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Fourth District Supervisor

Editor:

I owned an insurance agency for almost 40 years in Eureka and had decades of contact with Mike Newman because he is in the insurance business. I heard nothing but praise for Mike from his clients and other insurance agents. I trust him to be our Supervisor! He will balance environmental concerns, push for living wages and be business friendly.

Many years ago, my client was willing to construct a building in Eureka similar to the one that has the Bayfront Restaurant and an ice cream shop with nice apartments above at First and F streets. People who don’t want to see any change fought him so much. I heard he spent $100,000 just trying to get plans approved before he fi nally gave up.

Mike Newman as Fourth District Supervisor will improve our area for the good of all. Paul Nicholson, Bayside

Editor: I think things happen around here based on “who you know.” I read North Coast Journal from a stand in Old Town, and I’ve never written you about things I care about. It took years — I’m not easy, but Natalie Arroyo earns trust. Humboldt is our home. We need an honorable Fourth District supervisor who builds inclusive community through public processes.

Natalie uses leadership skills I expect from veterans, professionalism I want from elected o cials, and the planning experience to do right by our growing community. She makes processes accessible to average people; when I have questions, she fi nds answers.

I appreciate the dignity Natalie brings to public service because I don’t care for rodeo-as-politics approach to civic engagement. Choosing Natalie on June 7 is about building the community we want.

Dana Maher, Eureka

Editor:

Natalie Arroyo is a bright light. You can see it in her eyes, in her work and the leadership she provides.

She stands on her foundation with the U.S. Coast Guard, AmeriCorps, work in fi sheries and as a teacher. Natalie has a huge history of taking action steps to build a healthy community. She serves on Humboldt Transit and Waste Boards, and the Eureka City Council.

And she is not afraid of getting her hands dirty. She plants trees with Keep Eureka Beautiful and cleans up trash. She has vision and follows through.

Because of her hard work, experience and constructive relationships, she has the support of countless organizations, publications, labor, health care, small and big business, deep and wide into the community.

Choose Natalie Arroyo for county supervisor. Editor:

County election ballots arrive this week, and for undecided voters, here’s a short list of qualifi cations for our best choice for District Four Board of Supervisors:

The ideal candidate is someone who knows the job is one of service; has a willingness to examine the issues and listen to others; someone who is honest and pragmatic; one who brings hope and realistic insights into our community’s problems and needs, and it helps if one is experienced in public and community service.

Does this list set the bar high? Yes!

Is there anyone who can meet and exceed these standards? Yes!

Natalie Arroyo walks the talk on all these qualifi cations, and she has the service record to prove it. A vote for Natalie Arroyo is a vote for the very best choice for District Four Board of Supervisors. Vote for Natalie Arroyo.

Sheila Evans, Eureka

Editor:

A big disclaimer: I am Natalie’s mom, so many readers might reject my views out of hand as biased. However, my insights from observing Natalie over all of her 38 years have some depth. I am voting for Natalie because she is an outstanding consensus-builder and peacemaker who works very hard and gets things done. I could list many incidents from her life that demonstrate this, but not in under 150 words!

She is extremely intelligent, has built a background of broad and useful experience and has forged connections that are crucial in serving this community, as evidenced by her many, many endorsements. I hope the residents of District Four don’t miss this opportunity to have Natalie representing them on the board of supervisors!

Nancy Arroyo, Eureka

Editor:

I urge everyone to vote for Natalie Arroyo for Fourth District supervisor in the primary election. Her extensive education and experience in community planning make her supremely qualifi ed to guide the county’s development.

Her eight years of hard work on the Eureka City Council demonstrate her commitment to making Humboldt county a better place for all of us. Congressman Jared Hu man, the Humboldt County Democratic Central Committee and the Times-Standard have all endorsed her, and she is obviously the best choice for the job.

Bruce Will, Hydesville

Editor:

Natalie Arroyo has my enthusiastic support in the upcoming election.

Natalie is smart, dedicated and listens as

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She is not an ideologue — we don’t need ideology in local government; we need problem-solvers and practical innovators like Natalie Arroyo.

Natalie has a wealth of local experience solving problems, listening to people and implementing wise and caring decisions that are beneficial to all. We are fortunate to be able to choose such a fine candidate for county supervisor. Please vote for Natalie Arroyo on June 7. Michael Furniss, Arcata

Fifth District Supervisor

Editor:

I’ll be voting for Steve Madrone on June 7. His service to the county and its people goes far beyond the four years he’s served on the board of supervisors. I’ve known him since our Boy Scout years and over the decades seen him become a key driving force for everything good for our county, from the Hammond Trail and watershed health to sensible community planning and and public safety.

He brings much needed balance and intelligence to the board, while also being respectful (and responsive) to a multitude of viewpoints. Greg Jaso, McKinleyville

Editor:

I met Supervisor Steve Madrone in 2002 and since then, Steve has consistently been an asset to our community, always finding creative solutions to our complicated issues on the North Coast.

