If you're one of those folks who doesn't think your vote counts, think again. In an almost historically low turnout, the Second Ward Seat was decided by a mere 29 votes. That's right, 29.
A testament to a couple well-run campaigns, we apparently struck a cord with an almost identical amount of supporters. The good news is that our platforms were largely similar and I hope to be able to accomplish many of the same things that we both talked about to the many folks we met at various forums, meetings and door-to-door.
The not so good news is that a nearly equal amount of folks thought that I may not be the right person for the job. That leaves me in an interesting position of attempting to earn the respect of a number of folks who live in my ward and see the same things I see everyday.
It will be challenging, but I believe I'm up to it. I am proud to be a representative of folks in our great city and look forward to the opportunity to serve them on the Columbia City Council.
Thank you to all who supported me, helped with my campaign and voted for me.
I will continue to work hard and will do my best to earn what you have given me.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
The Finish Line
Tomorrow is the big day. I spent the weekend finding locations for a few more signs, knocking on doors and interviewing with KMIZ. I feel like this will be a close race, but am comfortable with the campaign I've run and am now ready to leave it up to the voters.
It has been a real learning experience. I've been well-received by most folks and have been supported by a lot of friends, colleagues and business owners. I appreciate that trust and support. It is humbling to know that there are folks who believe in you enough to donate their time and/or money to help with the cause.
Thank you to everyone who assisted me by volunteering, donating or just providing moral support.
Don't forget to get out and vote tomorrow. And bring a friend too.
It has been a real learning experience. I've been well-received by most folks and have been supported by a lot of friends, colleagues and business owners. I appreciate that trust and support. It is humbling to know that there are folks who believe in you enough to donate their time and/or money to help with the cause.
Thank you to everyone who assisted me by volunteering, donating or just providing moral support.
Don't forget to get out and vote tomorrow. And bring a friend too.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Doors, Signs and Weather
Well, since my last post I've knocked on hundreds more doors again meeting some good folks. The weather has not been kind to outdoor activities over the past couple weeks, with only hit-or-miss opportunities to get out without being (1) blown away, (2) soaked or (3) frozen.
My wife Leslie and the kids even got in on the action last week with a warm afternoon allowing them out to walk our neighborhood to dole out my information card. I'd purposely saved something near home so my twins could participate. Knowing their patience level, close to home (and the toy box) is a good place to stay, but it worked out great as they walked with Mom for an hour that day.
My large banner-type signs have taken a beating in the weeks they've been out as the winds that have blown through continue to pry them away from their posts. Somehow I've managed to actually lose completely three 3'x8' banners with my name plastered on them. They may still be flying somewhere. Who knows?
My wife Leslie and the kids even got in on the action last week with a warm afternoon allowing them out to walk our neighborhood to dole out my information card. I'd purposely saved something near home so my twins could participate. Knowing their patience level, close to home (and the toy box) is a good place to stay, but it worked out great as they walked with Mom for an hour that day.
My large banner-type signs have taken a beating in the weeks they've been out as the winds that have blown through continue to pry them away from their posts. Somehow I've managed to actually lose completely three 3'x8' banners with my name plastered on them. They may still be flying somewhere. Who knows?
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