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2018 PRIM A RY E LECTION
What is a primary?
Chimacum needs levy
Jimmy Hall jhall@ptleader.com In comparison with general elections, especially those that come every four years when the president of the United States is at stake, it is no secret the primaries see less attention. Though they do not get the same amount of limelight, their ramifications can be felt in following elections. As one might infer, primary elections, which are conducted in the middle of the year, and vary on what date they are held state by state, determine candidates who will run in the General election, for the most part. As Washington runs on a top-two primary system, any registered voter will be able to vote for any candidate on the ballot, regardless of their affiliation. The two candidates who receive the most votes will move on to the November General election. Positions having one or two candidates for their office, and there are a few that will arrive on Jefferson County doorsteps, will also move on to November and will need a 50 percent plus one vote to claim their seat. There are 29 candidates running for United States Senator, including five
Although Chimacum Schools Superintendent Rick Thompson expressed optimism about the district's replacement levy on the Aug. 7 ballot, he noted the district is taking no chances as to its passage. “Statewide, replacement levies like this have passed for well over 90 percent of the school districts that have run them,” Thompson said. “But we looked at the election calendar, and realized that, if we were going to choose to run this levy again, we'd have to file on the day of the election, before we found out the results.” As such, even though the Chimacum School District hopes and expects its replacement levy to pass Aug. 7, it has already re-filed the levy for the November election. “If it turns out we don't need to run it again, we can withdraw the levy from the fall ballot, without being charged for it,” Thompson said. “We can only run a levy like this twice within a calendar year, and the collections from the existing levy expire on Dec. 31 of this year, so we've got a hard deadline.” Thompson reiterated that capital facilities support expenses, such as those that
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See Levy, page 12▼
Jefferson Co. Voting 101
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Jimmy Hall Jhall@ptleader.com Gone are the days of finding a time off work on Election Day and hurrying to the appropriate polling station to cast the all-important ballot. Since the Washington State Legislature passed a bill requiring all 39 counties to conduct election by mail in 2011, all elections use the Postal Service to distribute ballots and collect them, if voters choose. In Jefferson County, there are 27,886 registered voters, as July 16, it the county’s 39 precincts. The voters should expect their ballots after the day they are mailed out, July 18, and need to be returned to either a drop box, to the Jefferson County Elections Department, or postmarked by Election Day, Aug. 7, to be counted. All ballots are counted once received by the Elections Department, though there will be another count of any additional ballots by 4 p.m. Aug. 10. When the ballot comes in the mail, there will be a ballot to fill out, a secrecy envelope and a return envelope. For voters who do not receive a ballot, contact the Jefferson County Elections Department at 360-385-9119 or at 1820 Jefferson St. between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on workdays. Be sure to follow the instructions on the ballot before returning it. Filled-in ballots can be returned
manage all (central committee) operations. This includes voting on officers, policies, plans and activities. The site states PCOs are also expected to “actively participate in committees, as well as in executing plans and conducting activities.” The Jefferson County Republican Party website goes on to list other responsibilities of the PCO position as including: 1. Facilitating voter registration and absentee ballot access. 2. Leading get-out-the-vote outreach efforts. 3. Distributing campaign and party literature. 4. Promoting the party. 5. And addressing voter concerns. The Jefferson County Democrats' website employs
Jimmy Hall jhall@ptleader.com Though it is too late for a person to register using mail-in and online registration and to update voter information to ensure a ballot arrives at their door before Election Day, it is not too late for new voter sto register. Brand new voters who have not registered in Washington still can if they do so in person by the July 30 deadline, one week before the Primary Election Day on Aug. 7. Though voting is a right protected by the U.S. Constitution, there are a few hoops to jump through to ensure a ballot is received and properly counted. In order to register, voters must be a citizen of the United States, if they are in Washington they need to be a legal resident of the state, must be at least 18 years old by Election Day, not disqualified from voting due to a court order and must not be under the Department of Corrections supervision for a Washington felony conviction. To prove residency, a voter must establish their residency at least 30 days before Election Day, which is done by providing proof such as showing a bill. Voters can only be registered at one location, even if they own multiple residences. Those who have nontraditional addresses, such as a motor home or transitional house, their residence is the physical location at the time they register to vote.
See PCO, page 12▼
See Register, page 12▼
See Voting, page 2▼
Kirk Boxleitner kboxleitner@ptleader.com
Districts
Pictured above, is a map of the Jefferson County Commissioner districts and local precints outlining their respective serving areas. In the 2018 primary election, more than 40 candidates are vying for Democratic Precinct Committee Officers, while four hopefuls are wanting to advance to the November General Election in the Commission District 3 seat. Photo coutresy of Jefferson County Auditor’s Office
PCOs determined in primary Kirk Boxleitner kboxleitner@ptleader.com One office on the Aug. 7 ballot voters might not be accustomed to seeing listed as frequently is that of Precinct Committee Officer. “PCO elections are significant, and people don't understand them,” said Bruce Cowan, former chair of the Jefferson County Democrats. “The two major parties in the county each have a central committee, that has a certain authority under law. Each central committee is made up of the PCOs elected in the primary elections on even-numbered years, and each PCO's term is two years.” The Jefferson County Republican Party website stated the PCO job description is to “define and
Prosecuting Attorney Full Name: Michael E. Haas Age: 57 Town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Wife, Heather Haas; four children ages 9 – 15, adopted from Ethiopia Hobbies: Hiking, sailing, reading, spending time with my family when the demands of the office permit it. Why is it important for you to run for office? “Jefferson County needs an experienced and mature attorney at the helm of the Prosecutor’s Office. It needs a leader committed to social justice who emphasizes the use of therapeutic courts where appropriate but will double down on serious violent and sex offenders. We need a prosecutor who is independent and not beholden to certain political groups; one who has the courage to tell the County’s institutional clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. We need someone who will maintain
Prosecuting Attorney
Full Name: James Mitchell Kennedy Age: 37 Town I live in: Port Ludlow Family: I am married to my wife of 12 years, Krystal. We What makes you stand out as a candidate? have two sons, Sol “Experience. 30 years vs. 5 years and Collin, and are practicing law. Law offices supervised: three vs. none. Attorneys supervised: 12 vs. expecting a third any day now. Hobbies: none. I enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, travelling, “I possess: extensive trial experience, extensive appellate experience, complex cooking and being a dad. litigation experience in criminal and civil matters, and federal criminal and civil Why is it important for you to run for office? “When the people see their public offices experience. “In my 30 years of practicing law, I served: performing well, it builds confidence in our 15 years in criminal prosecutions, 11 in criminal shared government. When they see them performing poorly, as they have for the past defense, and four in civil litigation. “When it comes to management, which is three and more years, the opposite happens. I one of the key roles of the Prosecuting Attorney, am running to restore the public's confidence in I believe in hiring excellent personnel, giving the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.” them the training and tools they need to do their jobs, then staying out of their way. It’s a proven What makes you stand out as a candidate? “As a former Army officer who has lead See Haas, page 12▼ the incredible team of extremely experienced litigators I’ve brought together. “We need someone with significant trial and appellate experience who knows the value of a case and can act as a guide for other attorneys in the office in analyzing the complex legal and ethical issues that arise on a daily basis. We need a prosecutor that has actually supervised and mentored other attorneys.”
troops in Iraq and a current prosecutor who keeps up on the law because of my full caseload, I am the only candidate who has the experience necessary to manage the office and litigate cases. I will use my administrative skills to make sure every member of the staff has the tools and support they need to excel at their duties. I will also carry a caseload, litigate my own cases and share the best practices that I have learned while serving in other counties.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Training - The legal world is constantly changing. That means the attorneys and the staff need specialized training to do their jobs and keep their skills sharp and up-to-date. “Team work - I want to work with the Dove House and local law enforcement to establish a Child Advocacy Center to protect victims, get them the services they need and assist with investigations. I will bring these agencies together along with CPS, and our mental-health providers to establish a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure collaboration occurs during the investigation and prosecution of cases. “Safer Streets - One of the most serious crimes regularly occurring in our county is DUI See Kennedy, page 12▼
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Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader
Precinct 101
Precinct 102
Full name: Ann Waldron age: 73 town in which you live: Gardiner Hobbies: Painting, gardening and traveling
Full name: Ben Rutherford age: 36 town in which you live:
Precinct 102 Full name: Ray Hunter
“(Jefferson County) demands serious environmental protection while balancing Discovery Bay the needs of our neighbors who live and Hobbies: work here. There is growth here with new Hiking, moths, learning new things, neighbors and farms, logging and new small businesses. We do not need rezoning to create strip gaining new skills and food Why is it important for you to run for this position? malls and big box stores. Precinct 102’s focus should be on “To represent Precinct 101 at county democrat meetings.” farming the land, stream protection for salmon, acceptable Why is it important for you to run for office? “We live in a time where I feel it is important to stand up for timber harvest while encouraging small business growth.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? democracy. Making human connections with those whom you “I'm responsible and a good listener.” Precinct 103 may not agree with is vital in preserving our country even when those people who disagree with you from within your own party.” Full name: What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? Thomas Douglas Meyer “Encourage everyone to vote.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? age: “I feel I can sit down and talk to just about anyone if they feel 67 What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? they have something to say. Politics starts at the very local level town in which you live: “I listen, I'm responsible and I'll do a good job.” with diverse voices like those found in Precinct 102. I want to Quilcene help champion progressive ideas and have them challenged by Family: Precinct 101 conservative ones. There is danger living in an echo chamber.” Wife, Linda Saunders; step-son, Sean Thatcher; and three grandchildren Full name: Franklin Wallbrown Hobbies: What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? age: 29 Gardening “Within the party; I believe the way in which super delegates town : Gardiner declared themselves before primary elections in 2016 began, was “I am an aggressive fighter for fairness a poor decision and I hope to help direct the party away from Why is it important for you to run for office? and want to make sure people are elected to future poor decisions.” “It's important to run because the PCO position is the political office who are motivated by healthy foundation of the Democratic Party. It's where the rubber meets growing viewpoints like the progressive What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? the road in getting things done in local politics and getting agenda bringing back core Democratic values.” Democrats elected.” “I am running for this position, not against anyone.” Information provided by the Jefferson County Auditor’s Office.
Democrats! You need to vote by August 7 to put our local party back on track. In 21 precincts, Democratic voters will elect Precinct Committee Officers for the Jefferson County Democrats.
Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) elected August 7 will elect the next party chair and other officers this December. Elected in public elections, PCOs represent Democrats in their precincts on the Central Committee of the party. There are contests for PCO in 21 of the 39 precincts in Jefferson County. You will see PCO candidates on your ballot only if you live in one of those precincts.
Let’s get back on track with these winning strategies:
include all Democrats in a big tent • work to elect Democrats • focus on local elections engage and inform voters • lead with competence • and, hey, let’s put the fun back into it!
