Mattawa MAKE-OVER

As you have probably heard, the schools in Mattawa are leading an effort to begin placing historical and regionally themed murals on Government Way (main street).

We have placed two murals already and are planning to place four to five more this spring.

We feel strongly that placing these murals will improve perceptions of our community and ultimately increase property values and business.

In our district we have a mantra that says, "Water the bamboo." It's about how giant bamboo grow 90 feet in 60 days, but farmers water and tend to them for at least three years before they see any signs of growth.

We believe that this mantra represents both our community and our district. If we do the right things, we will see massive growth. I, like many, believe we have seen this growth already start in our district.

I'm writing in hopes of you or your business making a small donation toward supplies (paints, plywood, clear coat, etc) for the murals. We have three levels of support, bronze, silver and black. Your name or your businesses name will be placed on the plaque that commemorates this Mattawa Make-Over project.

To make a donation go to the district webpage and click the link that says www.wsd73.wednet.edu/Page/1096 Donate to Mattawa Make-over."

Let's come together as a community and make it a reality.

Aaron Chavez

Superintendent - Wahluke Schools