Mayor Musings | Letter

Published 11:52 am Thursday, August 28, 2014

Having completed my first month in office, it continues to be an honor to serve as Eastsound’s mayor.

My daily excursions around town have never failed to include having a well-wisher greet me and ask, “How is the mayor doing?” It is heartening to have such support.

I recently met with a constituent who expressed an avian concern. Apparently, Canada geese are enjoying Crescent Beach but have not learned to pick up after themselves, thus creating a potentially messy situation for beach walkers at low tide.

It was suggested that a concerted effort by some of my fellow dogs could be directed to discourage the geese from frequenting that area and leaving their personal graffiti on the beach.  I would personally organize such a noble effort, however, I do have an aversion to dogs-so I am just throwing the idea out there for any other dogs who might be interested in such a fun outing.  Perhaps some of you could talk it over at the dog park and arrange a beach play date.

Is it just me, or was it confusing when a local cafe had a big red sign by their front door that said “No Food or Drink”?

I spend quite a bit of time hanging out on Main St. and I urge all westbound motorists to remember that there is a stop sign at the North Beach Rd. intersection – and perhaps you would be more inclined to notice it if you were not talking on your phones while driving.

In fact, while you are driving through town-slow down. I and all the other folks who are walking would greatly appreciate it.

Again, thank you for your continued support and I will strive to continue as a blind visionary for Eastsound during my term.

Your faithful servant.

Jack

Eastsound Mayor