An observation on local government

"When the spotlight shines on one player, sometimes it is easy to forget that success comes from the efforts and accomplishments of the entire cast and crew."

During an election, all eyes are on the candidates, all ears directed to their voice, and, far too frequently, some come to believe that this one person can make great changes and fix all that is wrong with the world.

Government is a team effort.  Having someone take office, one with the experience, energy and commitment, can, frequently change the dynamics, the way a board functions.  It is still a team effort that makes things happen.  When those we elect can work well with their fellow elected officials, progress can be made, but only when a majority makes the decision.  Once the decision is made, it is the efforts of  the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), administrator or manager, working with their staff, that really does the work.

The elected officials, working with other agencies and organizations, can produce more, with less duplication of effort, that one agency working alone.  Working with our community, keeping in tune with their concerns and suggestions, will help assure that decisions made by those we elect will reflect the wishes of the citizens they serve.

Thank you