Please support these candidates for Precinct Committee Officer: DISTRICT ONE 700: Tobi McEnerney, PCO, campaign manager, tax reform activist 702: Gary Engbrecht, long-time incumbent, heroic party volunteer 703: Gary B. Larson, former PCO, delegate, campaigner 704: Jonathan Bakin, dad, scientist, can no longer stand by and watch 706: Bruce Cowan, social justice advocate, former JCD chair, campaign manager 707: John Collins, former port commissioner, JCD parliamentarian 708: Libby Urner Wennstrom, youth services advocate, community treasure 709: John Austin, former County Commissioner, engaged Democrat
DISTRICT TWO 104: Marty Gilmore, current JCD chair, environmental activist 301: John Hamilton, incumbent, past JCD Treasurer, 24th LD Sec, campaigner 302: Jean Ball, incumbent, JCD volunteer, campaign manager 304: Alise Moss Vetica, incumbent, proven effective community activist 306: Nancy Mann, committed Democrat, reliable volunteer
DISTRICT 3 101: Ann Waldron, responsible, open-minded, speaks her truth 102: Ray Hunter, past PCO, and long-time active Democrat 103: Tom Meyer, two-term incumbent, two-term JCD Board member 201: Patricia Jones, environmentalist, JCD volunteer 500: Linda Karp, long-time incumbent, campaigner, event organizer 502: Gerry Lasser, incumbent, canvassed every 502 door in 2016 505: John Fabian, former JCD chair, environmental activist
You can see your precinct at myvote.wa.gov or on your ballot. See a zoomable map of the precincts at https://tinyurl.com/ybpxj9tm For the online Voters’ Guide, go to https://tinyurl.com/ydd58z9h Paid for by Deborah Pedersen, because it’s all about electing Democrats! I care deeply about the Jefferson County Democrats. Over the last ten years, I have served in many roles: Vice Chair, Finance Chair, Membership Chair, Elections Chair, Operations Chair, and Deputy Treasurer. Over the last couple of years, we have become less effective. In these times, we need the leadership of a strong Central Committee and a cohesive Executive Board committed to electing qualified Democrats to public office. Write to me at BackOnTrackPCOs@gmail.com
What makes you stand out as a candidate? “What makes me stand out is my commitment to public service, 21 years as a U.S. Coast Guard Officer, and my volunteer work in the community. I worked with Habitat for Humanity on a home repair project in Quilcene, and for the Quilcene beatification efforts. I have lived in this community for 17 years and I'm a steward of forest lands, working for the preservation of our natural resources.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “We need a party that works for all who vote for Democratic candidates, so we can effectively address those issues that are important to Democrats. The biggest issue I would like to address is available and affordable housing. It's essential to growing our local economy.” See 103, page 3▼
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through the Postal Service, using an envelope, or can be placed at one of six drop boxes located around the county. Boxes are located at the Jefferson County Courthouse at the back parking lot, the Auditor's Office on the first floor of the courthouse, Jefferson County Library parking lot, Brinnon Community Center, Quilcene Community Center and the Nordland Fire Station. Each will be open 20 days prior to Election Day and will be accessible at all hours every day, except the Auditor's Office box, which is open Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Drop boxes are white with red and blue lettering and are emptied regularly by two elections staff members to ensure validity of the election. A stamp is not required to be counted if they are dropped off at one of these ballot boxes. The ballots also do not need a stamp if they are mailed using USPS. Ballots must be placed in the boxes by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Voters should be aware if they do not sign the ballot declaration or the signature do not match with the voter registration record, they will be sent a challenge letter with directions to resolve the challenge. Those who are unable to sign the declaration would need to make a mark and have two witnesses sign where indicated. Power of Attorney and Signature Stamps are not valid for voting purposes. Ballots that are mailed need to be postmarked no later than Election Day. “If you mail it on Election Day, we suggest you take in and ask them to hand cancel it,” stated the Jefferson County website, “otherwise the cancellation date may be the next day and considered too late.”
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Why is it important for you to run for this position? What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “My Precinct 104 needs local representation on county issues. I “I have the experience, over three years as a PCO and want to amplify our voice within the Democratic party and beyond District 3 representative to the executive board, and I have the it.” dedication to do the work of a PCO. In 20I6, I was the chair of the county caucus committee and area coordinator for the Quilcene What makes you stand out as a candidate? caucuses.” “I can listen to a broad range of individual opinions, encouraging open discussion without judging.” Precinct 103 Full name: Chelsea Pronovost age: 33 town in which you live: Quilcene Family: Husband, Chris Pronovost Hobbies: Walking/hiking with my dog, taking nature classes, practicing green/low waste living. A lot of my time is currently being spent preparing to build my tiny house. Why is it important for you to run for this position? “When I moved to Quilcene just over two years ago, I realized that living in a smaller community affords me the opportunity to really get involved and make a difference. I love meeting and talking to new people and this position would be the perfect way for me to bridge the gap between my community and the Democratic Party.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I think my fresh perspective and the fact that I don't have any preconceived notions about people, the Party or the county, really sets me apart. I am also willing to be available to my community by providing my phone number, email and mailing address so that people can easily get a hold of and communicate with me.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “I have quite a few social and environmental issues that I'm passionate about. The top few being: Stressing to the county the importance of being good stewards of the earth by stopping the use of chemical sprays on our roadways and holding timber companies accountable for the use of our forests. Bringing highspeed internet to rural Jefferson county so we can function in the 21st century. Bringing affordable housing to Jefferson County with support for more equitable building regulations for tiny houses, composting toilets, etc.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I believe that what is right is right and what is wrong is wrong. I don't care if ‘this is the way we've always done it,’ I am willing to stick my neck out, speak up and push for necessary changes and be a voice for my community.”
Precinct 104 Full name: Marty Gilmore age: 68 town in which you live: Cape George Family: Wife, Marta Krissovich; nurse practitioner and daughter, Laurel Oliver-Gilmore, autism
specialist Hobbies: Sailing, film study, puppy raising for service dogs
Precinct 201
Full name: Patricia A. Jones age: 62 town in which you live: Quilcene Family: Parents (91 and 88 – going strong!), siblings and families What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “My neighbors are sometimes afraid to talk about politics Hobbies: Gardening, hiking, swimming, picking berries, reading, because they are afraid they will get an angry response. But we have to talk politics because we have urgent issues to address. I painting, cooking want to find more ways to get more of us involved in productive Why is it important for you to run for this position? discussion.” “Precinct Committee Officers’ main job is to help elect candidates for their party. I want to work hard for Precinct What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? 201 residents to help them participate in elections with good “I've been chair of the county Democrats for the last year and a half at a time of great division within the party. I've had more information about the candidates and issues. I want to work for success than anyone else at reaching out to the various factions Quilcene and surrounding environment – we need appropriate infrastructure and economic development, while protecting our within the party and holding them together.” environment. I want to support candidates and initiatives that prioritize services and economic development in rural areas, Precinct 104 women’s rights, and the environment.” Full name: What makes you stand out as a candidate? Linda Sutton “I have over 30 years’ experience supporting Democratic age: 71 candidates, legislation and initiatives in Washington state, and town in which you live: other areas. I volunteer on campaigns, help raise funds, and work Cape George to get out the vote. I volunteer to support curriculum changes Family: Husband, Dan; two daughters, Catherine to include expanded civic education, and voter registration, and Suzanne; one grandson, Seamus; one especially for young people. I actively participate in Democratic party activities – not just attending meetings, but also working on dog, Cody; two cats, Raja and Maggie initiatives and campaigns. I have background and experience in Hobbies: law and policy, as well as advocacy with all levels of government Photography, gardening and social media – local, county, state, national and international. I want to help the Democratic Party be, again, an active and effective voice for Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I am running for this position because I believe it is important the changes needed in today’s political reality, and for Democratic to continue building democracy within the Democratic Party. candidates.” We made important advances. I served on the JCD Platform Committee, which was revised and is now based on the WA What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “Quilcene needs infrastructure investment to stimulate State Democratic Party's. As Political Action chair last year, I helped make sure meetings are more geographically located economic development and protect the environment. I have throughout the county and developed a questionnaire used to experience evaluating infrastructure projects from the perspective clarify candidate positions. We need to continue opening up the of low-income residents and rate structures, water law, and the party to greater participation by younger people and democrats human right to water. Our county and nonprofits work hard to who are not currently part of the Jefferson County Democrats.” provide essential services in rural communities and I want to support those efforts. Jefferson County Library has wonderful programs in south county. Quilcene Fire and Rescue staff work What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Fifty years of Democratic Party loyalty and political activism. hard. We need better internet access in rural areas. I want to Organizer for political events that included more than 35 in the support candidates who will prioritize services and economic last primary, single-payer health care forums, and opposition development in rural areas. I am an advocate for the environment to salmon net pens and Growlers. Signature gathering for two and our area requires balancing the impacts on the environment initiatives to get big money out of government, as well as the most and natural resources of our decisions today. We as a community recent I-1600, Whole WA Health Care. Sponsored resolutions have responsibilities to live up to the treaty agreements and opposing no nuclear first strike (passed at state level) including protect the fisheries for tribes, and for the public to enjoy, as well as commercial operations. No on TPP (four other counties joined us). What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “I want to step up to the responsibility to serve south county “The need for our Democrats to be working together more residents, Democratic candidates and officials, and Democratic effectively and encouraging our elected officials to follow our Party values. As a woman, it is important to step forward Jefferson County Democratic Party platform.” and strengthen the voice for equal rights, and changes in law and policy that protect people from sexual harassment and What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? establish avenues to enforce protections. Congress has opened “I believe that communication and collaboration (are) essential investigations into environmental organizations working to in our party and that following our rules and bylaws will result See 201, page 4▼ in a more inclusive organization.”
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uphold the law, while rolling back environmental protections in water, air and natural resources. Federal agencies are not enforcing existing law and weakening regulations to protect the environment. State and local law and policy are becoming even more important as a counter balance to turning back the clock at the national level. The political challenges of today need us to
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full Name: Beth Stroh-Stern age: 68 town in which you live: Brinnon Family: Precinct 201 Husband, Fred Stern; three grown children and their spouses; and four grandchildren. Full name: Hobbies: Clayton White Enjoying retirement with boating, kayaking and age: rowing. Foraging for mushrooms, crab, shrimp and 70 clams. Volunteering on the Duckabush and Quilcene town in which you live: salmon monitoring projects through Hood Canal Salmon Quilcene Enhancement organization. Gardening, yoga, ukulele and Family: I have a brother, sister, daughter and extreme crafting.
granddaughter Hobbies: I enjoy photography, music and philosophy
Why is it important for you to run for office? “I am running to help enable a wider reflection of local values into the selection of candidates for office in Jefferson County Democrats. I have lived in Quilcene for almost 20 years and have been a volunteer campground host at our two local campgrounds having worked with Parks and Recreation to re-open those two campgrounds and started, led and completed a project to resurface the deteriorated sport courts nest to the community center two years ago. I recently painted a set of Pickleball lines on the tennis court as well.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Personally, I would like to see leaders at the county level focus more effort in helping Quilcene residents find it a bit easier to move forward in their lives with quality, up-todate infrastructure including better public transportation, grace periods with code enforcement of new construction and business, which would allow people time to come into compliance, and also vocational training classes such as wood and metal shops and advanced computer at the high-school level.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “The one thing I would want voters to know about me is that I followed through with getting the sport court project completed with the generous donations given by the hundreds of local citizens.”
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Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader
Full name: Jolene Elkins Family: Mother of eight children, grandmother of two, and a wife for 32 years.
“I strongly believe in a better life for all. I believe now is the time, like never before, we all need to come together to make a difference. Let’s unite in our mission for change. Let’s stand up for those that have no voice. Let’s help everyone find their voice. Let’s make sure that each and every person knows that they matter. I would like to help motivate those in my community to get involved. We need more voices, we need fresh ideas. We need everyday working people.” Information provided by the Jefferson County Auditor’s Office.
