Monthly Archives: June 2009

An Advocate for Dewey Beach

By | Published: June 18, 2009
Former Lobbyist Joan Claybrook Helps Preserve Small-Town Charm, Fights Development DEWEY BEACH — The fast track of Washington seems to be the polar opposite of Dewey Beach’s relaxed “way of life.” But for one veteran Beltway power player, the coast is home away from home, and she doesn’t mind fighting for it. Joan Claybrook, a lawyer and [...]
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Residents Fight Height Amendment

By | Published: June 11, 2009
DEWEY BEACH –An amendment to a charter change regarding building-height regulations has come under fire by residents who claim it will cost taxpayers unnecessary money and aggravation. “The reason we put (the 35-foot height limit) in our charter is so that it could be absolute,” said resident Marcia Sheick, who supported the placement of the regulation [...]
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Redford Honors Consumer Advocate Joan Claybrook

By | Published: June 10, 2009
WASHINGTON Actor Robert Redford says he isn’t long on patience, but consumer advocate Joan Claybrook helped him develop the virtue. The celebrity and longtime environmental advocate was in Washington on Tuesday night to honor Claybrook, who recently retired as head of the watchdog group Public Citizen. Redford honored Claybrook as a teacher, mentor and friend. “She taught [...]
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