We need to focus on the basics such as streets, water, sewer, fire and police. Zaz Hollander is a veteran journalist based in the Mat-Su and is currently an ADN local news editor and reporter. I want to see the City of Palmer focus on the basic and important things that cities do best: streets, water & sewer and first responders. Coming in third was incumbent undeclared Julie Berberich, and Democrat Lee Henrickson came in fourth. A: I like Palmer and giving back to my community. Many community leaders, on both the left and right, have taken opposing sides on the recall election, which began with early voting on April 4. Four candidates were running for two seats with a 4-3 liberal majority in the balance. 1. The Palmer Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 22-008, passed October 11, 2022. Thousands of dollars have been raised both supporting and opposing the recall election of the three council members for alleged violations of the Open Meetings Act that sparked two separate investigations by a Ketchikan law firm. Current mayor Steve Carrington is among seven in the 2022 ballot. I dont think you should be violating the Open Meetings Act, but I think we should reserve recalls for exceptional things, like if someone is embezzling money and committing a violation of the criminal code.. I am not convinced that is the best use of money. The key to annexation is letting affected land owners know in an unbiassed way what it will actually mean for them. So, breaking ethics and breaking the Alaska Open Meetings Act should have no consequences? said Cindy Hudgins, who is spearheading the recall push. Delivered right as the newspaper goes to print on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Click here to support Alaska Watchman reporting. by Chris Palmer. In the other race, Stu Graham was easily defeating DaJonee Hale, 143 to 36. While Sumner said he hates to give money to Democrats, he opposes the recall because he believes most recalls simply undermine the effectiveness of elected officials. Berberich lost her bid for reelection to Pam Melin. Duties include but are not limited to completing opening and closing procedures, setting up equipment and supplies, and assisting and processing voters. WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Commissioner Donald Palmer began his year-long term as Chairman of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC). Certified Municipal Officials CHICAGO (AP) Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson will meet in a runoff to be the next mayor of Chicago after voters . Coming from a broadly Judeo-Christian perspective, we are committed to the highest standards of journalism and ethical reporting. A: I decided to run because I care about this city and I have a passion to engage in the challenge. Scottsdale group gambles on Sin City complex By Alex Gallagher | Scottsdale Progress Bottled Blonde, founded in . 6:25 a.m., ESPN2 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix practice from Sakhir. If Sumner thinks its not a big deal, then I dont trust him either.. The city is limited in retail, commercial, and residential growth by its five-square mile area. Coming from a broadly Judeo-Christian perspective, we are committed to the highest standards of journalism and ethical reporting. I think we need to look for more ideas like this we can work together to help Palmers businesses and residents prosper. NBC/Will Heath Keke Palmer is a mother! An unusually large number of early votes were cast in this election, city officials say. The hotly-contested At-Large Division II race was almost projected to be a runoff between former State Rep. JP Morrell and City Council member Kristin Gisleson Palmer until the very end, when all . Pro-recall advocates couldnt disagree more with Sumners stance. The Friday Fling was an idea birthed from the adhoc downtown merchants group. The ballot asks residents whether they think three city council members should be recalled from office. When the "more details" link is clicked, Google may incorrectly reflect GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) date and time. The council already includes one appointed member. If you don't know your assigned polling place, you may find it online by using the Alaska State Division of Elections Online Polling Place Locator, or contact the Borough Clerk's Office at (907)861-8683 or the Alaska State Division of Elections at 1 (866)952-8683 (toll free). The city of Palmer elections are Tuesday. The Palmer City Hall, located in Palmer, TX, provides municipal services for residents of Palmer. A majority of voters backed the recall of Sabrena Combs, Jill Valerius and . Read on. Current councilwoman Julie Berberich received 144 votes and candidate Lee Henrikson. The April 2021 Annexation Report by Agnew::Beck is a good place to start. Monday - Friday 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Use this page to check: Voter Registration Status. The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training provided by Mat-Su Health Foundation was developed by law enforcement. Disclaimer: The city clerk's office has the official version of the Palmer Municipal Code. I will use my time wisely to find ways to partner with businesses and community leaders to discuss and solve real problems not perceived problems or personal agendas. