Cracking the Code

"When we all speak the same language, avoiding buzz words, acronyms and jargon, information can be shared more clearly and efficiently, leading to collaboration." 
Tony De Leo

I attended the PUD meetings today, first for the USGS presentation, then the regular Commissioner meeting.  I had the opportunity to chat with fellow candidates Kenneth Collins and Ken McMillen and feel that this will be a campaign based on mutual respect for each other.

After reading the agenda for today, I requested , during the public comment section, that the Commissioners and PUD staff not use acronyms, industry jargon or buzzwords or at least explain their meaning when used.  The board seems committed to keeping their constituents informed on its issues and activities but the use of terms not familiar to the general public could hamper this effort.  They all seemed to receive this suggestion very well and worked through the rest of the meeting avoiding their use.

Good meeting, our PUD is working hard to resolve numerous problems arising from the PSE takeover.  I must admit, however, that I wanted to roll up my sleeves and join the effort.  We will just have to wait for November (or maybe August) to see if I will have that opportunity.

"What a great county we live in, one that gives each of us the ability to affect its future, but only if we choose to participate!"
Tony