and facts—to the wind. And their running mates have walked back their previously strong pro-trade positions. Trade opposition may be politically convenient in this campaign, but it’s bad policy for our country.
https://www.uschamber.com/above-the-fold/retreating-trade-will-harm-our-country

How Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Can Court Small Business Voters
Quote: It would be refreshing to hear the candidates spend more time outlining plans to support entrepreneurs and get America’s small businesses growing again – a subject that was largely neglected in Cleveland and Philadelphia.
https://www.uschamber.com/above-the-fold/how-donald-trump-and-hillary-clinton-can-court-small-business-voters

How the 2002 Olympics Sparked Salt Lake City's Economic Revival
Quote: It’s been more than a decade since Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics, but the city’s entrepreneurs and small businesses are still reaping the benefits.
https://www.uschamber.com/above-the-fold/how-the-2002-olympics-sparked-salt-lake-citys-economic-revival

Turkey Keeping its Focus on Business: 'All Doors Will Be Open'
Quote: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan hosted a meeting Tuesday at the presidential complex in Ankara with country CEOs of global companies. The purpose of the gathering: reassuring investors that Turkey continues to prioritize economic growth following the failed coup attempt on July 15.
https://www.uschamber.com/above-the-fold/turkey-keeping-its-focus-business-all-doors-will-be-open


FROM THE US DEPT. OF LABOR:

A Sound Starting Block: Why Paid Leave is a Winning Policy
Quote: American workers shouldn’t have to choose between family and money, or their health and a paycheck. They deserve better.
https://blog.dol.gov/2016/08/05/why-paid-leave-is-a-winning-policy/

Indicators of a Strong, Balanced Recovery
Quote: With the addition of 255,000 jobs in July, American businesses have created a total of 15 million jobs since February 2010
https://blog.dol.gov/2016/08/05/indicators-of-a-strong-balanced-recovery/

CITIGROUP TECHNOLOGY PAYS $1.8M IN BACK WAGES TO 882 EMPLOYEES IN FLORIDA AFTER US LABOR DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATION
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/whd/whd20160804

US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & INDUSTRY SIGN AGREEMENT TO PROTECT WORKERS FROM MISCLASSIFICATION
https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/whd/whd20160804-0


FROM THE USDA:
Fresh Foods Signal a Fresh Start for New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward
http://blogs.usda.gov/2016/08/05/fresh-foods-signal-a-fresh-start-for-new-orleans-lower-ninth-ward/

USDA Announces Safety Net Assistance for Milk Producers Due to Tightening Dairy Margins
http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahome?contentid=2016/08/0177.xml&contentidonly=true

USDA Market News Reporters Know Beef
http://blogs.usda.gov/2016/08/05/usda-market-news-reporters-know-beef/

IRS: IRS Reminds Truckers: For Most, Highway Use Tax Return Is Due Aug. 31
https://www.irs.gov/uac/irs-reminds-truckers-that-highway-use-tax-return-is-due-aug-31

IRS: The National Taxpayer Advocate Wants to Hear from You: Olson to Hold Public Forum on Taxpayer Service Needs in Parma, Ohio, on Aug. 16
https://www.irs.gov/uac/the-national-taxpayer-advocate-wants-to-hear-from-you-in-ohio-on-august-16

In other business and finance news headlines....

Trump's economic speech to focus on taxes, regulation, child care---Fiscal Times

Social Security faces a $32 trillion shortfall---CNBC

Why corporations are hiring even though U.S. growth stinks---Market Watch




NORTHWEST BUSINESS  BRIEF:

Everett Herald: Arlington’s Glasair becomes state’s 2nd largest plane maker

Everett Herald: Amazon unveils cargo plane as it expands delivery network

Puget Sound Business Journal: '55,000 people have seen me naked:' A story of 'revenge porn' and the lawyers who are trying to stop it

Puget Sound Business Journal: Apple reportedly acquires Seattle-area startup Turi for more than $100M


NOTE PAD:

