Why the Newcastle News used a larger than usual typeset size in their print edition for the Question and Answer segment by the candidates for Position 6, and thus did not display all 14 questions presented to the candidates, is curious, but we can only speculate. Here are the 4 questions and answers that they did not print, and the endorsements they left out as well.
[The following Q & A was derived from the Newcastle News' on-line edition (October 4, 2013) and posted here under the Fair Use Doctrine regarding copyright law (Title 17, U.S. Code).]
What should be the city's role in economic development?
Mark Greene:
Encouraging it through proactive policies, such as inviting developers and entrepreneurs to City Hall, and running the city well will help to achieve that goal.
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John Drescher:
Newcastle should make clear through word and policy that it welcomes and encourages entrepreneurs who choose to invest in and bring services to our city.
What recent council decision would you have changed if you could? Why?
Mark Greene:
No one decision, but approving various zoning ordinances without requirement that large real estate gentrification cannot displace renters without limitations on increased rent or compensation.
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John Drescher:
It was unfortunate to lose a full-time parks director. Parks are our strength. We should invest in their proper care and fullest use.
How will the city continue to improve public safety?
Mark Greene:
Support Police Chief Melinda Irvine and her proposals, including a few extra patrol officers.
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John Drescher:
My goal is for two Newcastle officers to be on duty 24/7 for added prevention and quicker response to combat the sharp rise in crime.
Should the city expand its recreation programs? Explain.
Mark Greene:
Maybe, but under a tight budget, recreation won’t be high on the totem pole. With all the wide-open fields, here, people are quite innovative.
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John Drescher:
Parks/trails are our strength. I am in favor of funding a full-time community activities/parks manager when the city finances better allow for such.
Mark Greene's Endorsement:
Darcy Burner (former two-time Congress nominee)
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John Drescher's Endorsements:
Adam Smith, 9th District; Dave Reichert, 8th District; Rob McKenna, former Attorney General; Rodney Tom, state Senate Majority Leader; Steve Litzow, Senator 41st District; Burien mayor Brian Bennett; Newcastle Mayor Rich Crispo; Newcastle Deputy Mayor Lisa Jensen; Gordon Bisset, Newcastle City Council; Steve Buri, Newcastle City Council; John Dulcich, Newcastle City Council; Bill Erxleben, Newcastle City Council; Allen Dauterman, Newcastle Planning Commission, vice chairman; Rob Lemmon, Newcastle Planning Commission; Tom Magers, Newcastle Planning Commission; Jon Simpson, Newcastle Planning Commission; and Elizabeth Thompson, Newcastle Planning Commission
Please vote for I-522 this November, YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW about whether of not the food you buy is genetically modified. If GM food is the greatest thing since sliced bread (according to them), then why don't they want it labeled?
[The following Q & A was derived from the Newcastle News' on-line edition (October 4, 2013) and posted here under the Fair Use Doctrine regarding copyright law (Title 17, U.S. Code).]
What should be the city's role in economic development?
Mark Greene:
Encouraging it through proactive policies, such as inviting developers and entrepreneurs to City Hall, and running the city well will help to achieve that goal.
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John Drescher:
Newcastle should make clear through word and policy that it welcomes and encourages entrepreneurs who choose to invest in and bring services to our city.
What recent council decision would you have changed if you could? Why?
Mark Greene:
No one decision, but approving various zoning ordinances without requirement that large real estate gentrification cannot displace renters without limitations on increased rent or compensation.
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John Drescher:
It was unfortunate to lose a full-time parks director. Parks are our strength. We should invest in their proper care and fullest use.
How will the city continue to improve public safety?
Mark Greene:
Support Police Chief Melinda Irvine and her proposals, including a few extra patrol officers.
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John Drescher:
My goal is for two Newcastle officers to be on duty 24/7 for added prevention and quicker response to combat the sharp rise in crime.
Should the city expand its recreation programs? Explain.
Mark Greene:
Maybe, but under a tight budget, recreation won’t be high on the totem pole. With all the wide-open fields, here, people are quite innovative.
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John Drescher:
Parks/trails are our strength. I am in favor of funding a full-time community activities/parks manager when the city finances better allow for such.
Mark Greene's Endorsement:
Darcy Burner (former two-time Congress nominee)
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John Drescher's Endorsements:
Adam Smith, 9th District; Dave Reichert, 8th District; Rob McKenna, former Attorney General; Rodney Tom, state Senate Majority Leader; Steve Litzow, Senator 41st District; Burien mayor Brian Bennett; Newcastle Mayor Rich Crispo; Newcastle Deputy Mayor Lisa Jensen; Gordon Bisset, Newcastle City Council; Steve Buri, Newcastle City Council; John Dulcich, Newcastle City Council; Bill Erxleben, Newcastle City Council; Allen Dauterman, Newcastle Planning Commission, vice chairman; Rob Lemmon, Newcastle Planning Commission; Tom Magers, Newcastle Planning Commission; Jon Simpson, Newcastle Planning Commission; and Elizabeth Thompson, Newcastle Planning Commission
Please vote for I-522 this November, YOUR RIGHT TO KNOW about whether of not the food you buy is genetically modified. If GM food is the greatest thing since sliced bread (according to them), then why don't they want it labeled?
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