Which one??

"Decisions should be based on the individual issue, not which individual is supporting or opposing it."

During the campaign, the question has been raised, more than once, "which commissioner will you be more able to work with and support?"

If elected, before I take office in January, a primary goal will be to develop a working relationship with Commissioner Burke and Commissioner King (listed in alphabetic order, not order of preference).  Only when all three work together can the business of the PUD Board be conducted efficiently and for the benefit of those we represent.  Treating each other, and those we serve, with respect, as professionals, is essential.

But that doesn't answer the question!  How, and who, will I choose to align with while conducting PUD Board business. I would hope that I will not have to choose.  After staff presentation and discussion on an issue, with each Commissioner expressing their opinion, I would hope that the Board would take action based on what would be best for those we represent and the PUD. 

Should the other Commissioners be split on how to proceed, I would consider the individual issue and vote based on what would produce the best outcome for our community.  My decision would not be about which individual supported or opposed the issue, but rather on the issue itself.  After a vote or decision is made by the Board, whether it be from a 3 - 0 or 2 - 1 vote, I would expect that the each of us would respect and support the majority decision and be able to move on in a professional and courteous manner.

The duty of Board of Commissioners of Jefferson County PUD #1, and each Commissioner, is to act in the best interest of those we represent and not be diverted from that responsibility due to personalities or personal agendas.


Thanks to our PUD staff, the water flows and our lights shine brightly tonight!!