In today's video clip, part two of the discussion of the fluoride vote during last week's council meeting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okukfFkrUhM

Join in on the debate @ our face book group page

Topic: What were the real reasons behind former city council candidate Marolee Smith's ethics complaint against the mayor? This seems fishy that suddenly Smith drops the complaint shortly after the council decides to send the question of fluoridation to the voters...

related story: Fluoridation opponent Marolee Smith dropped her ethics complaint Friday against Mayor Patrick Downie just as an ethics board was preparing to hear her allegations.---PDN
Quote from article posted:   “I think I’ve gotten my point across of why I filed it in the first place, and I think it worked."
Editorial note: What did she mean by that, what worked? Vague answers to questions raised only causes questioning of the real motives behind these ethics complaints


DAILY DEVOTIONAL:
Denominational Division or Unity in Christ?
Is Jesus pleased by the existence of so many different denominations? Is it true, as we often hear, that all the denominations are following Jesus, so just "join the church of your choice"?---Gospel Way

MAYOR'S TURN TO FACE ETHICS BOARD....WAS THE MEDIA SELECTIVE IN COVERAGE?

Peter Ripley, Publisher.

Meeting Notice - Board (3) of Ethics
The Board (3) of Ethics will hold a meeting on Friday, August 5, 2016, at 10 a.m., in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The purpose of the meeting is to review an ethics complaint filed against Mayor Patrick Downie. The meeting is open to the public.
Related news story back in March from the PDN: Ethics complaint filed against Port Angeles mayor amid fluoridation debate
Quoting from the article filed:
The complaint alleges in part that:

■   Downie “subjected people at the meeting to inappropriate, long-winded lectures, chided the citizens and actually 'finger wagged' at them, as if he were scolding children.”

■ He “admonished the citizens in the audience to NOT criticize individual council members, which was out-of-order.”

■ He “characterized the audience as: bullies, not courteous, threatening, intimidating, angry, disrespectful.”

■   The mayor's “scolding, chiding, lecturing, and threatening ('will cut off comment period if…') and repeated insistence that people be 'civil' was out of line. Calling citizens intimidating, rancorous, angry, bullies, and insinuating that they were 'a waste of time.' ”
See link to full article: http://archive.peninsuladailynews.com/article/20160303/NEWS/303039990

Yet to hear about the most recent ethic compliant filed as headlined in the

PDN: Ethics complaint names four Port Angeles City Council members
An ethical conduct complaint has been filed against Port Angeles City Council members Brad Collins, Lee Whetham, Sissi Bruch and Michael Merideth.

Editorial Note: My question will there be a big media circus on these ethic complaints, or was it just the ones related to Cherie Kidd? I'm just watching and see what happens in regards to the media coverage on this. I have a hunch one paper won't even make mention about the ethic complaint filed against: Whetham, Bruch, Merideth, and Collins ( who is pro fluoride).
The PDN today! could have posted something about this, the Port O Call not even  a whisper, surely the local radio station could have been on the ball...not a peep about it. Tisk! Tisk!

Because the three mentioned in the complaint all happen to be anti-fluoride. So, I am watching readers!
Correction: The meeting accord on Friday, I didn't catch that until it was too late when I posted it under the old headline, hence the change of the headline.
Also, the PDN ran the story on Sunday, a day after I posted this story
From the looks of things the compliant was withdrawn.


Other local and regional meetings on tap for next week...


Port Commission work session highlight item: Bylaws revision
see full work session agenda:  http://wa-portofportangeles.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/08082016-174

Regular session of the Port Commission highlight item: Moorage rates
see full agenda for details: http://wa-portofportangeles.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/08082016-175


County work session agenda topic item: Update and amendments to Veterans’ policy and Veterans’ funding options
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_agenda.pdf
agenda details: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_packet.pdf