Precinct 301 full Name: John W. Hamilton age: 71 town in which you live: Port Hadlock Family: Wife, Jill; two grown sons, Michael and Jeffery
Hobbies: Camping, motorcycle and repairing small engines
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I believe that I can make a positive difference for our community here in Jefferson County with my involvement in the Democratic Party. Staying in touch with those who are making the decisions that impact us locally is a large part of what democracy is and I strongly believe in our democratic way of government. I want to represent the diversity of the precinct and hope residents Why is it important for you to run for this position? “To make sure our town is heard and help Brinnon decides of Chimacum 301 will feel free to contact me.” its own future. The Brinnon area is faced with a decision: to follow the sub area plan and preserve the rural nature What makes you stand out as a candidate? of our town, or allow the giant Master Planned Resort “I am presently the PCO of Chimacum 301 and have been and change forever the peaceful life most enjoy here. representing the precinct for six years. I live here year-round and The proposed 890 units will bring 300 plus new voting attend county commissioner meetings to stay in touch with what residents. That block of voters will tip the political the citizens bring before the BOCC, and how they respond to the balance of our town. We will lose our political voice to citizens. There is always issues to address and things to be done the new residents, who may value a more urban lifestyle all year long, and I am one who steps up and helps get what is and vote for more amenities and higher taxes. That kind needed done. I have been active in politics for many years and was of growth will price out fixed-income residents and bring president of the Communications Workers of America Local 7800 traffic congestion and degrade the health of Hood Canal. out of Seattle, a 3,000 member union that represents telephone We need to plan for affordable housing and sustainable workers.” businesses working in our rural setting. JCD DOED should help to create more small businesses instead of What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? one large one.” “As a leader in the Democratic party I want to see the Party do what it is chartered to do and that is elect good effective democrats What makes you stand out as a candidate? to leadership positions. I believe the Democratic Party needs to “I believe in local participation in our government. I was be inclusive and we need to appreciate all the contributions of elected PCO in 2016 and have worked to make our voices all active Democrats. We need to work on common values of heard. When the pass camera quit working two years ago, our education, the environment, a stronger local economy, health care town relied on facebook community page to get traveler info for all and fair taxation.” on pass conditions. A neighbor had sent letters to WADOT asking to have the pass camera repaired and was turned down. What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? I forwarded those letters and info to State Rep. Mike Chapman “I have lived and worked in and around Jefferson County since and to Democratic State Committeeman Ryan McAllister. When 1977. I don't want to change Jefferson County from what it is, I hearing from our representatives, the DOT finally listened and want to see development and growth that fits our community and installed a new camera at Walker Mountain in late winter 2017.” brings in good family wage jobs throughout. I am experienced in political organizations and want to see us get back to be as What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? effective as we used to be.” “More voter participation. Too many people stay silent on Precinct 301 election day. We cannot sit quietly by while our local and national representatives makes decisions that will Full name: affect the quality of our lives. You may see me registering Gail Lucas voters or hear from me when it is time to get out the vote. age: Please take a moment to let me know your opinion on the 75 direction our town should go.” town in which you live: Port Hadlock What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? Family: “I listen to people from all walks of life. I hosted a recent Married, two adult sons ’Speed Dating with the Candidates’ where people could Hobbies: speak face to face with the candidates vying for their Gardening, playing the violin in quartets and the community votes. I have been asked to do more of these in the orchestra and volunteering at the food bank. future. As Precinct Committee Officer, I am honored to help my town be heard. I believe in citizens having a voice Why is it important for you to run for office? in their future. I care about the people of our small town “Because doing nothing is not an option. I am running to and this beautiful fjord, Hood Canal that we call home.” represent the majority of Democrats locally who supported Bernie See 301, page 5▼
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What are the biggest issues you would like to address Sanders. I want this majority opinion to be if elected? “We need to create universal health care reflected in the decisions of our local Democratic and support tuition-free public college. I believe Party because in this way, we can effect changes we should establish a $15 minimum wage, and to the national Democratic platform.” protect and expand social security. We need a
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What makes you stand out as a candidate? “As a single mother, I spent 18 years fighting for forestry reform to protect salmon habitat and water quality in my previous home in California, during which I frequently lobbied the state legislature and the Board of Forestry. My experience negotiating with both timber industry leaders and state legislators will stand me in good stead as we chart a new course for our local Democratic Party. “I co-authored a county ordinance in California to halt the spraying of Agent Orange on local forests. “I initiated successful legislation to stop corporations from taking water from coastal salmon streams and shipping it to Southern California. “Here in Washington, I was part of a team, which lobbied the county commissioners over the unnecessary spraying of herbicides on county roadsides. “I will always be an advocate for social justice and the environment.”
sensible immigration policy that protects those fleeing violence in their own countries.
“We need to cease foreign interventions and our unnecessary involvement in foreign wars. Since WWII our military interventions and covert operations around the world have caused extraordinary problems, requiring huge expenditures, and have cost countless lives, creating ever more enemies for the U.S. The military budget and bases abroad should be reduced. Funds would be better spent domestically for education, housing for low income families and the homeless, health care, support for veterans, and infrastructure. “Nuclear weapons are unusable. Let’s get rid of them. Climate change is real. It is critical that we reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and transition as quickly as possible to renewables.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am reasonable, fair and tenacious. I like people.”
Precinct 302 name: Jean Ball age: 47 town: Quilcene Family: Husband of 12 years, Ryan; five Great Pyrenees and Maremma working giant breed Livestock guardian dogs; two Long-Haired Chihuahuas; two cats; Tamworth hogs; Katahdin Hair sheep, turkeys and chickens. Hobbies: I am a subsistence farmer, raising most of my family’s meat and vegetables. I teach beekeeping, animal husbandry and humane processing. I spend many hours hiking in the forest, canoeing on local rivers and ponds and hunting mushrooms.
be wrong about anything. I strive to make good and comprehensive decisions, and I consider the unintended consequences. I seek out differing opinions and listen to opposition before making a decision. Some of my best criticism has come from opponents, which has allowed me to learn and grow. “When I first began engaging in local politics, a friend/mentor advised to ‘participate in the process, speak the truth, don’t be attached to the outcome.’ His words resonate with me on a daily basis. I have come to understand the depth of his wisdom in serving on several county advisory committees, non-profit boards, small business ownership. Democracy is about consensus, not coercion.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “During the two years of service as the Elected PCO, I have seen a steady and disruptive erosion of decorum among the members both locally and nationally. We are all supposed to be serving on the same team, but we have allowed disruptions to derail our mission to elect and support Democrats. I would like to foster and facilitate the healing process within the party. We have hard work ahead of us and many hands make light work. We need to collaborate and cooperate in order to achieve our goals to elect Democrats. Facts matter. Truth, honesty and Civility matters. Decorum matters. Our democracy can not stand when regular citizens do not participate in the process and demand accountability. The word ‘democracy’ stems from the Latin term demos cratis, which means power of the people. I know the people can achieve anything they set their minds to if they collaborate.”
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “This position is important for me to continue to preserve, protect and defend the stated purpose of the Jefferson County Democrats and Central Committee. Our bylaws state our purpose is to elect and support Democratic candidates; promote our platform; encourage voter registration, fair campaign practices, and high-ethical standards for all elected representatives; raise and disburse funds as set forth in the bylaws; etc. I support our bylaws and the directives set forth within. “I actively engage with members of the community and I represent their interests to our elected officials. I have developed a network of citizens and electeds with whom I collaborate on all issues affecting our county and the Democratic Party. Participation in the process and listening to the voices of the people is crucial to being able to represent them in a valid way. I What is the one thing you want the voters to know about am a big tent candidate. I believe in democracy you? and participation.” “I do the work. I am a tireless and devoted participant in the process. I engage fully and What makes you stand out as a candidate? I am resourceful. I find value in differing “I almost never think I know everything opinions and I am committed to representing there is to know about an issue. I continue to them all. I have the courage of my convictions gather information and ask questions even and I stay well informed on the issues. I do after I think I have enough data to make a not miss meetings and I learn from the people decision. I am always willing to consider I may around me.”
Precinct 302 name: Maj-Britt Evy Peacock Maj is pronounced "My" age: 68 town in which you live: Chimacum Family: Husband since 1989 Jim Peacock; daughter Jennifer Peacock; step-son Caleb Peacock; his brother Casey Gribble; and their mom Janet Burr.
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I feel it is important to give back to my community, which I now have more time to do since I retired from school bus driving and have great employees at my seasonal Beachcomber Cafe at Fort Flagler.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I value treating others and animals kindly with respect for all. I am currently the secretary on the Olycap board having served since 1999.”
Hobbies: What is the biggest issue you would like to address if Enjoying local music, sailing, playing elected? scrabble, eradicating scotch broom (the invasive “So many to choose from. I would address the species). lack of affordable housing for the areas workers.”
Precinct 304 Full name: Linda Brewster age: 69 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Sweetheart and domestic partner, Jean Erreca. No children, but children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of my late husband, Gordon Giles. Hobbies: Signature gathering for initiatives? Wait, that’s not a hobby just the way most people know me! Reading, cooking, scrabble, and spades, a card game. Why is it important for you to run for office? “Grassroots activism has always been where change starts.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Years of experience with political organizing on national, state and local issues (MoveOn Regional Organizer, I-735 - Get Big Money out of Elections - chair, Fix Democracy First vice-chair, free trade and universal health care activist). I have focused on issues not personalities.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Paraphrasing from Fix Democracy First’s mission statement, I will continue to push all of our elected representatives to support ‘policies that ensure fair elections and that reflect the will of the people and not the power of money.’ What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “It’s been great talking to so many of you in this last month.”
Precinct 304 Full name: Alise Moss Vetica age: 63 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Two beautiful daughters – 5 beautiful grandchildren
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “Now, more than ever, all politics is local and anyone running for office must believe that, live that, and put the needs and concerns of the community front and center. Not govern from top down messaging from the outside, but from the local community’s perspective. We live here Hobbies: and must give priority to local needs, concerns Traveling, word games, reading and being and the quality of the community over anything Oma See 304, page 6▼
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national or popularly trending. That is not to say, national issues do not matter locally because they do, but the first priority must be to improve where we live while simultaneously working on national issues, without jeopardizing what we have. I am running for PCO 304 because I recognize this important distinction and will always put my community concerns first. I will continue to work tirelessly on behalf of Kala Point and Jefferson County because quality of life, harmony and charity begins at home.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “My intrinsic nature to be a public servant distinguishes me as a candidate. I genuinely care about the community and for all people. So, whatever I can do to make a difference and improve the quality of life for all citizens, I will. There is no “them and us” – no labels – no grudges. I feel we all have a right to the pursuit of happiness, but may not have had the same access or advantages. So, when I see an opportunity to make a difference, I do what needs to be done with vigor and passion. I am a hopeful, positive person, and a proven problem solver. I prefer to get things done, rather than talk about what needs to be done, and I have a solid reputation for getting things done collaboratively. As PCO, being positive and working collaboratively are assets, and that’s who I am.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected?
“The purpose of the Precinct Committee Officer is to represent the precinct voters at membership meetings, govern on the central committee, inform precinct residents of local party issues, critical dates and election information and most important get Democratic candidates elected in every election. This is the job description of the PCO and the biggest issue. Aside from that, I would like the Democratic Party Executive Board and membership to become more involved in community-service issues - as the outgoing board did in 2016. At my request, the JCD party donated the first $1,000 seed money to bring the Mercy Missions Mobile Dental Van Clinic to Port Townsend to provide Free dental services to COAST clients and others in need. I would like to see the party working harmoniously on important community issues like this and the Community Health Improvement Plan, which benefit the entire community.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I have 30+ years of strong leadership experience in health care management and administration – working collaboratively, professionally, efficiently, and respectively with every player in the healthcare system. It did not matter if you had a degree or no degree – you were important and I always treated everyone with fairness, objectivity and the highest level of respect and concern. My word was and still is my bond. If I say I am going to do something, I do it. I am retired from my profession, but my integrity is instilled in me and that is who I am.”
Precinct 306 name: Jeffrey Wayne Graham (I go by Jeff) age: 70 town in which you live: Port Townsend (at the edge of Irondale/Port
long as they, and we, uphold the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Individuals should come before corporations and the powerful, wealthy interests that have bought so many of our representatives.”
What makes your stand out as a candidate? “I will dedicate the time to contact and Hadlock). help as many voters in my precinct as Family: possible.” Wife, Connie What is the biggest issue you would like Hobbies: to address if elected? Sailing, caring for our animals and “Encourage and support candidates property at all levels who support universal health care as a right, free education for qualified Why is it important for you to run for this position? students and aggressively upholds basic “There has never been a more important rights as mentioned above.” election in my lifetime. It is time to elect progressive leaders to move us to a What is one thing you want the voters to know about government that truly supports equality you? for all people, and respects the rights of “I try to keep an open mind about all all nations, cultures and individuals so issues and opinions of voters in my precinct.”
