City and county face need for formal buffer zoning pact
Ottawa and Franklin County discuss formalizing a three mile buffer around the city to guide development and annexation planning. The editorial argues zoning protects residents and values, urges continued cooperative dialogue, and notes a shared goal of orderly growth and property protection.
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City and county consider three mile growth zone around limits
Public vote asks whether the city and county should create a three mile regulatory zone surrounding city limits to guide future growth and development. Supporters cite orderly expansion. opponents warn against restricted local control.
Planning and Preparedness for Growth Urged by Citizens
Sara Shannon from Ottawa and Mary Cook oppose the idea while Dan Pickert stresses that planning and preparation are essential. He warns the cost of inaction in growth exceeds that of proactive steps and urges county and city officials to recognize the value of proper planning.
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Dan Pickert
Ottawa
Editorial: US focus on Iraq harms Middle East stability
Guest editorial argues that U S neglect across issues worsens global stability and U S interests. It notes Israel's siege of Yasser Arafat headquarters and U S pressure aimed at Iraq, which backfired by boosting Arafat and undermining Palestinian reforms, risking broader anti U S sentiment and hindering policy priorities.
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Building Bridges Not Burning Them in Ottawa Recreation
In Community Viewpoints Jeanny Sharp asks for a column on recreation. The Ottawa Recreation Commission urges a new facility while the City Commission weighs careful public input and a long term plan. Both sides should avoid power struggles and work toward a sound, affordable solution for Ottawa's future.
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Ottawa
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Don’t Do It Wrong When You Email
Joe Klock Sr. offers cautionary tips for email etiquette and safety. He stresses clear subject lines, mindful distribution lists, quoting only relevant text, and avoiding spam tactics. He highlights the importance of proper grammar, punctuation, and proofreading to maintain credibility.
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