Dear Neighbor,

School’s out and summer’s here! The farmers’ markets are open and it’s time again for Little League games, barbeques and more time at home and outdoors with our families.

 

Political season is also upon us and I’m spending my days going door to door in our neighborhoods listening to you and other 45th District voters. Your input is critical for me to be an effective State Representative in Olympia, so I’m canvassing our area not only to introduce myself and report on legislative issues but also to “take the pulse” of the District and tune in to our neighbors’ most prominent concerns. I’ve already visited about 2,000 homes in our area, so watch out – I may be in your neighborhood soon!


In my first term I was able to score some big wins in the Legislature, including a landmark bill to reduce drunken driving, measures to help us prepare better for emergencies and a court reform bill that will give us better access to the justice system. I was also able to secure critical funding for higher education programs, environmental protection, parks and recreation and public safety projects in our area. I’ve been committed to being accessible and responsive to you, and I believe I’ve lived up to my promise to solve problems with a common-sense approach and to focus on preserving and enhancing our high quality of life.

I’ve always loved living here with my family and our huge network of friends and relatives. We are blessed with stunningly beautiful surroundings, vibrant neighborhoods and a bustling local economy with successful small businesses as well as Fortune 100 companies. Although our region is extraordinary, we still face some serious challenges, so I want to return to the Legislature to continue the work I’ve begun.

I hope I can count on your vote this November.