Precinct 306 name: Nancy Lee Mann age: 74 toWn: Port Hadlock FamiLy: Married, mother of four, grandma to four grandchildren Hobbies: I am a writer, and follow artistic and creative endeavors of all kinds. Nurture several gardens - flowers, veggies and fruit. Play the ukulele and sing in the Centrum gospel choir. I have been a wedding officiant for 19 years, and have had the joy of uniting many lovely couples.
the block a few times. Having lived in some remote places and overseas for 12 years, I have developed a broad perspective on what makes a happy and productive place to live. As a mother of four adults, developing a common sense, practical way of solving things has long been in place for me, and served me well. I worked in the field of adults with disabilities for 20 years, and have a fine-tuned sense of respect and patience. I know how to have fun, too, and like to think my sense of humor reflects this every day” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Communication for any relationship individual or groups, is critical. Candidates to voters, Democratic board members to each other. “Voters want to know the people they’re voting for - whether on a national scale or here at home - are pulling together for the good of the cause. Not bogged down by philosophical differences, but united in their mission. ‘Eyes on the prize.’ “The local Democrats have a new communications chair, who can help in this quest, with newsletters, website and information that voters need. I will do whatever I can to help this essential progress happen.”
WHY iT is iMPOrTaNT fOr Me TO rUN fOr THis OffiCe? “I can’t think of a more important time in history when people need to engage in the process of their democracy. We can see women, especially, coming forward in large numbers to take on leadership roles. I can see the big picture, but for me, as with most things, it starts at home. In the ethics I subscribe to. In the community I love. In the neighborhoods I share. In the place we all care about. If I can have any small part in being “part of the solutions” we ONe THiNG YOU WaNT VOTers TO KNOW aBOUT YOU? need, I want that.” “In a word it is summed up in a document known as “Desiderata.” ‘Keep your values WHaT MaKes YOU sTaND OUT? positive because your values become your “ Let’s face it - I’m 74, and I’ve been around destiny.’”
Precinct 306 Full name: Bethel Prescott age: 58 town in which you live: Irondale Family: I share my home with my husband, Steve, and a few very close friends. My son, Martin, and his partner live nearby. We have two spoiled cats and a flock of Jersey Giant chickens. Hobbies: Knitting, watercolor painting and writing haiku.
understand that my neighbors want a world where everyone is valued, and we all have a chance for our voices to be heard. These are scary times. We can’t let anyone slip into despair, because we have a lot of work to do, and we need all hands on deck.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “The truth is, precinct committee officers don’t have the individual power to change much. We work together to effect change. That said, I will continue to work towards affordable housing in Jefferson County, and for universal health coverage for all.”
Why is it important for you to run for this position? What is one thing you want the voters to know about “Precinct 306 is heavily progressive, and we you? deserve a precinct committee officer who reflects “This question was especially difficult for our values. I am that person.” me to answer because I am not the type to blow my own horn. So, when I got stuck, I asked my What makes you stand out as a candidate? son how I should answer. He said, ‘You’re a “I was appointed precinct committee officer mother, a former scout leader, and a caregiver. after the 2016 election. I have been showing up Even though you are shy, you always fight for to the meetings and doing the difficult work what you think is right, and you do what needs of representing the voters in 306 ever since. I to get done.’”
Precinct 500 Full name: Linda A. Karp age: 82 town in which you live: Port Ludlow Family: Widowed, three children, two step-children, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren
Hobbies: Editing for The Port Ludlow Voice, reading and crafts Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I have been an educator for 37 years, and educating people is the main duty of a PCO. I feel that our country, state, and county must elect the very best candidates to office. Our country See 500, page 7▼
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needs experienced, honest people to uphold our Constitution What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “Even at the local level there is too much divisiveness and fairly; therefore the residents of my precinct must be aware of bullying of those whose opinions differ from those who are in the qualities, or lack thereof, of the candidates from whom they power. This needs to change. Everyone deserves respect and the are asked to choose.” right to have their opinion heard.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I will work to make it possible for the people in Port Ludlow What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “Active in politics since before I could vote, I’ve never missed to get to know the current issues and the position each candidate holds on those issues. This is equally important from the county an election and have worked hard to ‘get out the vote’ locally and up through the federal government. I attend as many forums nationally. I’ll take my PCO responsibilities seriously and show as possible to hear what each candidate has to say; I, with up to represent precinct 502.” the help of the other PCOs in the Port Ludlow area, organize Precinct 505 meetings and social occasions during which my precinct residents can speak face-to-face with those people running for office or Full name: supporting issues. I also do this by driving candidates around the John Fabian neighborhoods here in Port Ludlow so that they may speak with age: individuals at their homes. I attend the meetings of my Democrat 79 club to hear directly from persons involved with issues important town in which you live: to Jefferson County and Port Ludlow particularly. An educator Shine must first educate himself.” Family: Married with two grown children. What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? Hobbies: “I have tried to encourage Port Ludlow residents to participate Travel, politics, reading and stamp collecting in that ‘dirty word,’ politics. Only by becoming connected with issues and the people who have the power to enact or change those issues, can you effect change. When I first arrived in Port Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I believe in the Democratic Party.” Ludlow, I was sure there were no Democrats here. I was invited to a Democrat gathering soon, and to my surprise, there were 100+ people there. I was suddenly aware that my village by the What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I am a political and environmental activist with local, bay could be active and involved. The PCOs who preceded me had done a good job, and I wanted to continue that energy. I still want national and international leadership experience.” to continue striving to achieve that goal.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “Maintaining the strength and vitality of the Jefferson County What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I want this job! I love this village, this county, and this state. Democrats by supporting local candidates and communicating I want each to be the very best it can be, and they can be, if their with voters in my precinct.” citizens are an active part of the governing bodies. Use your vote.”
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candidates.”
age: 72 town in which you live:
“I have been the PCO of precinct 502 since 2016. I canvased the precinct for the 2016 election and presided over the Caucus in March of that year. I’m an active member of the JCD and have volunteered for the annual Fish Feast, the booth at the County Fair and at the Democratic Headquarters during the presidential election.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate?
Port Ludlow, Mats Mats Bay Area
Family:
Rae Deane, my wife of 33 years; Marley, our Keeshond; and a son living in Woodinville.
Hobbies:
I enjoy hiking weekly with a group from Kala Point and also some backpacking in Olympic Mountains. I love to identify wildflowers and seem to be a compulsive photographer of the areas we hike in. I also enjoy sailing and have a love-hate relationship with our garden.
Why is it important for you to run for this position?
“I strongly believe that the main purpose of the Jefferson County Democrats should be to support and help elect candidates that believe in the parties broad goals. Internal disputes concerning the governing of the JCD have interfered with our ability to endorse and support candidates. The PCOs that you elect on Aug. 7 will determine the makeup of the JCD Executive Board for the next two years. Choose PCOs that will elect an e-board that re-focuses the JCD on
What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “PCOs work within the party and have no authority to form policy outside the organization. Within the JCD we have “Two people separated by a common language.” Our goals will appear to an outsider to be similar or identical but a lack of trust has prevented us from moving forward. We need to find a way to bridge this trust gap so we can effectively elect candidates. “Our primary external mission is to understand the concerns and interests of the people in our precinct and to keep them informed on the JCD’s activities.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you?
“I’m dependable, hard working and tenacious in seeking solutions to problems. I am a research scientist by training and If I commit to a project I will carry it through.”
Precinct 502 Full name: John Pizzo age: 65 town in which you live: Port Ludlow Family: Happily married for 25 years, with two kids, three grandkids and two Bichons who think they are people. Hobbies:
Cynthia Koan
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Hobbies: Politics, planning, friends and travel Why is it important for you to run for office? “Since the 2016 election, the Jefferson County Democrats have returned power to the people in the form of the Central Committee, which is made up of Precinct Committee Officers elected from their small precincts. We have more people running for these 39 ultra-local seats than in the memory of the party. It’s an exciting time for local politics, which is just one step away from the state party and one more from the national party. People used to be encouraged to run with the promise, ‘you won’t have to do anything.’ It’s time to build a culture of local involvement that feeds national debate and I want to help do that.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I ran for Jefferson County Commissioner for District 1 in 2016 and saw how local politics mimic national politics — the way candidates are selected and supported, how they are asked to raise large sums of money, and how money is funneled to them if they conform to a standard set by a few, not the many. I used my experience as a candidate to run for a seat on the local JCD executive board where I have worked to make changes in bylaws and policies that make our party business more transparent and accountable to the membership. I am a solid Progressive See 700, page 8▼
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am an ‘Old Man Running.’”
Full name: Amber Rose Precinct 505 age: 71 Full name: town in which you live: Port Ludlow Juliet Parfrey Family: Husband, Barry; Son, Reuben; daughter-in-law, Cindy; two grandchildren, age: 51 Sierra and Riley town in which you live: Hobbies: Helping people, making a difference, Port Ludlow playing with my grandkids, writing textbooks Family: and novels, wearing dramatic costumes and jewelry, singing, Two children, Stig and Ellie Mae doing street theatre, watching movies, playing with my dog and Parfrey sitting in the sun by the bay Hobbies: Gardening, Hiking and belly dancing Why is it important for you to run for this position? “The people in my precinct need me. They need a strong Why is it important for you to run for office? advocate. And now they trust me because I came to their homes “I am running for Precinct Committee Officer because and listened with an open heart. For the last 10 years, my democracy calls for us to be active in civic duty, and I know constituents didn't even know they had an advocate.” that I can do the job well. I have energy, time, and experience. It is an honorable position, and I would like to actively connect my community and constituents with the local party.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I went door-to-door to almost 1,000 households in 14 days straight to meet my neighbors. I will keep the promises I made What makes you stand out as a candidate? to them. I have pledged to speak for the people in my community “My experience and enthusiasm stand out. I was an who feel like they don't have a voice. I will speak truth to power. active PCO in my previous precinct, P308, and am chair of I have the strength of a lion and the heart of a lamb. Fighting operations for Jefferson County. I have been active on several for basic human rights is in my DNA. I have the ability to pull committees, most notably the Phil Johnson environmental a rabbit out of a hat; therefore, the cliche, ‘Amber Rose to the scholarship fundraising committee and the Code of Conduct rescue,’ seems to follow me.” committee, and have participated in 95 percent of the JCD and PCO meetings since 2016. It is important that a PCO be proactive and consistently participate in meetings.” What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “The first thing I want to do is to help the people who live on Anchor Lane. They need a strong advocate to fight for them. What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? They have many issues that need addressing. I am also concerned “In P505, I would help organize people around how local about the clear cut, it’s many complications, and the fact that and state elections impact water quality and infrastructure, issues meaningful in our neighborhoods. I would hold herbicides will be sprayed with very little notice.” community events and bring people together to prepare for What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am a renaissance women, who has re-invented herself many emergency management. We all need to be there for our times. I have worn many hats. I have spent a lifetime helping, neighbors, when the big one comes. It's the party's job to healing and transforming people's lives. I had a free clinic for find and elect candidates. As PCO, I would be empowering 25 years. I always root for the underdogs. I am passionate and people to find and elect candidates that address local issues committed to making a difference for everyone in Jefferson important to them.” County. And I will never give up.”
Gerald Lasser
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I love movies and I love to tell jokes. I’ve got a million of them. Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I am running to help strengthen, support and unify the party.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Honesty, integrity, open-mindedness and a good sense of humor – especially in addressing some of the shenanigans that are going on in politics today.”
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Vote for your Jefferson County Democrat Precinct Committee Officer. Each advocates for a party of unity, harmony, and dedication to local issues and values. Let them work for you and get us back on track. 101 Ann Waldron
302 Jean Ball
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130 Tom Meyer
306 Nancy Lee Mann
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Democrats, 14 Republicans, one Libertarian, one green and the rest as non-affiliated. A three-way race for U.S. House District 6, including Democratic party's incumbent Derek Kilmer, Republican Douglas Dightman and nonaffiliated Tyler Myles Vega. The top two of this race will also move on to November. Jodi Wilke and incumbent Mike Chapman will collect votes for State Representative Position No. 1 for District 24 in the Primary election but will also do the same when the General election campaigns get off the ground. Jefferson County positions
uncontested include assessor, auditor, treasurer and clerk, all having incumbents running for their seats again. County commissioner is a contested position in the Primaries, which voters will choose either Greg Brotherton, Craig Durgan, Jon Cooke or Ryan Mc Allister, However, the top two vote getters will advance. Prosecuting Attorney and Coroner will see James Kennedy and incumbent Michael Haas vie for votes, but both will also move on to November regardless of outcome. Lastly, Joe Nole and incumbent David Stanko are running for the sheriff's office, but will ultimately be decided
in November. Measures can also be found on any given Primary ballot. This go-around will see voters either for or against Proposition No. 1 for Chimacum School District Capital Improvements, including facilities technology and safety. A summary of the levy will be printed on the ballot for voters to read. Seats that will be officially determined during the Primary election are the Precinct Committee Officers for the Democratic party. Seat for the Democratic Party are being challenged “for the first time in years,” according to many of the candidates running.