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Recall supporters accused Combs, Valerius and Daniels of violating the Open Meetings Act by participating in a closed social justice Facebook group. At the beginning of March 2022, Kherson residents astonished the world by taking to the streets to resist the occupation. We rely on them for protection with both our bike shop and our motel and have always had great support. However, screenshots of the legal memo were shared on local Facebook groups on Oct. 1. Thats nearly half the turnout from the last regular election and the official April 19 election day hasnt even arrived. We had it reviewed by an independent attorney, his analysis was pretty ambiguous as well, Theres not a lot of precedence, especially in social media for what constitutes a meeting, a like or a comment or anything of that nature.. The City of Palmer is holding a special election on April 19 to determine if three members known by some as the "Keyboard Cabal" of the Palmer City Council should be recalled. We take care of streets, provide water and sewer, fire and police departments. Increase walking and biking around town increases physical and mental health of our residents. Voters who wish to cast their ballots on Election Day can vote at either of the two precincts at the Dorothy Swanda Jones Matanuska-Susitna Borough building. var today = new Date() Those who live in Precinct 11-070 should go to the Borough Assembly Chambers. The Sporting Exchange Limited. A legal review was produced by Brandt-Erichsen for both alleged violations, which were then distributed to the council under attorney-client privilege on Sept. 15. Palmer: Taylor Morrison provides two weeks of paid parental leave to team members following the birth or adoption of a child. PDP 7,203. Disclaimer: The city clerk's office has the official version of the Palmer Municipal Code. 1:30 p.m., FS2 NASCAR Cup Pennzoil 400 . This tool will not provide information for individuals who chose to keep their residence address private. This year's election is scheduled for October 7. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Click hereto see the unofficial results. Palmer is holding a special election asking voters if they want to recall three city council members. The Mayor's seat currently held by Glant . Court ruling may give Anchorage School Board pause in barring parents from testifying against sex books, Alaska deaths outpace births by widest margin since 1951, Founding member of Covenant House AK details how youth shelter deliberately rejected its faith-based morals. Oshkosh Mayor Lori Palmeri wins election over Herman in 54th Assembly District . Early, in-person voting for the recall election will be held Monday through Friday beginning on April 4 (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at City Hall (231 W. Evergreen Ave., Palmer, AK 99645). accounts, the history behind an article. Located 42 miles northeast of Anchorage on Palmer Public Library Closed Until Further Notice, Click Here For More Information, City Offices Closed on February 20th for Presidents Day, Community Center (Depot) & Downtown Pavillion. who is in her second term as mayor of Oshkosh and served a total of six years on the city council, received . They were sneaking and conniving and we dont want them in our council.. The 2023 Wisconsin Spring Election is scheduled to be held in the U.S. state of Wisconsin on April 4, 2023. "I'm shopping for kitty litter because I have a wax museum in Paris and one in California," Williams said. Left-leaning candidates Julie Berberich (an incumbent) and Lee Henrikson were far behind the two conservatives, incumbent Steve Carrington and newcomer Pamela Melin. You have permission to edit this article. Three Palmer city council members are being recalled, according to updated results of a special election held this week. Berberichs recall petition was rejected due to its close proximity to her run for reelection and the other three were rejected due to incomplete signatures. Commissioner - Sperry Navone (R) Election Commissioner - Jim Hare (D) . You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. The city council will certify the election during a special meeting on Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. Click here to view Palmers unofficial results. I certainly dont think petty recalls like this are necessary, Daniels said. The recall effort was sparked after discovering that Palmer City Council members Sabrena Combs, Brian Daniels and Jill Valerius, along with former Councilwoman Julie Berberich, were all part of a private Facebook group hosted byMat-Su Moms for Social Justice. Court ruling may give Anchorage School Board pause in barring parents from testifying against sex books, Alaska deaths outpace births by widest margin since 1951, Founding member of Covenant House AK details how youth shelter deliberately rejected its faith-based morals. Election Day: 6:00 a.