I had a unique opportunity a few evenings ago to have an extended conversation with Tim Matthes about the state of the county and our most pressing issues. Tim Matthes has a strong understanding of our economic condition, the needs of our citizens, and where we need to prioritize tax dollars.
Tim understands how issues affect each other and how other jurisdictions affect county issues and county citizens. Tim says it is important to prioritize the duties of county government, fund within the resources available, and exercise fiduciary responsibility, especially in difficult times.
I support Tim Matthes because he is the candidate who appreciates the need for developing our business base while still protecting our ability to fund the priorities of local government and preserving a high quality of life.
Economic development and a high quality of life are not mutually exclusive. Tim Matthes understands this. His opponent didn't earn a second term (or the seat back four years ago either) because it appeared to many (myself included) that she didn't understand the need to find win-win solutions.
In a recent Kitsap Sun article, his opponent states that she has learned a lot about "common ground" since then. Perhaps she has. However, electing her again would be quite a risk to find out.
Economic development and a high quality of life are not mutually exclusive. Tim Matthes understands this. His opponent didn't earn a second term (or the seat back four years ago either) because it appeared to many (myself included) that she didn't understand the need to find win-win solutions.
In a recent Kitsap Sun article, his opponent states that she has learned a lot about "common ground" since then. Perhaps she has. However, electing her again would be quite a risk to find out.
Please vote TIM MATTHES for Kitsap County Commissioner, Position 2.
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