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Democrat who has worked with people of all corners of the party and the community, which isn't easy in these trying times. For the last year and a half, I worked on a collaborative team to create the JCD's first data sharing policy that was passed unanimously.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “I believe the role of the party is in encouraging and supporting candidacy over specific candidates, in growing the next generation of leaders for our communities and our country. Working to make the work of the party collaborative and community minded is very important to me. The party has been exclusive and closed to new ideas and new leaders in ways it has had difficulty understanding and I want to continue to be a voice of change in this regard. I believe that big money is not just an issue on the national stage. I want to build on the successes of grassroots, low-money campaigns that are changing our ideas about what it takes to run and win elections, so that candidates can do the work of their constituents and not their donors.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I value principles over personalities.”
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full Name: Full name: Jacqueline Aase Rick Dennison age: age: 64 69 Town in which you live: town in which you live: Port Townsend Port Townsend family: Family: Wife of Larry Aase, mother of Joe Aase Married with a daughter and step-son and Lauren Aase both of which were born and educated in Port Townsend; and Hobbies: two granddaughters. Gardening and yard art Hobbies: Vintage cars, hot rods (when I can afford it), gardening and Why is it important for you to run for this position? tinkering with found object art “The Democratic Party has an excellent platform, and I want to encourage all Democratic elected officials to follow it. It is Why is it important for you to run for office? “I have been active in politics most of my life and PCO imperative that Social Security and Medicare be nurtured, not is a position I can accomplish that helps my neighborhood. destroyed; and infrastructure needs governmental investment. I caucused locally for Bernie Sanders and working on his The civil rights of all people must be honored and enforced. I look campaigned re-energized my belief that local politics do at the PCO position as a way to affect progress on these issues.” matter.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I care deeply about the future, environmentally and What makes you stand out as a candidate? politically, and read profusely to educate myself about issues.” “As a member for many years in our neighborhood Emergency Preparedness group I have come to know my neighborhood and neighborhood. There is a mutual trust in What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “I want to see money stop controlling everything. That this neighborhood that makes us all stand out. includes politics.”
Full name: Tobi McEnerney age: 38 town in which you live: What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? Port Townsend “My biggest issue is representation. It was a shock to me Family: Husband, Danny, and my son, Argus (age that even though Bernie Sanders won Port Townsend and the state of Washington in the Democratic Presidential primaries, 6). our district representative and most of our statewide and Hobbies: Playing games invented by six-year-olds, attempting to national representatives, as “Super-delegates” chose to vote against the clear will of their constituents. cook and garden and local politics. Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I see the local Democratic Party in a pretty major upheaval and with that comes a stall out of focusing on electing democrats to local office. As a party, we are still hashing out the 2016 election and I’d like to help build a bridge forward. I’d like us to focus on encouraging young folks to run for office and backing those people with the strength of a mama.”
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am a Vietnam-era vet with medical retirement. I co-founded Puffin Shoe Repair and helped run it for 10 years. I retired from the Port Townsend Post Office in 2012, after serving in this community for 26 year and was the local coordinator of the Letter Carrier’s yearly food drive for 16 years. I chose Port Townsend to be my home 40+ years ago and I still choose it today.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I grew up in Jefferson County, my parents live here and I’m raising my son here, this is all kinds of home. I majored in Political Science at UW, and while that helps with context and background, my love of our town, county, state and country are what keep me involved and striving to learn more about government and the citizen’s role within.”
Precinct 702 Full name: Gary Engbrecht age: Born in 1950 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Yes Hobbies: Yes
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I want the Democratic Party to return to policies envisioned and enacted by President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal; i.e. single-payer health care, a higher minimum wage and greater protections for unions.”
Precinct 703 Full name: Gary B. Larson age: 68 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Married, 44 years, Donna Larson; two sons, 37 and 39, both in Seattle Hobbies: Current events, liberal/progressive politics, volunteering, photography, writing, reading, music, theater/film, native-plant gardening, hiking, travel.
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I want to work with longtime and new Democrats – be they left-of-center moderates, liberals or progressives – to help What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? our party pull together in the coming two years. I also want to “Reuniting the Jefferson County Democrats so we can get on support the party and elected officials in achieving propositions and with strengthening our voice in local and ultimately state Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I believe we must step up and be involved if we wish to establishing programs set forth in the county, state and national and federal offices. Democratic Party platforms.” “It wasn’t long ago that Republicans had a hold of our local enjoy the fruits of a livable community.” offices. It is no longer outrageous to think we could be a red What makes you stand out as a candidate? What makes you stand out as a candidate? county again. It’s time to work. Blue wave, y’all!” “As a writer, editor and communications specialist, I have “I've done it long enough to begin to understand how it works.” worked and volunteered throughout my adult life in positions What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? that enable people to learn about, understand, influence, and use “I hold strong hope that we can bounce back from these dark What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? their government services. I've been a PCO in two King County “Civil engagement on issues.” times. Together and stronger than before. Let’s rock the communities, done canvassing and fundraising for the Democratic vote and strengthen our local party so it can support strong Party, and edited the newsletter for Clark County Democrats. I candidates that lead us back to the light.” What is one thing you want the have also done volunteer communications work for the Sierra Club, voters to know about you? Common Cause, Physicians for Social Responsibility and Nuclear “My involvement in my Weapons Freeze Campaign.” community and contribution to the fabric of goodwill is What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? how I earn my place here.” “We must re-establish a Democratic majority at the national level. And we must keep our Democratic majority in county and state elected positions.”
RE-ELECT SHERIFF
DAVE STANKO
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I've campaigned for Democrats for president and other offices for more than 40 years — since my dad convinced me as a teenager how FDR, the party, and unions have aided working people. I also have actively supported liberal/progressive causes, including universal health care, environmental protection, economic justice, civil and human rights, and a peaceful foreign policy.”
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Improving my miniature golf course for Old Fashioned July 4 and JeffCo fair visitors, exploring national parks, trying to be a better dad and husband. Why is it important for you to run for this position? “Affecting change requires participating in the process, whether at a national level or a local level. That means getting involved and helping the local Democratic Party identify, See 704, page 9▼
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What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “Although I enjoyed my success as chair of the Jefferson County Democrats, I am not interested in taking on that role again. We need to move forward, and we need a new and effective team. Among the Democrats stepping up to be PCOs, I see skilled and energetic people who could be part of that team, a team that trusts its partners and communicates well, a team that seeks help and advice, a team that leads by example, doing the work of the party without a lot of fuss and bother. “
intended to protect health and our environment are broken, putting us all at risk. For example, our roads and bridges are in need of repair and trucks often carry loads that exceed maximum weight limits. Also, instead of testing products, like glyphosate, before introducing them to the marketplace; we allow them to be sold and used and only remove them (hopefully) after they’ve been proven to be harmful to people and the planet. This allows for damage and disasters to occur. We need leaders who will listen, speak out and act to protect communities.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate? Precinct 706 “Having been president of a local religious organization’s board of directors for nearly 10 years, I firmly believe that the full name: strength of any organization, and the likelihood of meeting the Patricia Walat goals of the organization, are not limited by funding or worthiness age: of the goals, but rather by the energy and dedication of the 74 volunteers supporting the organization. After watching the Town: debacle of the 2016 election on both national and local levels, I Port Townsend can no longer sit on the sidelines as the consequences continue family: to escalate on a daily basis. I feel compelled to get involved now Two children, fou grandchildren, one and assist the Democratic Party moving forward. sister, one sister-in-law and one nephew. All spectacular. Hobbies: What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? Politics, bridge and reading “It is critical, as Democrats, we promote equality for all in our community and our country. Discrimination by race, religion, Why is it important for you to run for office? sexual identity, affluence and origin has no place in our society. “The government and the party have forgotten that the people Income disparity, which impacts housing, health care, education are the most important part of the political landscape, not the and the environment, grossly tilts the playing field in favor of the party, not the elected, certainly not the donors, the people, the 1 percent. This needs to be addressed on local, state and national voters. It will be my job to remind them.” levels. Port Townsend is in danger of losing its character and soul as housing and food costs exceed average income levels. What makes you stand out as a candidate? National policies implemented by Border Patrol/ICE are local “I absolutely believe that top down doesn't work. We have to issues as well, as we are within the 100-mile zone of the border have a bottom up, grassroots party and government. Otherwise, these groups have essentially suspended constitutional rights it only works for a few. And to change the nation, we have to in. Elected officials must fight these policies; we must select start locally.” candidates capable of winning elections and forwarding the fight. To do so requires a functioning and effective local Democratic What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? Party. It’s time to move the party forward.” “There are two, single payer and overturning Citizens United, getting big money and dark money out of politics.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “Although I am a newbie to local Democratic activism, I am Precinct 707 dedicated to helping enthusiastic motivated individuals work together to overcome obstacles meant to divide and degrade. We Full name: can’t afford to wait for rationality to return to DC; we have to John Collins bring passion, compassion and intelligence to each and every age: election until this nightmare is over. Having been critical of the 81 situation without taking action, I have been as narcissistic as town in which you live: the 45th President. For my criticisms to have meaning, then my Port Townsend actions have to support my words.” Family: Wife, Carol Graves Precinct 704 Hobbies: Bicycling, rowing, music, camping and travel Full name: Carol Gallup Why is it important for you to run for office? age: “I want to fill this long vacant position to help recruit and 75 support strong Democratic candidates for local offices and to town in which you live: promote the strong, progressive platform approved at the recent Port Townsend Jefferson County Democratic biennial convention.” Family: Three children and two grandchildren What makes you stand out as a candidate? Hobbies: “I know our precinct well and have been active in the Jefferson I’m a massage and movement therapist and a teacher of Yoga County Democratic Party since moving here 14 years ago, and for the Eyes; that’s where my time is spent. I work out at the gym currently serve as parliamentarian for our party. I served as an and walk on the beach sometimes. elected Port Commission and in community non-profits.”
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I’d like to invest time and energy developing a new economy that follows Wendell Berry’s 17 Rules for a Sustainable Community. These rules place money and business in the service of people and the planet instead of the other way around. How do we do this? Some of it is already happening in Port Townsend with the Food Bank, The Food Co-op, libraries, pay what you can theatre and our parks. “Also, I’m a people person. I love to connect and engage community members with each other so we can all thrive together. This is something I’ve done throughout my life.”
encourage and support strong candidates committed to ensuring progressive compassionate policies for all Jefferson County residents, as well as carrying that message to state and national levels. I decided to run to assist in the process, to add a voice to those that want a cohesive party looking to advance change in the future, rather than one looking to rehash past battles. There is strength in diversity of opinion and approach, as long as all agree that the status quo of politics for the 1 percent must change.”