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. 94.3 Rev-FM The Rock of Texas | Where Texas Rocks The Rock of Texas | Where Texas Rocks The Palmer City Council is scheduled to certify the election results on TBDat 6:00 p.m. in Palmer City Hall Council Chambers. We also visited @JamesCityCounty Director of Elections, Dianna Moorman, who recently testified to the @EACgov on poll worker recruitment best practices and continues to administer top quality elections. This training gives officers the tools and practices to deescalate situations and reduce unnecessary individual and officer harm. Use the 'Report' link on The pay scale of our officers is lower than surrounding departments and Palmer has lost seasoned officers to higher paying jobs in Anchorage and the Troopers. The recall effort was sparked after discovering that Combs, Daniels and Valerius, along with former Councilwoman Julie Berberich, were all part of a private Facebook group Mat-Su Moms for Social Justice. There are just over 300 early, absentee-by-mail and questioned ballots left to tally. The most recent campaign disclosures show each side drawing money from well-known movers and shakers in the community. The petition booklets were issued in November and at least 169 signatures were certified on Jan. 21. The city administration has prepared to run the. Joel is Editor-in-Chief of the Alaska Watchman. Election day is Oct. 5 and polling places are located at the Dorothy Swanda Jones Mat-Su Borough building. 22-020 A: Recently the city employees (not just the police department) completed classes learning to recognize and address Unconscious Bias, Microaggression in the Workplace and Worplace Diversity. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Published: Feb. 28, 2023 at 7:35 PM PST | Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:29 PM PST. Municipal Elections for the City of Wilmer will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Read on. Click here to see unofficial results. Trustee seats currently held by Sam Padgett, Jessica Farr, and (vacant) will be elected in November 2024. A: I support asking areas around Palmer if they want to join Palmer. Disclaimer: The city clerks office has the official version of the Palmer Municipal Code. Board of Elections 607-737-5475. AHOADA EAST LGA. a Ketchikan-based law firm for up to $4,000 to conduct an investigation to determine if the Facebook group activity constituted a violation of the Open Meetings Act. Those in Precinct 11-075 can vote in the Mat Su Borough Gym. Absentee Application and Ballot Status. The leftist organization advocates for issues such as critical race theory, community oversight of police, city mask mandates, Black Lives Matter protest marches and other pet causes of the far left. I want to address them. var today = new Date() The time listed here is the correct time for the advertised meetings. Later that month on Aug. 24, council member Richard Best moved to direct City Manager John Moosey to have an investigation of the alleged violations conducted by an independent law firm based on the claims made by Coons. They brought the weapons to the Center City on Nov. 5, 2020 in support of former President Donald Trump's baseless claims of election fraud, according to the report. In April, Russians started violently dispersing the ongoing protests, shooting at unarmed civilians. The city of Palmer reported 390 ballots that were cast on Tuesday and another 319 have yet to be reported. Valerius then called into question the time at which Bests motion was made, alleging that because it occurred after the meeting had gaveled out, it could also be considered a violation. The Canvass Board is scheduled to meet on 10/4, 10/,5 & 10/6 at approx. You may contact Town & City Halls for questions about: Palmer public records The City of Auburn General Municipal Elections are held in November of even-numbered years and are consolidated with Placer County Elections Division. 9:55 a.m., ESPN2 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying from Sakhir. A: A few elections back I came up with the theme of Getting Back On Track. She has served in #Virginia elections for 18 years. If you have questions regarding the State/Federal election please contact the Alaska State Division of Elections. "I'm as tired as I look," Heather Rae wrote on her Instagram Story today. Meadow Ridge PH2 HOA Meeting Meadow Ridge Phase 2 HOA Important Meeting! that is degrading to another person. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. The city of New Orleans, Louisiana, held primary elections for mayor and seven city council seats on October 14, 2017. More importantly, a good trusting partner. