LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Lament for a Grocery Store

[EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Waterland Blog nor its staff:] Moving to Des Moines many years ago was a... [Read more]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Welcome Prima Margherita! Alora Mangiamo!’

[EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Waterland Blog nor its staff:] Dear Editor: Was it only yesterday that we... [Read more]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Let’s Save Corky Cellars!’

[EDITOR'S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader:] Let’s save Corky Cellars! Ric and Dianne have made the decision to retire. Corky Cellars has been a wonderful small... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘An Open Letter to all Real Estate Companies Selling in Des Moines’

An open letter to all real estate companies selling in the city of Des Moines, Describing as many positive reasons for buying a home in Des Moines  including: quality of the school system, beautiful views,... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘What’s Up with Marina District Banners on Streetlamp Poles on 216th?’

Question – What’s up with the “Marina District” banners on the streetlamp poles going east on 216th? They’re very nice looking but I would question the location. The Marina District is down here... [Read more]

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘South King Fire & Rescue Needs Our Help!’

Dear Editor, Our fire district has lost over 22% of its annual revenue since 2009 as property values have declined. This reduction has necessitated major cutbacks in service levels and personnel, longer... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Has any Council Member Ever Looked at Des Moines Crime Statistics?’

Dear Editor of The Waterland Blog, Recently there was a story circulated around town about a Des Moines City Council Retreat, in which the council made a decision to select “public safety” as their... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘The Minority Has Spoken’ About South King Fire & Rescue Levy

The Minority Has Spoken The South King Fire and Rescue Levy did not pass. With 59% of our community voting in favor of it, it failed. In any other election a 19 point margin would be a landslide victory;... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Feel Cape Cod. Then, Say Something Nice … About Our Council’

Dear Editor, For many years now Des Moines has been “My Cape Cod” and every day it seemed farther away until just recently. Our city council has finally seen the resemblance and need for something... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘I Read Mr. Wasson’s Letter with Great Interest…’

I read Mr. Wasson’s letter with great interest. I can certainly sympathize and I think I understand his frustration. No, this is not where we wanted or hoped the city and its police force would be in... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Do You Think You Are Living in a Safe City? You May be Surprised…’

To the Editor of The Waterland Blog, Do you remember in 2006 when we voted for a “levy lid lift” tax to restore 12 police department staff positions that had been cut in previous years due to budget... [Read more]

LETTER: South King Fire & Rescue Needs Our Help – Vote Yes April 17

Dear Editor Our fire district, South King Fire & Rescue, encompassing Des Moines, Federal Way and parts of King County, needs our help. Everyone knows that the economy the last few years has been in... [Read more]

LETTER: In Defense Of Mayor Bob Sheckler, A Reader Interviews Him

This November is one ugly month in Des Moines. The sunset on the sound and the turning leaves hanging above our misty morning beach has become overshadowed by the vile display of the lowest forms of humanity.... [Read more]

LETTER: Sandra Higgins Responds To Al Isacc’s Letter On Proposition 1

Thanks to Mr. Isaac for putting together a list of the progress Des Moines has made in the past few years toward realizing its real potential. Proposition 1 comes at a tough time for many people, yes,... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Why Residents Should Vote ‘Yes’ On Des Moines Proposition 1′

Editor, Waterland Blog, As relatively new residents of Des Moines (2004), my wife, Kathy, and I have become totally committed to the continuous improvement of this great little city. As a result we are... [Read more]

LETTER: Exchange Club Of Highline Would Like To Thank The Community

We would again like to thank the community for their support of the Exchange Club of Highline! Thanks to the generosity of donors and attendees at our January auction, we will be able to support even more... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘A Water-Safe Community That Celebrates Our Aquatic Heritage’

In November 2009 the citizens of Des Moines voted for the formation of the metropolitan park district to keep Mount Rainier pool open. The five commissioners moved quickly to organize and form the district,... [Read more]

LETTER: Some Recommendations For Des Moines Animal Control

TO THE WATERLAND BLOG EDITOR: Thank you for the update on the Pierce County Animal Control recommendations.  I commend Des Moines for following through and getting these suggestions in addition to keeping... [Read more]

LETTER: Shameful That ‘Terrorist’ Bill Ayers Will Speak At Highline College

Your paper recently announced the speech to be given by Bill Ayers at Highline Community College (see our story here). I am dismayed. With the recent shootings in Arizona and the subsequent heated debate... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Disgust’ With Des Moines Police, Animal Control Over Shooting

This was a tragic case of animal abuse on the part of three officers who were not trained to respond to a simple case of lost dog. I am not surprised, however, because I have been involved in several... [Read more]