Precinct 708 full Name: Elizabeth “Libby” Urner Wennstrom age: 55 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Married, blended family – three oldest kids are grown, youngest will be high school senior next year. We still seem to have a house full of teens and young adults much of the time, since I continue to be active in Salish Rescue and youth theatre programs. Hobbies: I’m the primary Costume Designer for Key City Public Theatre and have served on Festival Staff for Wooden Boat Festival since 1997. I’m also on the board for Salish Rescue, helping train youth and adults in on-the-water search and rescue response. In the past, I’ve sung with several local choirs and rowed with Rat Island Rowing. When I’m not volunteering, I’m usually reading a book, walking my dog, sewing or gardening. Why is it important for you to run for this position? “After 20 years in Port Townsend, I’m beginning to qualify as a local, and I think I understand a lot about what makes this area so special. Local politics matter; having a solid understanding of our See 708, page 10▼
Why is it important for you to run for office? What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “I believe I can do my share to help the Democratic Party find “The Democratic party is under great stress, both at the its way along the challenging road it’s on.” national level and our local level, from internal debates how best to move forward with policies that meet the core needs of all What makes you stand out as a candidate? Americans in a badly polarized political climate. I want to help “I’m very inclusive, good at bringing people together. I’m used our local party to remain strong through open dialog with all to looking at the big picture and finding solutions. I made my perspectives in our local party.” living for 12 years writing and problem-solving for nonprofits.”
Precinct 706 Full name: Bruce Cowan age: 65 town Port Townsend Family: Deborah Pedersen and a cat named Blue Hobbies: Politics, leading Ukuleles Unite and volunteering at Centrum music workshops Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I want to help put our party back on track. The PCOs elected on Aug. 7 will determine the direction of the Jefferson County Democrats over the next two years. In December, the PCOs will elect the next executive board of our party. Our local party has gotten away from its main purpose: electing Democrats. We’ve gotten away from the Big Tent approach that wins elections. “If Democrats are going to pull together and make progress, we need a new board that works as a cohesive and collaborative team, shows leadership and initiative, and does all it can to engage and inform all Democratic voters. Our executive board sets the tone, and I’d love to see a new team that can re-establish our local party as a welcoming organization for all Democrats.”
Mindy Walker is running for District Court Judge to assure that every person receives respect and fair treatment. Mindy is an accomplished local attorney with eleven years of experience litigating complex cases at all levels of court throughout Washington. Servant leadership is a way of life for Mindy and she will bring this outlook and work ethic to her role as Judge. The judicial race is not on the primary ballot so, please vote for Walker for Judge in November.
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What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Getting big money out of politics. Big money spends billions on politicians of both parties, and reaps trillions. A 20-year study looking at opinion polls and related laws found that the opinions of 90 percent of voters had pretty much no impact.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I want to represent you - that means seriously listening to your views.”
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Information provided by the Jefferson County Auditor’s Office. Full name: Bernie Donanberg “I have been a Bernie Sanders supporter from the beginning of his campaign to the present . I believe that single payer health care is a clear need that should be addressed now. A fair and equitable tax structure is a must for Washington State and all of America. And we must all do everything possible and imaginable to restore our environment to a life sustaining reality. “I will stand for the democratic principles we expect from our local party. The Democratic party is at a crossroad and clearly needs strong and effective leadership to counter the growing income disparity and the destruction of our environmental well being.”
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Why is it important for you to run for this position? “Voters need opportunities to participate in government, and with me as PCO, I’ll work hard to listen to voters’ concerns, dreams and ideas. I’ll also identify constituents who express an interest in running for office and connect them to people who can help make this possible.”
What makes you stand out as a candidate? “My long experience with the local party and my term as chair showed me just what it takes to create and maintain a successful local Democratic Party organization. My motivation to do political work comes from my commitment to social and racial justice, the same values that led me to a career teaching young children. My long career teaching in local schools showed me the economic and social realities faced by families and children in Jefferson County.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Although I’ve never run What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “We must put the senseless schism in the party behind us. for office, I’ve worked with This is why so many voters are seeing these elections on the ballot elected officials, stakeholders for the first time. As chair, I worked diligently to prevent a split in and legislation in my capacity 2016, but in the end, a determined effort by an ideological faction as executive director for Texans defeated those efforts. They organized a slate that won a majority for Alternatives to Pesticides of board positions. They’ve had 18 months to form a new team, to and Galveston Baykeeper. unite and expand the party, and to lead us forward. They have This experience will help me lift precinct 708’s voice to the not done so. “We need a board of team players willing and able to work larger party.” with all Democrats. We need a board that will work together on the essential and basic tasks of creating an organization for all What is the biggest issue you would Democrats so we can get back to the work of winning elections. like to address if elected? “Many government regulations and the systems
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to protect our natural environment from degradation, how to craft task as an employee and manager.” zoning that supports our economy and to oversee effective and What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Nineteen years of experience in the office, five years of responsive government. which as the Jefferson County Assessor and several as the department manager. Another 14 years as a data analyst and How do i stand out as a candidate ? “I have eight years of experience in our local issues, as well as software developer working in Glen Cove. Cartography, GIS, and surveying skills. Long term familiarity with the private and public serving on regional and state boards. What makes you stand out as a candidate? lands in the county. Great staff.” “I’ve lived and worked here for many years, and have worn a variety of hats - as director of the Farmer’s Market, as volunteer What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? coordinator for the Wooden Boat Foundation and Jefferson “My biggest issue as a PCO will be to increase participation What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “1.) Complete the first six-year reinspection cycle started in Land Trust, and as a reporter for The Leader. I’ve had plenty of by Democrats and to have meetings that are relevant to Jefferson 2014 and ending in December 2019 with the reinspection of the practice getting to know people across a broad cross-section of our County. community, and I think that will help me do a good job representing “I am aware that many Democrats would prefer to spend more city of Port Townsend (and then continue with the next cycle). “2.) Improve the shortcomings of the parcel record system my precinct. I’m also organized, dependable and able to get things time on local issues and less on wordsmithing resolutions.” including data tables, maps and reporting in order to perform done. Democracy is hard work, and I promise to show up.” more equitable and accurate analysis on valuation trends. What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “3.) More timely completion of changes (exemptions, current What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “I suppose people who know me appreciate my sense of humor use, segregations, etc.) that affect parcel information and benefit “Locally, as well as nationally, divisive, scorched-earth politics assessments used for various public and business purposes.” sadly seem to have become the norm, and it’s driving many people Precinct 709 away from public service. I’m a coalition builder, and I’d like to What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? see Democrats focusing on making real progress towards values Full name: “I realize that taxes are a burden on taxpayers, and I never we all share rather than wasting time bickering among ourselves. Nate Malmgren take this for granted. The property assessment system only works Jefferson County Democrats have a long and proud history of being age: if it is fair, equitable and objectively applied every time.” progressive issue leaders in our state. I’d like to see us re-learn how 38 to constructively work through differences, to put people before town in which you live: politics, and to work to put Democratic ideals into action in Port Port Townsend Treasurer Townsend, in Olympia and in D.C.” Family: ▼Continued from page 9
unique opportunities and challenges can help us ‘get it right’ when setting policy. I chose to raise my family here because I cared deeply about this place; now it’s my turn to help do the work of keeping Jefferson County a place we all want to live.”
What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I’m good at getting things done, at helping diverse groups of people work together effectively, and at listening to all stakeholders when considering a decision.”
A wife and daughter Hobbies: Volunteerism, DJing, music, activism, mentorship, stewardship, record collecting and music trivia every Thursday at Uptown Pub.
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Full name: Stacie Prada age: 47 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Single with a son, daughter-in-law and grand-daughter in Olympia. Family in Colorado, Utah and California. Hobbies: Hiking, biking, jogging, yoga, home design, blog writing “Keep Doing What You’re Doing” and MS self-help group leader
Why is it important for you to run for this position? “I am happy to be running for Precinct Committee Officer name: in Precinct 709. I love my neighborhood and our community. John Austin I am running because I believe I can continue to contribute to age: the growth and development of the Jefferson County Democrats 77 as a PCO. I am a lifelong progressive and advocate for change town: through awareness, inclusivity, activism and direct involvement. Port Townsend Elected in 2016 as a District 1 Rep for the Democrats, I have family: A son, daughter and three grandchildren served on the Board of Directors of the JCD in 2017-2018. I have Why is it important for you to run for office? learned a lot and hope to continue to reach out and engage more Hobbies: “It’s important to me that we provide treasurer services with I love to walk the beaches and our forests, to ride my bike young Democrats in our community to get involved. I believe integrity and provide accurate information. I enjoy contributing and to attend the many musical and artistic events in Jefferson that the majority of us share the same core values that can make to the community where I live, and this position utilizes my skill democracy work for us all. Participation is key.” County. I read novels and histories. set perfectly. I aim to manage the office and lead by example with compassion and professionalism, and our office is a resource always What makes you stand out as a candidate? Why is it important to run for PCO ? available to Jefferson County departments, districts, and citizens.” “I represent a growing age bracket that has been a minority “I served as county commissioner for eight years and learned See TreasUrer, page 11▼ in Port Townsend. I'd like to see Jefferson County retain and attract young families. I am involved in many community oriented projects such as the CoLab, KPTZ, Local 20/20 and the Boiler Room. I am a passionate advocate for single payer healthcare, affordable housing, wealth equality, political and social justice.”
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What is the biggest issue you would like to address if elected? “Broader community involvement with local Democrats. Especially youth involvement. I volunteer at the Boiler Room and kids have no interest participating in our political system (understandably). They feel totally unrepresented and unwelcomed. I'd like to help change that.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am not a politician. My only reason for reason for being involved in politics is to try to change our political culture and improve standards, bottom up. Simple, fundamental things in my mind like healthcare as a human right. Your beating heart should be you insurance card. I'd also like to see young people afford to live in Port Townsend.”