County Commission regular meeting agenda highlight item:
Executive session item which is closed to the public, The Prosecuting Attorney's Office has requested a 30-minute executive session with the Board of County Commissioners, the Administrator, and the County Road Engineer and/or his designee. The purpose of the session is to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency matters of pending litigation [Simpson v. Clallam County, Kitsap County Superior Court Cause No. 14-2-02422-5 and Miles v. Clallam County, Clallam County Superior Court Cause No. 16-2-00543-1] to which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is or is likely to become, a party.
Discussing such matters in executive session is appropriate because public knowledge of the discussion would reveal the County's legal strategies and likely result in an adverse legal or financial consequence to the agency. RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) expressly authorizes a governing body to convene an executive session for the above-described purposes.
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf
details on agenda items: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_packet.pdf



SEQUIM CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: http://www.sequimwa.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1444

FORKS CITY COUNCIL HIGHLIGHT ITEM: Port Commissioner Beauvais will give a presentation during the meeting, no details on what she's talk about was given in agenda
http://forkswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/agenda81516.pdf

PUD WORK SESSION see agenda: https://www.clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Preagenda-August-8-2016.pdf



NATIONAL AND REGIONAL NEWS COMMENTARIES....

Drive-Bys Go Full Palin on Trump---Rush Limbaugh Show


The Mendacity Behind Obama's Mockery of the Cash-for-Iran Story---PJ MEDIA

Russian Olympics Cheating Is Emblematic of the Nature of Putin’s Regime---DAILY SIGNAL

Panic Among the Chickens---WEEKLY STANDARD




NORTHWEST COMMENTARIES

Bellingham Herald: Does Whatcom need to save enough water for salmon?

Seattle Times: Charter-schools lawsuit is another unwanted distraction

Seattle PI: Inslee running against Trump, Bryant running against Inslee

Cross Cut Seattle: Hipsters are ruining our farmers markets

NOTE PAD: 

Today's video clip part two of the discussion of the EDC role with the county, and part one of the discussion of the city council decision regarding the flouride vote:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8ymCt5eTkk (featuring Maggie Roth)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MHJ3cHpm0c (city meeting)
You can watch all the video clips on the Ripley Report's Video edition


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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Creation or Evolution?
The Bible teaches that man was created in the image of God (Genesis 1:26,27). The unproved theory of evolution claims instead that man gradually evolved from lower animals. Supposedly an accident occurred millions of years ago, producing the first simple living thing. Then it gradually developed into all the present kinds of plants and animals: fish, reptiles, birds, mammals, and finally man. So life is just an accident and man is just an advanced animal. Please consider some questions.---Gospel Way

City sets right course on fluoride vote...in comes the "Awesome gals"

Peter Ripley, Publisher

To recap from the staff memo provided: Fluoridation of the City’s water supply has been a controversial topic for many years. In late 2015, with a contractual obligation to fluoridate the City’s water almost complete, Council chose to proactively seek input on the issue through a three-part plan. As one part of that plan, Council conducted an unofficial survey of water users. The survey, though viewed as flawed by some, indicated that the majority of respondents did not want their water to be fluoridated. On December 15, 2015, Council considered all the input it had received and voted 4-3 to continue fluoridation. Since that time, the controversy has continued and includes a recent effort by citizens to change the form of City government.
Mayor Downie has asked the Council to reconsider its decision, proposing that Council:
· End fluoridation of the municipal water supply;
· Maintain the City’s fluoridation facilities so that, if Port Angeles registered voters
choose to continue with water fluoridation, the City is prepared to do so;
· Conduct an advisory vote on fluoridation during the 2017 Municipal General
Election; and
· Adhere to the outcome of the 2017 advisory vote of Port Angeles registered voters.
related news story: Fluoridation ends in Port Angeles; advisory vote to be on ballot in 15 months
The Port Angeles City Council has voted to end fluoridation of municipal water and conduct a vote Nov. 7, 2017.---PDN

Quote from the article posted: " Councilmen Brad Collins and Dan Gase and Deputy Mayor Cherie voted against stopping fluoridation and against abiding by the pledge to follow the dictates of the advisory ballot, which council members are not legally bound to do."