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. "A lot of progress can be made simply by acknowledging: 'Yes, I feel envious,'" says Rick Kahler, a certified financial therapist and certified financial planner in Rapid City, South Dakota. As of the 2020 census the population was 429,954, making it the largest city in Minnesota and the 46th-most-populous in the United States. If you elect people, you expect them to have the backbone to do what they said theyre going to do, and if theyre going to face a recall every time they do something that somebody doesnt agree with, then youre never going to get anybody that ever does anything, he said. At least one of the streams of communications in October 2020 appears to have violated the OMA. You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. He added that his donation to the anti-recall group should not be interpreted as supporting the political policies of the three councilmembers who are up for a vote. Q: If elected, how would you plan to use your time in office to improve the city of Palmer? 103.7 MikeFM Your Hill Country Mix Tape. Be Proactive. BUDGET COMMITTEE . A: I dont see a need to change police policies and procedures. Click here to support Alaska Watchman reporting. The candidates each completed questionnaires for the Frontiersman. Election Day is October 4, 2022 The polls are open from 7:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m. Below are the two City of Palmer precinct locations: 25-320: Mat-Su Borough Building - Assembly Chambers (350 E. Dahlia Avenue) 25-325: Mat-Su Borough School District Administration Building (501 N Gulkana Street) Early In Person Voting: Users should contact the city clerks office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. I want to address this. We won't share it with anyone else. According to thecity financed investigation, the council members in question discussed mask mandates and other controversial matters in the private online group. Palmer city council recall Officeholders Brian Daniels Jill Valerius Sabrena Combs Julie Berberich Recall status Recall approved (Daniels, Valerius, and Combs) Did not go to a vote (Berberich) Recall election date April 19, 2022 Signature requirement 169 signatures See also Recall overview Political recall efforts, 2022 Recalls in Alaska Even after the Russian army seized the city, residents protested against the invaders. Its good to hear that the city is working on online payment of sale tax thats one issue that I have wanted to see. I am heavily invested in Palmer and the economic success of Palmer. From the majestic Pioneer and Twin Peaks in the Chugach Range to the Talkeetna Mountains in Southcentral Alaska, Palmer is framed in breathtaking beauty. On election day (April 19) in-person polling will occur from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at theMat Su Borough building (350 East Dahlia Ave, Palmer). The council then voted 6-0 to pass a consent agenda at their Sept. 14 meeting which included an informational memorandum to contract Scott Brandt-Erichsen of Keene & Currall, P.C.C. This has been a long time coming and something I think all our city council wants to see. "Be compassionate toward yourself," he adds. There are just over 300 early, absentee-by-mail and questioned ballots left to tally. Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman 5751 E Mayflower Ct, Wasilla, AK 99654 | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | The MAT-SU FRONTIERSMAN is owned by Wick Communications. Her makeup-free face looks exhausted as . 231 West Evergreen Avenue Palmer, AK 99645. The Open Meetings Act has been in place for decades and these council members are well-trained in this, Hudgins said of Combs, Daniels and Valerius. A: I would like to see the Council focus on local municipal issues. The information available through the Voter Information tool is pursuant to AS 15.07.195. I remember helping work on the first website for Friday Fling years ago. Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. The general discussion of boards and commissions dated October 15, 2020 did include likes or comments from four members, and related to issues upon which the council might have the power to act, but I did not locate any associated council consideration of the topic of procedures for appointments in that time frame, Brandt-Erichsen wrote in his memo. Q: If elected, what changes would you support within the policies and procedures of the Palmer Police Department, if any? Please keep your comments respectful. On election day (April 19) in-person polling will be at the Mat Su Borough building (350 East Dahlia Ave, Palmer). Federal elections The city of Chicago, Illinois, is holding general elections for mayor, city clerk, city treasurer, city council, and police district councils on February 28, 2023. Budget Procedure and General Finance Provisions, Special Assessments and Public Improvements. Q: Why did you decide to run for City Council and why do you feel Palmer residents should vote for you? Wendy