Article a disservice to community

I wish your Wednesday story about leases on Tulalip land had described the whole picture (“Tulalip homes for cheap – with a view and a catch”). I recently sold a house on the reservation which sits on the Fryberg estate leasehold property. These leases are across the bay from Mission Beach and completely separate from the Tulalip tribal leases. Fryberg leases are controlled by the Bureau of Indian Affairs and federal leasing guidelines. They run for 50 years, and the annual lease payments are re-figured every five years under a set formula.

I still live on the reservation in another Fryberg estate property; my lease expires in 2056. As we eat breakfast in the morning we watch the seals eat their breakfast and the eagles often fly by. In the evenings we sit on the bluff and watch the sailboats glide through Port Susan. Occasionally whales show up and then the sun sets in a display that takes one’s breath away. As your article states, it is a million-dollar lifestyle that we certainly couldn’t afford otherwise.

Thank goodness I sold my house before your article was published. Incomplete reporting such as this will mislead some buyers into staying away from a great value on the Tulalip reservation. You’ve done a disservice to those who have houses on the market on Fryberg property.

Fred Wade

Tulalip

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Opinion

Second grade teacher Debbie Lindgren high-fives her students as they line up outside the classroom on the first day of school at Hazelwood Elementary on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Reykdal best to aid achievement of schools, students

The state superintendent has led through challenging years, with funding and other tasks ahead.

toon
Editorial cartoons for Thursday, Oct. 10

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

No on I-2117: CCA not to blame for price of gas

Voting yes on ballot Initiative 2117, and dismantling Washington’s Climate Commitment Act… Continue reading

Choose leaders for president, Congress who support federal workers

As we all observe the devastation in the Southeast United States from… Continue reading

Comment: Nation’s flood insurance system is badly broken

Hurricane Helene may have caused $250 billion in losses. All but $15 billion of that is uninsured.

Paul: At some point, Donald Trump’s lucky streak must run dry

It’s been a remarkable streak in recent decades, but no run of good luck lasts forever.

Jack Armstrong, a Starbird Unit forester, cores a tree located in a portion of the Stilly Revisited timber sale on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Ta'Leah Van Sistine / The Herald)
Editorial: Herrera Beutler best to lead public lands mission

The former member of Congress would balance the state’s trust lands for revenue and conservation.

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson speaks at the Snohomish & Island County Labor Council champions dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Editorial: Ferguson makes case as best choice for governor

The three-term AG knows Washington’s needs and challenges and is prepared to lead the state.

Vote 2024 logo with red and blue text for US presidential election. Election sticker, badge, label, poster, banner, greeting card. Stars and USA flag red strips Vector illustration.
Editorial: Heck a champion for better discourse, government

The former state legislator and member of Congress works for civil debate and good governance.

Bouie: Damage done by Trump’s, Vance’s hurricane of FEMA lies

They weaken a federal agency’s ability to do its work, misinform the public and harm the truth.

toon
Editorial cartoons for Wednesday, Oct. 9

A sketchy look at the news of the day.… Continue reading

Burke: TV ads add nothing to our lives but annoyance

Fair warning: You may start humming the 1-877-Kars4Kids jingle while reading this; then you’ll just fume.

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.