Dear Editor,

The Columbia County Hospital District Board decision to seek tax payer support for your health system was not an easy one, but one that is of utmost importance to our community.

The coverage provided by both the Dayton Chronicle and The Times was on target regarding the major issues supporting the need for a levy. Their timely coverage is greatly appreciated.

While both touched on the areas of need there are a couple of issues that need to be brought forth now and more in-depth during the immediate future.

First: I know that the "billing system" needs to be fixed and you need to k...