I don’t like tax increases any more than the next guy, but some are more essential than others.

The fire levy is one of those. It’s nice several levies have passed lately but fire protection is a must have. Keeping our families and property safe should be paramount. We need a well trained and equipped fire department. Unfilled positions and aging engines won’t give us that security.

I urge you to approve the fire levy.

Jon Zerby

San Juan Island