Two issues agonizing the Grants Pass City Council are becoming hotter and hotter as the summer wears on. The first one is homelessness, which draws people from the city and the county to complain about city parks, city streets, and private property impacted by the proliferation of tents, old RVs, trash, and drug paraphernalia. The […]
The curtains have fallen on the 2023 Josephine County Fair, and what an event it was! We owe a heartfelt “Thank You” to every single one of our volunteers who ensured that the Democratic Party booth remained vibrant, energetic, and full of life throughout. The JoCo Democrat booth was not just a booth, but a […]
As some of you may be aware, our county charter, adopted in 1981, is growing old. After 42 years, it contains provisions that have been declared unlawful or unenforceable by the courts. It’s time that we update the charter to best address the issues currently facing Josephine County. For those interested in this cause or […]
On the July 11 episode of The Bill Meyer Show on KMED, Herman Baertschiger, Chair of the Josephine County Commission, articulated his preference among the charter proposals currently vying for a spot on the ballot. It’s worth noting that traditionally, charters do not originate from the commissioners, rather, they are exclusively drafted by a citizens’ […]
Josephine County Commissioners Meetings July 12th, 2023 Discussions of the Law Enforcement District July 12 2023 JoCo Commissioners meeting “We…we have to keep some insanity in our community and our county,” said Josephine County Commissioner John West at the July 12 Business session. West’s Freudian slip while he was trying to say something about why […]
July 14, 2023 SENT VIA EMAIL & U.S. MAIL: hbaertschiger@josephinecounty.gov, ddeyoung@josephinecounty.gov, jwest@josephinecounty.gov Re: Unconstitutional government promotion of religion Dear Chairman Baertschiger and Board Members: I am writing on behalf of the Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) to raise concerns with the Board’s blatant promotion of Christianity and denigration of non-religious members of the community. FFRF […]
We’re in search of enthusiastic volunteers to staff the Josephine County Democrat booth at the Josephine County Fair, happening August 9-13. We offer flexible 2-4 hour shifts throughout the day. As a volunteer, you’ll have the exciting role of handing out free goodies and engaging in conversation with passersby about our local Democrat party. You’ll […]
A recent exchange on the Josephine Eagle social website featuring a conservative Rabbi brings to light the distinct values between political parties, emphasizing the Josephine County Democrats’ commitment to inclusivity, compassion, and change. The Rabbi shared an experience from a local Republican event that suggested a less-than-welcoming environment. His encounter included an uncomfortable attempt at […]
Homelessness is a pressing issue in our country, and its impact is felt acutely right here in Josephine County. PATH (Partners Assisting the Homeless) of Josephine County is a non-partisan, grassroots organization devoted to advocating for the homeless. The mission statement makes it clear: “We create and advocate for sustainable services and facilities that help […]
