Is greater dependence or independence best for our community?

Editor:

I would like to thank Bruce Patera for taking the time to write his June 21 letter to the editor. His comments on the Vibrant Futures Consortium, however, were confusing. The motion did pass. Will Mr. Patera only be happy if the members of the Havre City Council are in lock-step agreement with his opinion?

Thankfully, our representative form of government allows for debate and dissent.

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