Editorial note: That should tell you readers council's resolve in not listening to the will of the people in this case. At least three of the current council members. During the meeting, Downie said that if he didn't get full compliance by council members to accept the will of the people after the outcome of the election in 2017, he would withdraw the motion, but, he didn't do that. Maybe it was because of pressure to move ahead despite what three of the council members had to say at this time, but I have to hand it to Downie in wanting to put this issue behind, and refocus attention to other issues.
Which by the way was expressed by some members of the audience their desire to have the city not be bogged down by one subject. That was mostly driven by what I call the city council cheer leading squad! The awesome gals of the Revitalize Port Angeles group was on hand singing the praises how great things are currently going on in Port Angeles. Such as: Painted rocks, murals, and promoting the best town deal. Which I affectionately call the "awesome gals" because they were  promoting their awesome PA deal they got going.
They mainly were saying that the issue of fluoride had been a distraction, and other concerns were being ignored. Ignored by who? I wondered as I was sitting there listening to them speak on their support of the new advisory vote which will be binding. I wondered whom they were referring to, the city council, or the media? (see Revitalize link) The group was founded by Leslie Robertson.

Okay, I may make light of the cheer leading squad, but they did have a point, the topic of fluoride had been taking up a lot of news headlines, and other distractions related to it like the ethic complaints filed, had been fodder for editorial comments.
Secondly, I questioned during this week since all of this happened, that Eloise Katlin, President of Our Water Our Choice group, maybe a bit unreasonable in her objections of a ballot measure come 2017?

Quoting from the PDN article posted: "Eloise Kailin of Sequim, president of the anti-fluoridation group Our Water, Our Choice!, said Downie’s proposal “merits support.” But an advisory vote “is a pointless, painful and divisive exercise,” Kailin said in a prepared statement, and hinted at further protests from fluoridation foes."

Editorial note: What do we who are on the side of anti-fluoride have to fear over a vote? Suddenly those of us who are the majority afraid of the "big bad wolf"? (vote). This hint of protesting the very thing that may settle this issue does nothing to forward the cause of getting rid of fluoride, accept for making us look petty, and there is no need, because this time were the majority. I can't understand why those who are anti-fluoride are choosing to muck up a golden opportunity to settle this dispute by a public vote. It's the other side to are pro-fluoride should be concern, so why should we who are opposed to force medication seem to be timid now over a vote on the 2017 ballot?

EDC TOOK CENTER STAGE AT COUNTY COMMISSON MEETING

It wasn't on the agenda, during Tuesday's County Commission meeting, the agenda was as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA – Any Commissioner may remove items for discussion
1a Approval of vouchers for the week of July 25
1b Approval of payroll for the period ending July 15
1c Approval of minutes for the week of July 25
REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Certificate of Appreciation recognizing Stephanie Noblin
CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
2a Contract with Washington State Military Department for reimbursement funding to PenCom
Dispatch Center for CPD expenses and state Enhanced 911 policies
2b Agreement with Aldergrove Construction, Inc. for the Clallam County 3rd Street building level 2 remodel
PUBLIC WORKS
3a Resolution authorizing the permanent closure of Otter Way in Sequim to unauthorized motor vehicles
3b Resolution authorizing County Road Project CRP C1239 for pavement repair, HMA overlay and pavement markings at intersections
All items on the agenda was approved. What was really the hot topic during the meeting was brought up during the open public comment session by Maggie Roth. She wasn't to please with the job performance to date of the EDC in bringing in new industry and jobs, and expressed the need to reconsider the county's continued support of the EDC, given their track record to date. (see video clip in our "note pad" section below this page.)

PORT COMMISSIONER BURKE TALKS SUBISDIES  FOR COMMERCIAL FISHING INDUSTRY

The Port commission held a special meeting on Monday, and the hot topic of discussion was the Marina Rate review:
Summary: I have been sharing on my you tube channel the discussion regarding marina rates (see link) 
related news story: PDN; Port of Port Angeles commissioners are considering new ways to determine moorage rates at Port Angeles Boat Haven and John Wayne Marina.
Quote from the article posted: " Commissioner Colleen McAleer suggested that only commercial vessel owners who pay B&O tax should be eligible for the subsidy."

