I read (again) in the Sept. 7 Highlands Ranch Herald about the disagreements among the three Douglas County commissioners. I am distraught that three grown adults are unable to work together, negotiate and work to make Douglas County a better place to live. I think all three should be removed from office and replaced with people who have the skills to negotiate and make positive changes in Douglas County.

That said, I also believe that having three commissioners in such a populated county is counterproductive. A continual 2:1 vote on every issue offers no opportunity to look at other points of view. I think Douglas County is ready to elect five commissioners when that opportunity becomes available. There will be more diverse and hopefully productive discussion of the many issues that face Douglas County. I would like to see the commissioners work for the citizens rather than bicker like little kids on a playground.Marilyn Binkley, Highlands Ranch