Just in time for the election season, we would like to take a minute to remind readers about our editorial policies.

We are, first and foremost, a community newspaper. As such, we rely upon your input and feedback to help shape the direction of the paper every week. Your press releases, photos, story ideas and opinions play a huge role in the content of the Islands’ Sounder.

When you send us your outlook on local issues, please keep our requirements in mind. Letters cannot exceed 350 words and guest columns cannot exceed 500 words.

While we publish guest columns as space permits, we cannot always accommodate such lengthy written pieces. In addition, we only print one letter or guest column per month from the same individual.

The reason for this policy is simple: fairness. We strive to produce a newspaper that is accurate, balanced and ethical, which gives a voice to the voiceless.

Thank you for reading our newspaper and being an engaged member of the community. We look forward to seeing your opinions on the charter review, school bond measure and contested council race in the coming months.

Email your letters to the editor or guest columns to editor@islandssounder.com.