10 months on the job...
Serving on the Whatcom County Council is an exciting, educational, and rewarding experience. I have met wonderful people and learned about the diverse issues affecting our County. It is a great privilege to do this work and help shape our community.
This recession has severely impacted our budgets. We have slashed jobs and funding. The quality and breadth of services that are integrated with our daily lives will be effected.
On the bright side, I think Whatcom County is uniquely positioned to survive this economic downturn and thrive going forward. Our natural resources, human capital, entrepreneurial spirit, and educational institutions will serve us extremely well.
I look forward to the challenges ahead with determination and optimism and I encourage people to communicate with the Council. I have a Facebook page and a blog hosted on the Bellingham Herald website.
I will view things with an eye on the next 20 - 50 years, to make sure we are investing in the future. Above all, we need to be smart and get results. I hope you will help!