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the citizens in District 3, but every vote was in harmony with the other two districts – we are different in the south county. I also noted the counties around us, the state, and the nation What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I’m dependable, resourceful and place a priority on coordination are all pulling out of the recession, but we are still struggling – with other offices and stakeholders. The treasurer’s position is a something is not working in our economic philosophy. We need working position. It’s full-time and requires contributing daily to a commissioner who will listen to the hard-working people of the operations of the office. I’m dedicated and have the experience District 3, push for economic growth with a diversity of business types and sizes. Economic growth starts with a sewer system in and aptitude to tackle any issue that comes before the office.” Port Hadlock.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “As we look forward to the next four years, it’s imperative that What makes you stand out as a candidate? the treasurer and auditor implement a new accounting software “I listen to people, not to tell them my answers to issues, but to program that will ensure reliability and improve accessibility by actually listen to their suggestions. We have an amazing amount departments and districts for financial information. Improvements of knowledge in our county, but if those voices are not heard to excise tax processing are a priority to improve efficiency for then the ideas do not get put into action. I have the economic title companies and the Treasurer’s Office. A priority of continual background that can move this county forward while maintaining importance is maintaining the integrity of our systems with our rural character. Our unemployment rate is above the state ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and transparency of all of our and national levels – we need a diversity of types and sizes of systems, information and financial accounting.” businesses to bring jobs to our county. Our Unencumbered Funds are dwindling at an alarming rate (budgeted over $100,000 in four What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? years) – we need businesses to come into the county and spread “I am dedicated to the integrity, efficiency and transparency out our property tax base. This will increase the revenue of the of all of our systems, information and financial accounting. In my county to help us catch up on needed services, which are now first term, I’ve reduced banking service fees and interest expenses struggling. We need a different perspective of ideas on the board.” for county debt. My experience, education and organizational skills in combination with my aptitude and perseverance make me wellWhat are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? equipped to lead the Treasurer’s Office for the next four years. “The best thing I could do to help District 3 is move the sewer I’m usually in my office, and I’ll stop whatever I’m doing to talk into an action plan in District 2. The overpriced sewer system to people if they ask for me. I’m always eager to communicate by originally planned for Port Hadlock is being re-estimated with phone, email, in-person or upon request.” newer technology. The commissioners need to decide which of the options would be the best decision for our county. Regulations Commission District 3 stalling development start at the doors of the Department of Community Development. Patty Charnes has stated there are many county codes above the state requirements. I would work Full Name: with and listen to her advice on how those regulations could Gregory Aaron Brotherton be brought back to a level (encouraging) housing and economic Age: development. I would be a voice for the county’s people. There 46 are many things the commissioners deal with never (getting) Town in which you live: communicated to the public – without serious searching. There Quilcene are always tough decisions to make as a legislative body - slipping Family: Partner and spouse to Stacey Volheim them through unnoticed is not a solution.” Brotherton for 26 years. We have a 10-yearold daughter, Sage. What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? Hobbies: “I am a quiet leader. I listen to people, analyze what I hear Making movies, making music and making food. and then make a common-sense decision. The No on Proposition 1 campaign was a great example. There were a couple of people who came to the Jefferson County Republicans and said, “We Why is it important for you to run for office? “Jefferson County is at a crossroads. We need more need to fight this!” I listened to their thoughts and we came up affordable housing and living wage jobs in our rural with a plan to help our neighboring property owners. There were areas. We need services that meet the diverse needs of people from all over the political spectrum who pitched in money, our growing population living in all parts of the county. sign placement, and sign waving to help out. My quiet leadership I have what it takes: the vision, the experience, the skills, and encouraged people to get involved in how their talents could be the collaborative energy to lead in ways that help our county best utilized. We were successful because of the great many people who were passionate about this issue and so many of us who government work for everyday people. “Tight budget constraints affect all county departments and worked tirelessly to educate voters on why this was a bad way to services. As a former Quilcene School Board member and chair, address the housing problem.” I have firsthand experience learning from these challenges. I built partnerships which helped develop the school garden and Commission District 3 playground upgrades at minimal costs. Full Name: “I will work to ensure that we have a responsible, transparent Craig Edward Durgan budget, to listen to our neighbors throughout the county, to Age: address infrastructure needs, to sow seeds for responsible 61 economic development, and to protect our beloved home, Jefferson Town in which you live: County.” Port Ludlow Family: What makes you stand out as a candidate? Married “I have opened four businesses in District 3 of Jefferson Hobbies: County since 2011, building communities, encouraging business Classic cars development and employing over twenty people currently. “I have served as an elected official in Jefferson County with a four year term on the Quilcene School Board, where I learned the Why is it important for you to run for office? “We desperately need to revitalize the economy in Jefferson skills that will help me be a proactive and effective Commissioner. “I worked in information technology for a decade, and have County. This means we need to build the infrastructure so the knowledge to guide Jefferson County as we enter a new era business can locate here and our existing businesses can grow. Currently, there is no sewer in the county, outside of of technological access and innovation. “I lived in South Korea for two years teaching English as a Port Townsend, available for business use. The Port Hadlock Foreign Language, where I developed the empathy of being the Urban Growth Area is designated for urban levels of service other. I will strive to include all our residents’ needs and desires as per the Growth Management Act. However, without a sewer, businesses can not expand. QFC, the only large as I help govern. “I am a family man, and have built a house and farm with grocery south of Port Townsend is unable to expand due to my family. I want to make that path easier in Jefferson County.” the restriction of there being no sewer. Building the sewer is critical to keeping Jefferson County economically viable. It is ready to go. But for various political reasons it has sat What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Budget - Continuing the good work our elected and staff dormant for over 10 years. This needs to change.” have done to make Jefferson County a great place to live by What makes you stand out as a candidate? managing our budget responsibly and transparently. “My last job was as a manager for two valuable Navy cargo “Housing - We need to work on this on a variety of levels. We need more multifamily housing, especially housing that allows ships. I was the local manager for General Dynamics for these Housing Choice Vouchers. The sewer in Port Hadlock is the end assets. I oversaw multi-million-dollar budgets quite similar game for affordable development. But while we work toward to Jefferson County. I was responsible for ensuring these funding for that, I think if we adjust our permit process we can two vessels were available in a four-day timeframe, ready to carry cargo to any seaport in the world. This experience will make it easier to build houses in rural Jefferson County. “Economic Development - I would work toward rural internet guide me well in performing proper budgeting and budget as the biggest, and lowest impact driver of economic development. oversight of the Jefferson County budget. Additionally, while We are leaders in ecological agriculture. We need to preserve our I have lived in Jefferson County for the past 28 years, I have working land and make it easier for farmers to succeed. We can do also engaged in developing property in Jefferson County for this while continuing our strong protection of the environment.” over 20 years. That experience is critical to understanding the land use code of Jefferson County. I understand building in Jefferson County. My experience, education and What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “When my family moved to Jefferson County, District 3 training working as an engineer on board ships also gives was the only choice. I’ve lived in the suburbs, cities, and foreign me a valuable working knowledge of infrastructure other candidates for this office do not have.” countries, and never felt home until we came to Quilcene. “I am running to represent District 3 as a seven year resident who can’t imagine himself anywhere else. I will What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “My first priority is to construct the sewer in Port fight for rural Jefferson County: for the can-do and the DIY, for the off-grid and the underemployed, for the innovative and Hadlock. This is a true shovel-ready project having passed all the needy, for the farmers and the fishermen, for the young and regulatory and legal muster. The property has been acquired, the old, for the government employees and the loggers, for the the design has been done, the need is there. The only thing Democrats and the Republicans, and for all those who can’t speak lacking is political will power. I will bring that political will for themselves. This county is at a crossroads, and I am running power to the Board of County Commissioners. “Secondly, the same issue for Port Hadlock holds for County Commissioner to make sure that we grow sustainably and support our residents, while preserving the rural character true for both Quilcene and Brinnon. Brinnon actually has the opportunity to utilize the sewer built by the state of that drew my family here.” Washington for the Dosewallips Park. Lack of political will power has prevented Brinnon from hooking up to this system. Commission District 3 “Thirdly, the Growth Management Act allows the Name: development of a Major Industrial Project. I want to take Jon Cooke the opportunity to realize that opportunity. This could bring Age: family wage manufacturing jobs to Jefferson County.” 59 years old Town in which you live: What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? We live near Quilcene. “I have the best interest of District 3 at heart. I am not Family: interested in getting elected just to use the opportunity as a My wife, Sherry, and I have been married stepping stone to a higher office. I live here. This has been for 23 years. We have two adult children and my home for 28 years and want to do well for the people in seven grandchildren (all boys, except the last one is a girl). South County.” Hobbies: Sherry and I like to travel, work outside on our property, I Commission District 3 have coached wrestling for over 30 years, and I teach a fourth Full Name: Ryan Mc Allister through sixth grade Sunday School class at our church. Age: 30 Town in which you live: Brinnon Why is it important for you to run for office? Family: Wife and three dogs “I have been on the executive board of the Jefferson County Hobbies: Drone photography, beekeeping, Republicans for the last three and a half years – the last year fishing, hiking, swimming, boating, HAM and a half as the chairman. I started attending county meetings radio, astronomy and science fiction to help keep our members informed and I noticed that the south county was not being represented according to the makeup of ▼Continued from page 10
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Why is it important for you to run for office? “It is important to have young, working-class people representing in our government. I started my service to our community as a Firefighter/EMT. I currently work for the emergency room in Port Townsend. I have over 10 years experience as a public servant in health care and emergency management. I also volunteer my time to Brinnon Senior Meals, Duckabush as a river monitor and Department of Emergency Management where I am a program manager for CERT. I want to bring our county government a perspective I feel is lacking, that of the working class, especially members of young-working families. Aside from permitting, the biggest issue I hear about is there is nothing for families or young people in Jefferson County. I want to change this. I don’t want our communities largest export to be young people. We need the young to support the retired and build a vibrant local economy.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I am the candidate with the most pertinent experience in politics at the local and state levels. I am the elected state committeeman for Jefferson County and serve on the executive board for Jefferson County Democrats. In both positions, I sit on multiple committees where work is done as a team, similar to that of a county commissioner. I was elected National Delegate in 2016 representing Washington State at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. I have the needed experience in public safety, mental health and drug addiction. I am the only candidate endorsed by a labor Union. I have the ability to communicate with many factions and issues groups regardless of party affiliation. I commit to holding office hours in District 3 so that I am accountable to the constituencies of District 3.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “1. Permitting. I will seek to create a task force to streamline the permitting process. The task force should be comprised of homeowners, contractors, septic designers and other stakeholders. “2. Infrastructure. Our affordable housing crisis won't be resolved without some additional wastewater infrastructure. We need higher-capacity wastewater systems for communities in south county to promote business and affordable housing. “3. Internet access. High-speed internet is critical for safety and growth in rural communities to support local entrepreneurs and businesses. I will explore a public-private partnership. In 2018 internet is another vital utility such as water, power and sewer.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I am a young man who works hard for his community, a rural community with people who have diverse political affiliations and all of whom deserve a voice at the table. I truly love our county and its rural character. My goal is to preserve and enhance that character. I will represent everyone in the county regardless of party affiliation because we are all neighbors and choose to live here.”
Sheriff Full Name: Joe Nole Age: 62 Town in which you live: Chimacum Family: Wife, Teri, daughters, Katie, Emily and Polly Hobbies: Fiddle, hiking, biking, kayaking and camping Why is it important for you to run for office? “The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office must eliminate the constant pursuit of trying to impress the public and attempting to make the Sheriff’s Office and the current sheriff look good. As an agency, we need to provide the public with what they pay us for: being a positive presence in the community, helping those in need, and enforcing the laws in a compassionate manner that is compatible with Jefferson County community standards and expectations. This is the essence of authentic community policing, which I believe in. The Sheriff’s Office has had too many preventable lawsuits and has wasted tens of thousands of taxpayer dollars on these and other unnecessary expenditures. Extremely low employee morale due to lack of leadership at the top has caused well-qualified personnel to leave the department. Others are waiting for the results of this election to decide what to do. This is unacceptable.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “Local experience, local support and local residency. I have lived in Jefferson County for the past 33 years and have worked in law enforcement here for the past 35 years. I am currently a detective at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. During my 28 years in the department, I’ve been a patrol deputy, detective, chief criminal deputy, undersheriff and appointed sheriff. I’ve worked at the right hand of the previous four Jefferson County sheriffs and have the endorsements of the previous five. They know that the deputies and staff will be able to look to me for leadership. They know me as a person of integrity, compassion and dedication. I have the support of the staff at the Sheriff’s Office, local government, the criminal-justice community, and many of the citizens of Jefferson County. All of whom encouraged me to run for the office of sheriff in the first place.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Employee morale is the worst I have seen it in my 28 years with the Sheriff’s Office. Through leading by example, setting clear expectations and communicating with staff, I will raise morale. Low morale makes us less effective in the service we provide to the community. Training programs need to be completed or improved upon. Blue Courage training needs to be completed. We need to provide more than the state required minimum for de-escalation training. We also need to up our game by attending domestic-violence, mental-health and implicit-bias training and their subsequent refresher courses. “Operation Stonegarden, a grant in which the Sheriff’s Office assists the Border Patrol in their mission, must be discontinued. It is unacceptable to proclaim we partner with the community in supporting the plight of undocumented immigrants, but in exchange for money provide Border Patrol with names of people we contact for their database.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I didn’t set out to work in law enforcement. I started out as a backcountry ranger in the Buckhorn Wilderness and a high school biology teacher. As it turns out, that was good preparation for this line of work. “As a teacher, I learned about setting expectations and boundaries and holding people accountable. And I learned the power of patience, understanding, listening to others and thoughtfulness. Working solo in the wilderness as a backcountry ranger, when my backup was more than six hours away, I learned to positively engage with the public, use diplomacy to prevent problems before they happened, choose my battles wisely and step up to the plate when needed. These are all traits I bring to the table. “My 35 years of local law-enforcement experience in Jefferson County has prepared me to take this next step in making a positive difference in our community.” See Sheriff, page 12▼
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Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader
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name: Rose Ann Carroll age 67 town in which you live: Port Townsend “During my first term, the office has continued working to find ways to improve processes to gain efficiencies.
“Looking to the next term, it is crucial that the treasurer and auditor join together to implement new accounting software ensuring both offices are using the same financial system. On the expense side, this will accomplish 1) eliminating numerous time-consuming work-arounds; 2) providing ‘real-time’ data; 3) gaining efficiencies in reporting financials to the state and 4) improving both internal and external customer service.
“I will continue to run the office in accordance with the law while implementing process improvements.”