Williams is apparently plotting her return to television.. After being spotted by paparazzi at a New York City PETCO, the longtime talkshow host gave an update on her current life plans. They thought we were a sleepy little town where no one was paying attention. Users should contact the city clerk's office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. With 189 provisional ballots still left to tally, former State Representative Colleen Sullivan-Leonard was comfortably ahead of incumbent and fellow conservative Jordan Rausa 128 to 55. On the ballot before voters in the city of Palmer is a recall petition for council members Brian Daniels, Sabrena Combs and Jill Valerius. They knew exactly what they were doing. A runoff election is scheduled for April 4, 2023. Users should contact the city clerk's office for ordinances passed subsequent to the ordinance cited above. A: I support looking at annexation. Get tips for Arnold Palmer Invitational 2023 and Puerto Rico Open from Steve Rawlings, Dave Tindall and more golf betting experts Court ruling may give Anchorage School Board pause in barring parents from testifying against sex books, Alaska deaths outpace births by widest margin since 1951, Founding member of Covenant House AK details how youth shelter deliberately rejected its faith-based morals. The remaining four council members will appoint replacements for the three unseated members. The Alaska Watchman aims to raise awareness of key issues affecting Alaskans. Monday - Friday 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. In addition, this leave runs concurrently with Family and Medical Leave Act leave, for up to 12 weeks. All rights reserved. The three are accused of holding . Ald. My husband and I have a very good relationship with Palmer PD. Many of our children are missing [] Alabama plays at Texas A&M on Saturday. Recall petitions for Daniels, Combs, Valerius and then-council member Julie Berberich were then submitted to the clerk designee Kristie Smithers and rejected on Sept. 21. Those who wish to vote by mail must request a ballot by filling out an application for an Absentee By-Mail Ballot. Palmer residents can click here to see which voter precinct they live in. The County has dedicated $16 million for municipalities, townships, school districts, and both public and private water/special purpose districts. Contact her at zhollander@adn.com. Coming from a broadly Judeo-Christian perspective, we are committed to the highest standards of journalism and ethical reporting. The birthday wishes for Biel continued to flood in, with numerous celebrities commenting on the post. Copyright 2022 KTUU. Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. BOSTON (AP) Mikal Bridges scored 38 points and the Brooklyn Nets overcame a 28-point deficit to stun the Boston Celtics 115-105 on Friday night. Sitting members are shown in bold text. Read More Happenings Events Newsletters Press Releases Home of the Alaska State Fair But ultimately there is far more tedious but important things that we deal with on a local level that we have been unable to do because of these huge distractions.. According to thecity financed investigation, the council members in question discussed mask mandates and other controversial matters in the private online group. Palmer, AK 99645. I want to make sure they have the tools (including training) they need to serve in their positions. Palmer Train Depot Repeal Rank Choice Voting Signing Hosted By Alaskans For Honest Elections Bill. According to campaign disclosure forms submitted to the Alaska Public Offices Commission, the group supporting the recall has raised and spent a greater sum than those opposing the recall. The filing deadline for this election was November 28, 2022. Its a scary thing that four of the seven people on the council could be appointed representing our city, Combs said. According to state voter rolls, Palmer has 4,920 registered voters within the city limits, which means there are many more potential ballots that could be cast over the next few days. [texts-excerpt] penalty for cutting mangroves in floridaFREE EstimateFREE Estimate Those who live in Precinct 11-070 should go to the Borough Assembly Chambers. I dont think what we did constitutes breaking the open meetings act. 21. This would improve walkability and bikeability in our town since safety is a first step. