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Chaffee County waivers between Republican and Democrat, witnessed by the 5 vote difference between McCain and Obama!  A "blue" state senator was selected - Udall - while a "red" house representative - Lamborn - was chosen.  Republican candidates - Holman and Giese - were selected as county commissioners.  My husband, Dale, says he doesn't understand why this is a party job.  Incumbent Jerry Mallet was defeated, but, in a laissez faire fashion claims he's not sorry, he just reduced his work load by 80%!  Of five school issues, only one mill levy passed; the teachers deserve the voter-approved pay raise!  Lots of tax issues - a new lodging tax passed, along with a 1 percent increase in sales tax and repeal of the city portion of the property tax.  The latter goes towards improving city infrastructure - primarily street repair - yes!  The $4.82 per room per night fee will be used for recreation.  I've heard an analyst describe Chaffee County as 1/3 independent, 1/3 Republican, 1/3 Democrat.  In other words, we vote for the candidate.  Local observations from Leslie Walker, Broker/Owner.