Clerk Full name: Ruth Gordon age: 64 town in which you live: Port Townsend Family: Yes
Full name: David John Stanko age: 70 town in which you live: Taxpayer since 1989, lived PT since 2004 Port Townsend Family: Wife, Lynne, married 51 years; daughter, Jana; son, John; daughter-in-law, Uyen Nguyen; grandsons Tai and Luke Hobbies: Rowing, sailing, traveling and working out Why is it important for you to run for office? “I am your Sheriff. Our community elected me in 2014 on a platform of assessment, cultural change and community policing. We want to continue our progress of continued assessment for community protection and guardianship. Every pledge I made I have honored. A Community Policing, Operations and Corrections assessment completed. Lexipol Best Practice Police policy instituted, Citizen Advisory Committee formed and contributing. Strategic Plan, employee, community formed and implemented. Accreditation for operations, InProgress., Corrections Accreditation pending. School safety, mental health, opioid/substance abuse challenges, community partnerships in progress. I (want) to continue the excellent work we have started with our employees and community partnerships.” What makes you stand out as a candidate? “I am your Sheriff, elected 2014. Manage a $6 Million budget, 50 employees, corrections with 57-bed jail, patrol, investigation civil division, HOH Indian Tribe contract 24-hours-a-day 365-day. “Thirty two years law enforcement, 21 in management, FBI National Academy graduate, Executive management certificates from Washington and California. B/A Public Management, Medal of Valor recipient, law enforcement supervisor of year. Citizen of the Year Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce 2011, Rotary Club 25 years, twice president. “Currently, serve on DOVE House and ECHHO Boards. Serve on Legislative and mental health peer review board with Washington Sheriff and Police Chief Association. Past served on Jumping Mouse UGN Cape George Colony board also past president and Boys and Girls Club Board.”
“I have a heart for our community and believe in servant leadership. I believe integrity and honesty are the most important tenets in my personal and professional life. “Our Sheriff’s Office must reflect the needs of our vibrant community. Remember, every promise I make 4 years ago, I have kept.”
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formula for success and it works well in the Jefferson County Prosecutor’s Office.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “Drug Court graduations doubled since I took office. Unfortunately, Drug Court is not enough. We have an opioid problem, and problems with methamphetamine and alcohol. Drugs and alcohol play a significant role in domestic violence, burglaries, and DUIs. Some substance abuse issues are more medical in nature than criminal and we are working on ways to help offenders – without scaling back on prosecuting those who commit dangerous crimes. “We will continue to work aggressively to prosecute serious violent and sex offenses. Operation Net Nanny made it clear just how much at risk our children are. We may have made 12 arrests (including interrupting an active molestation in Colorado) but we had around 1,000 hits from interested persons. As a parent I find that frightening and appalling. “I also worry about our capacity to handle civil matters for the County, to include code enforcement, due to a lack of resources.” What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “You elected me in 2014 with an overwhelming mandate to bring progress to the Jefferson County Prosecutor’s Office. I’ve done that. Drug Court graduations have doubled. Therapeutic courts designed to address the long-term needs of those that suffer from substance abuse and mental health issues, or both, are used routinely. At the same time we have more than doubled prosecutions of violent and sex offenders. “Our team put to rest the Pierce double homicide appeal, and countless other violent cases. We worked closely with law enforcement and charged a dozen Net Nanny cases (online digital predators who seek sexual relationships with children). The successes we’ve had in the civil department have spared the County millions. But I’m most proud of bringing together one of the most skilled and best trained legal teams that has had the opportunity to serve the citizens of Jefferson County.”
Why is it important for you to run for office? “I have a clear understanding of the purpose and function of the position I have the honor to hold. Washington's elected clerks protect its judiciary from any appearance of impropriety by serving as the financial agents and record keepers of the public's trial courts of general jurisdiction. We also are responsible for assuring access to the justice system by providing procedural information to the public.” What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if elected? “1. Completion of the accreditation process of our operations ▼Kennedy Continued from page 1 What makes you stand out as a candidate? division and correction division through. Along with our strategic and the related offences of vehicular assault/homicide. I will work “I willingly work 'round the clock for the people I serve. plan in partnership with our employees and community will with law enforcement, treatment providers and probation to hold I have been named Clerk of the Year in 2008 and 2016, establish a set of professional standards to carry us into the offenders accountable, supervise them so they stop drinking while and won the Magnuson Award for Elected Official of the future. they are awaiting trial, and get them the treatment they need so Year for the State of Washington in 2010.” “2. Given recent tragedies in schools across the country we they do not re-offend.” need to address school safety. We will work with community What are the three biggest issues you would like to address if stakeholders, including our citizen advisory board to develop What is one think you want the voters to know about you? elected? solutions. Training for deputies and community stakeholders is “Public service is my calling. This isn’t a game for me. I’ve have “Security of Jefferson County's court records, preserving also a vital component. devoted my life to serving my country and now my community. fundamental constitutional principles (and) meeting the “3. I will continue to address ongoing mental health and I am disturbed by the way that victims have been treated by my needs of the people.” substance abuse issues with community partners. A Huge part opponent, like what happened in State v. Patrick McAllister. So I of our work is responding not to malice but to folks affected with am asking you to vote for me because I will never allow something mental and drug problems. I will continue to explore solutions to like that to happen under my administration. My office will "Start What is one thing you want the voters to know about you? “I want your interactions with the court to go well. So reduce recidivism in our jail with our community.” by Believing." Trauma informed investigations and prosecution please ask to speak with me, and I will help you as much will be the hallmark of my administration.” as I can, within the confines of the law.” What is the one thing you want the voters to know about you?
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would be covered by the replacement levy, are not covered by the Washington Supreme Court's McCleary decision in 2012, which ordered the state legislature “to make ample provision for the education of all children residing within its borders,” as per the Washington State Constitution. “Those fall to the local voters,” Thompson said. eLeCTiONs HaVe CONseQUeNCes Although the replacement levy is just that, and would raise money that would be spent on facilities, Thompson emphasized that it could have consequences in the classrooms if the levy were to fail. “We have a long list of facilities improvements that we've identified as necessary,” Thompson said. “Without those capital facilities dollars, we've have to dip into our maintenance and operations funds to take care of maintaining of roofing, flooring, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, fire alarms and electrical systems. Those funds, in turn, would not be available for use in the classrooms, for students.” Thompson elaborated that spending money on maintenance for existing infrastructure now helps preclude the need for more expensive purchases of newer infrastructure down the line. “By not ignoring the things that need fixing now, we can avoid some big-ticket buys down the road,” Thompson said. “None of this stuff is getting any cheaper, the longer we wait to address it.” The Seattle-based MENG Analysis company conducted a facility condition assessment of the district's capital needs. Thompson added a full analysis of all of the district's properties was
completed last year. According to Thompson, the six-year levy on the Aug. 7 ballot would collect $7.95 million of the $50 million in total needs that MENG Analysis has identified over the course of the next 20 years. Thompson explained that, because of declining enrollment, the district doesn't expect it will need as much square footage, so it's aiming to reduce its footprint by consolidating into its most well-maintained facilities, and upholding their upkeep. Thompson agreed the district has no need for new buildings but asserted it does need to maintain the facilities its families have already invested in, addressing everything from roofing and flooring to electrical systems, fire alarms and up-to-date technology. Perhaps even more importantly, Thompson pointed out that upgrades in technology are necessary simply to keep pace with modern education. “All of the state's testing is done online now, but it's not just that,” Thompson said. “It's like any modern office. From keeping track of student data to training our teachers, you have to keep up with the technology, just to avoid getting left behind. And unlike other school districts, we don't have a separate technology levy.” The capital facilities replacement levy requires a simple majority of Chimacum School District voters for passage, consisting of 50 percent plus one vote. Ballots are due to starting arriving in the mail in Jefferson County by July 18, with military overseas ballots set to be mailed July 22.August primary voting begins July 20, and the last day for in-person registration is July 30, with ballots due by Aug. 7.
Vote for your Jefferson County Democrat Precinct Committee Officer. Each advocates for a party of unity, harmony, and dedication to local issues and values. Let them work for you and get us back on track. 101 Ann Waldron
302 Jean Ball
702 Gary Engbrecht
102 Ray Hunter
304 Alies Moss Vetica
703 Gary Larson
130 Tom Meyer
306 Nancy Lee Mann
704 Jonathan Bakin
104 Marty Gilmore
500 Linda Karp
706 Bruce Cowan
201 Patricia Jones
502 Gerald Lasser
707 John Collins
204 Beth Stroh-Stern
505 John Fabian
301 John Hamilton
700 Tobi McEnerney
708 Elizabeth Urner Wennstrom 709 John Austin
Paid for by George Yount, Past Chairman, Jefferson County DemoCrats
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slightly different language, but identifies the same duties for its PCOs “As a PCO, you are on the front lines of winning elections up and down the ballot, from the school board to the Senate,” the Jefferson County Democrats' website stated. “PCOs are the main point of information and contact for voters in your neighborhood and within the Democratic Party. PCOs are also a central part of their local Democratic organization. They elect party leadership, help fill vacancies in elected office, and lead their precinct caucus every two years.” Cowan expanded on this, saying the Jefferson County Democrats' PCOs elect the chair and three other positions on the party's executive board. From there, the chair appoints a number of positions in turn. These subsequent elections are at the party's reorganization meeting in December, when the PCOs take office. In this election, the question of who will serve as the PCOs for the Jefferson County Republican Party is largely moot because if only one candidate files for a given PCO position, their name does not appear on the Aug. 7 ballot. Betty Johnson, election coordinator for Jefferson County, reported the Republican PCO candidates consisted of eight final candidates. “None of them are contested races, so all those candidates are deemed elected,” Johnson said. By contrast, Johnson reported that 63 Democrats filed as PCO candidates, so even after three withdrew, that leaves 60 Democratic PCO candidates. Of those, Johnson elaborated 17 are in uncontested races, so those candidates are deemed elected, while 21 other races are contested races. Johnson and Cowan agreed if two or more candidates file, their names appear on the ballot Aug. 7, and the top vote-getter wins. Only Democrats are allowed to vote in the Democratic PCO races.
One race, in Precinct 306, has three candidates running, and all precincts, except Precinct 503, have had a Democratic candidate file for the position. “This time, more mainstream Democrats are running and there are twice as many contests,” Cowan said, comparing this the PCO races on the Aug. 7 ballot to the ones in 2016. “Until two years ago, PCO contests were rare, so people don't see the names.” Johnson quoted the statement Jefferson County Elections are required to print on the ballot, above the PCO race, as follows: “For this office only: In order to vote for precinct committee officer, a partisan office, you must affirm that you are a Democrat or a Republican and may vote only for one candidate from the party you select. Your vote for a candidate affirms your affiliation with the same party as the candidate. This preference is private and will not be matched to your name or shared.” Johnson noted PCO races appear on everyone's ballot in the precinct with that contested PCO race. “Nobody knows how any voter voted,” Johnson said. “Voters read the statement, and vote or not as they choose. We know how many 'undervotes' there are for each race, but nobody knows who voted in that race, or who didn't, or what party they belong to.” Johnson clarified that an “undervote” is an instance in which a voter did not make any choice in that particular race. Contested PCO races are decided in the primary election, and the winners are certified with the rest of the Primary results Aug. 21. All uncontested PCO races, where only one candidate filed, are deemed elected and certified at the same time as contested winners. The list of PCO candidates who have filed is on the “Elections” page of the Jefferson County website at www.co.jefferson. wa.us/1266/Elections.
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Any voters living out of the state can still retain residency if they are employees in the civil or military service of the state or country, living overseas, attending college or confined in any public prison. People who have been convicted of a felony will have their right to vote taken, but can be restored as long as they are not
under the authority of the Department of Corrections. They may re-register to vote to receive a ballot. The Secretary of State strongly advises citizens to not submit false information on a voter registration application, register in more than one location or accept payment, or offer to pay another, to register to vote. For those who missed out this year, but want to
ensure they are geared to cast their votes in the 2018 General election, which is scheduled for Nov. 6, they must do so by Oct. 8 for online and mail-in voter registration, as well as any address, name changes and other updates or Oct. 29 for in-person new voters. For more information, contact Jefferson County Elections at 360-385-9117.