Editorial note: It was Commissioner Steve Burke who first brought up the discussion of possibly offering a subsidy to the commercial fishing industry who uses the two marinas to dock at, John Wayne, in Sequim, and the Boat Heaven in Port Angeles. Even though who brought up the discussion first wasn't mentioned in the article. I thought it was a good idea on the port commission as a whole to even suggest that possibility, the fishing industry needs all the breaks it can get these days.


In other local, and regional headlines...

Clallam County commissioners discuss rules for short-term rentals; public hearing planned---PDN

Richards takes early lead in primary election for Clallam County commission race---PDN

Editorial Note: If Randy Johnson the challenger to Richards, both will have to prove they really want the job. You can't prove that by not attending meetings.

Chapman, Vrable appear headed for general election in race for 24th District state legislative seat---PDN

Editorial Note: One of those rare occiasions I'm voting democrat.

Agnew quadriplegic to take long ride in wheelchair to illustrate need for accessible trails---PDN

Your's truly on the campaign trial in 2013.
These chairs are not meant to go on a busy
freeway,

Editorial Comment: First of all I want to wish him luck, but however, I use a wheelchair, and I manage to go across town every Sunday morning to attend church services, using the sidewalks as I should. I can travel across town on one charge all the way to the shopping plaza and back down town, plus across the two eighth street bridges, and back home barely because the batteries start to go out. I know because I did that during the time I ran last time for city council, which many drivers saw me toting my campaign signs. Now, this guy wants to cross the state in a chair? Why would anyone want or feel the need to run along the side of the road in a chair? These chairs are not cars. They are not designed for road travel they are good on sidewalks or even a quiet street, but not in intense traffic. Though the attempt may be noble, I don't think it's a wise move. Batteries take around 8 hours to fully charge, so how is he going to manage that, sleep at motels? I just think there are other ways to prove a point, like getting involved in your local government. Also, how about repairs to his two chairs, like new wheels, and batteries, and engines, the wheels will probably be worn out fast because the road conditions, and as for the engine, and batteries they'll fry out too did he consider that? Even though I have my doubts on this stunt...Just saying why risk life and limb to prove a point?
But, nevertheless best of luck.

Scientists consider starvation or illness in eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca bird die-off---PDN
About 400 emaciated birds have washed ashore on beaches west of Port Angeles, near Victoria, and as far east as Whidbey Island since May.

Editorial Note: Raw sewage from Victoria BC might had something to do with this don't you think?

The Most Prevalent Form of Litter in the World by Carol Turner---Port O Call

PUD Recovers Money Thru Bond Refund---KONP RADIO

Sequim YMCA picks Texas native for branch manager---SEQUIM GAZETTE

 Return of fin, humpback whales to Salish Sea could be both a positive and negative sign---SEQUIM GAZETTE

Big Changes are coming to Relay For Life this weekend---FORKS FORUM

Where imagination meets magic — The Wandering Princess----FORKS FORUM

Housing crisis: Timmons to take action---PT LEADER


NEWS FROM ACROSS THE STRAIT (Victoria BC)

Dozens move into housing for tent-city homeless----Times Colonist

Billboard makeover gives cat-napping mayor blanket, pillow----Times Colonist

Construction crane rises for third condo tower at Bayview Place---Victoria News


NOTE PAD:
Today's video clip: During the County Commission Maggie Roth spoke on her views of the job performance to date of the EDC.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVc9JHQyT5k  (part 1)
The video clip includes also the agenda items which were on the agenda, Roth's statements came during the open public comment session.

JOIN IN ON THE DEBATE @ our FB group page.
Question: Does the job performance of the EDC warrants further support from local governments?

DAILY DEVOTIONAL:
The Greatness of God
Job 37:5 says concerning God: "Great things doeth he, which we cannot comprehend." There are many characteristics which we can believe God possesses, yet we cannot understand how He can be so great.---Gospel Way