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Open House at Gooding Wastewater Plant
This Saturday, the City of Gooding will hold an Open House at their Wastewater Treatment Plant from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The plant is located at 1775 South 1800 East (take 4th Avenue West to 1800 East, then north 150 feet to the next road). You are invited to view the recently improved Wastewater Treatment Plant, and learn how the City handles and treats wastewater, observe facility operations, and ask questions about the improvements (please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes). Wastewater treatment removes and eliminates contaminants from wastewater. There are several kinds of wastewater which can be treated, but the most common is sewage treatment. Municipal sewer or domestic wastewater is treated/cleaned so as to miminize impacts on the environment. It is also possible to reuse it for irrigation. For more information, contact Hollye Lierman at: hlierman@goodingidaho.org or 208-934-5669.
Heads Up, Drivers!
We have entered the season when deer are more active. It’s crucial to stay alert on the roads, even in the places you least expect to encounter wildlife. Deer can be unpredictable and often cross road unexpectedly. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: Slow Down: Reduce your speed, especially in areas marked with deer crossing signs. Stay Alert: Watch for movement along the roadside, especially at dawn and dusk. Brake, Don’t Swerve: If a deer jumps in front of you, it’s safer to brake firmly rather than swerve, which could lead to a more serious accident.
Note on Passing...
Most of us know not to pass on a solid yellow line, but sometime when we are rushing through some of our small communities, it is tempting to use that center turn lane to pass people exiting the roadway (i.e. Highway 20 at Fairfield, or Highway 75 at Johnny's Country Store). This is illegal and it will result in a ticket if you are caught by law enforcement (Idaho Code 49-644). Don't be the victim of careless driving - keep your eyes open. Do not think that you are immune to a human or animal caused wreck.
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
October 2, 2024
Vol 48 Num 40
Ranked Choice Voting
Pierce County in Washington State tried Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) several years ago, and it was quickly repealed by 71% of county voters. Some in Washington are now proposing a state wide RCV, and Washington's Secretary of State Steve Hobbs recently wrote an op-ed explaining why this type of voting disenfranchises voters. Secretary Hobbs wrote: "Even advocates of changing voting methods have conceded that 29% of voters don't rank multiple candidates in ranked-choice elections. This means nearly a third of ballots have reduced influence, an unacceptable deprivation. In findings released earlier this year, Princeton University professor Nolan McCarty examined ranked-choice elections in New York City and Alaska and found that minority voters are disproportionately shortchanged by this construct." Here is a quote from the Princeton University professor who conducted the RCV study referenced by Secretary Hobbs: "In recent years, ranked choice voting has been hyped as a solution to many perceived problems in American elections. Unfortunately, the hype has often outpaced the evidence. My research raises major concerns about whether RCV may work to further reduce the electoral influence of racial and ethnic minority communities." As you consider Proposition 1 here in Idaho, it is important to remember that there is a big difference between an open primary and ranked-choice voting. Moving to a open primary is a debate worth having. Adopting ranked-choice voting comes with a multitude of problems that even "liberal" states like Washington are likely to reject.
Legislative Senior Center Outreach This Saturday, representitives from our U.S. legislators will be in Shoshone to hear your concerns and answer your questions.
Stop by the Golden Years Senior Center on October 4th (218 N. Rail St. W) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a great lunch and... let your voice be heard!