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, A sign lets Palmer residents know where they can vote early for the April 19 recall election. The singer-actress revealed on Instagram that she gave birth to a son, revealing his name (Leodis Andrellton Jackson) and shared photos from his first few days of life . No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Conservatives had a good night in the Oct. 4 Palmer and Wasilla city elections, according to the unofficial results on election night. The removal of the three members means four of seven council seats will be appointed, rather than elected, until the next general election in October. The Palmer Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 22-008, passed October 11, 2022. Please call (907) 861-7801 and ask for the Clerk's office if you have questions regarding meeting dates and times. Legislative Council. The last times they reached the state finals was when they repeated as state champions in 2017 and 2018. Lee Henrikson and Pamela Melin are also running for a seat on the Palmer city Council. The Town Clerk is the designated election official for elections in the Town of Palmer Lake. PDP 2,358. . Two Virginia men who were convicted of carrying guns near the Convention Center as votes from the presidential election were being counted in 2020 were given sentences Wednesday that spared them from additional jail time. Disclaimer: The city clerk's office has the official version of the Palmer Municipal Code. Palmer, Rosemary 3,982 -- 3%. Palmer council members that attend the Alaska Municipal League newly elected official training are given instruction on how the Open Meetings Act affects their communication, and are given updates once a year by the city attorney. or anything. All rights reserved. The leftist organization advocates for issues such as critical race theory, community oversight of police, city mask mandates, Black Lives Matter protest marches and other causes. There are two seats available with four candidates running for Council. While Berberich and Henrikson will likely gain a larger share of these remaining votes they have a sizable gap to close on Carrington and Melin. The filing deadline for this election was July 14, 2017. In Palmer, incumbent Mayor Steve Carrington won unopposed, while fellow conservatives on the city council Carolina Anzilotti and Richard Best had comfortable leads. Timothy Steed, 1215 Trescott Avenue . City council members are elected at large for a four-year term. The city of Palmer opened early voting on Sept. 20 for the Palmer City Council elections. Our reports look to inform and equip Alaskans to effectively engage the culture for the common good. Located 42 miles northeast of Anchorage on. Early voting underway in Palmer recall election, Early voting has begun in a special election to decide the recall of three Palmer City Council members over allegations that they violated the Open Meetings Act, Fish and Game announces king salmon closures in the Cook Inlet area, No Palmer Recall-Keep Combs-Daniels-Valerius, Stay up to date with the Alaska's News Source Digital Digest. 2023 Regular Election City of Palmer October 3, 2023, Regular Election The Canvass Board is scheduled to meet on 10/4, 10/,5 & 10/6 at approx. Wick Communications. A: Currently the city is finalizing the process where businesses can pay their sales tax online. Court ruling may give Anchorage School Board pause in barring parents from testifying against sex books, Alaska deaths outpace births by widest margin since 1951, Founding member of Covenant House AK details how youth shelter deliberately rejected its faith-based morals. Pine City, NY 14871 607-259-9262 . A: If there hasnt been a recent survey of what Palmer businesses would like from the city, that is a good starting point. I believe in all our First Responders including our Palmer Police. The city had 5,888 residents as of 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau. NNPP 301 . The city of Palmer opened early voting on Sept. 20 for the Palmer City Council elections. PALMER, Alaska (KTUU) - Early voting in Palmers special recall election began on Monday and will continue at Palmer City Hall until Election Day on April 19. var year = today.getFullYear() I would like to see our dirt roads finally get paved! Copyright Phone: 907-761-1301 Fax: 907-761-1340 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Polling Place Location. Receive the digital, interactive PDF of the newspaper in your inbox. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. About 14% of registered Palmer voters (709 people) bothered to cast a ballot. Local government 2022 Elections Palmer is a city in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska. [VASHA HUNT/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS] The group No Palmer Recall-Keep Combs-Daniels-Valerius reported a total income of over $6,000 but has spent just over $1,200. Joel is an award winning journalist and has been reporting for over 20 years, He is a proud father of 8 children, and lives in Palmer, Alaska. From left, Palmer City Council Members Sabrena Combs, Brian Daniels and Jill Valerius are up for a recall vote on April 19. Its a win all around. Hudgins said the three council members in question have essentially broken trust with the people they are supposed to represent. document.write(year) This includes seven Labor members (Tara Moriarty, Penny Sharpe, Greg Donnelly, Anthony D'Adam, Daniel Mookhey, Peter Primrose, Mark Buttigieg), five Liberal members (Damien Tudehope, Taylor Martin, Natalie Ward, Natasha Maclaren-Jones and Aileen MacDonald), three Nationals .