He played a pivotal role in developing the Hammond Coastal Trail, where many of us taught our kids how to ride a bike. Steve picked up several tons of trash around our community during the PacOut Green Team Community Clean ups, where he has volunteered his time on the weekends for a decade.

Steve has been an asset to the fishermen, tribes and local ecosystems by bringing in millions of dollars for restoration during his tenure at RCAA, the Mattole Salmon Group and as Humboldt County supervisor, including the largest dam removal project in the world on the Klamath River.

Steve’s record has proven that he has the vision, experience and local relationships to represent our community and I encourage you to vote Madrone!

Bob Pagliuco, McKinleyville

Editor:

After watching the KMUD forum on candidacy for Humboldt County supervisor, the choice is clear for Steve Madrone to continue his work on the board. Madrone is far the superior in terms of intellect and vision. But even more compelling is his practical knowledge, expertise and experience in watershed management, fisheries and community infrastructure.

He has demonstrated the ability to listen constructively to all sides and act decisively for the betterment of the county, a fact that is verified by the enthusiastic endorsement of across-the-board political and social groups. His principled and dedicated devotion to the people of Humboldt County demands a vote to keep him on the job. Patty Harvey, Willow Creek

Editor:

Steve Madrone has been very busy in his first term as Fifth District supervisor. He works not only for the Fifth District, but is very aware of the bigger picture for Humboldt County. He knows the actions we take now are critical in the shaping our future. We need Steve Madrone to continue working for us. Sam King, McKinleyville

Editor:

We support Steve Madrone for Fifth District supervisor. We first met him in the ‘70s when the Emerald Creek Committee was working to expand Redwood National Park. Whether you agreed with the expansion or not, we are all benefitting from the tourist dollars our world-famous redwoods bring.

The kind of work that Steve has done and will continue to do is sound, environmentally-friendly progress. He has lived in Trinidad for decades and will surely be here when we need him to help solve the problems that face any growing region.

Larry Ulrich, Trinidad

Editor:

During my career as a hydrologic technician with Six Rivers National Forest, I had the opportunity to work extensively with Steve Madrone and his colleagues at Redwood Community Action Agency. A wide array of projects were undertaken to improve recreation opportunities and to benefit fish, wildlife and plant communities. Steve set a fine example for knowledge, flexibility, innovation and ability to convey a sense of ownership, stewardship and enthusiasm for each project to his work crews.

When I supported Madrone four years ago, I knew that these attributes would serve him well as Fifth District supervisor. His attention to detail and commitment to bridge-building have been hallmarks of his first term.

Steve’s tenacity will ensure that projects that include the Great Redwood Trail will be brought to fruition. Vote to re-elect Madrone! Tom Leskiw, McKinleyville

District Attorney

Editor:

As a former employee of the district attorney’s office who worked with both Stacey Eads and Adrian Kamada, I am very happy to support Stacey. She has shown a dedication to Humboldt County by returning after graduat-

ing law school, taking a job in the DA’s office, growing and advancing up the ranks.

She has participated in and prosecuted some of the more sensitive and difficult cases to pass through our court system with grace. During my time in the DA’s office, anytime I came to her needing something for my position, or just a question, she always took the time to help. It is her professionalism, experience and leadership abilities that make her the right choice, so please join me and cast your vote for Stacey Eads!

Tedd Childs, Arcata

Editor:

Recently, I had the opportunity to listen to a presentation by Assistant District Attorney (ADA) Stacey Eads on the topic and issues related to human trafficking and child abuse in Humboldt County. ADA Eads is the lead prosecutor and oversees the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Crimes Prosecution Team. It was apparent, as ADA Eads presented the facts and gave examples of real-life cases of such horrific crimes against children in Humboldt County, that her passion and commitment to achieving justice for the young victims in these cases, while providing a safe and supportive environment for them, was her top priority.

The outcome of this election may put current priorities in jeopardy. If you agree that our children deserve the attention, compassion and resources dedicated through the District Attorney’s Office, vote for ADA Stacey Eads as our next district attorney. Melinda Ciarabellini, Eureka

Editor:

It is clear, that our assistant district attorney, Stacey Eads, is the candidate with the integrity to be our next district Attorney. I had the privilege of having worked with Stacey at the District Attorney’s Office for 13 years, and she has the experience and knowledge to lead the office. Stacey has been with the District Attorney’s Office for over 20 years and has tried some of the most heinous of crimes against children.

As assistant district attorney, Stacey handles administrative duties while personally handling her own case load. She is the only candidate who has supervisory experience in the largest law office in Humboldt County. She has budgetary experience and experience developing policy and procedures for the office. Stacey is endorsed by our current district attorney, Maggie Fleming and Sheriff Billy Honsal. She is also endorsed by a host of current and retired law enforcement officers, attorneys, county board of supervisors, as well as county and city officials.

We need a person of Stacey’s experience, ability and moral principles to lead the district attorney’s office into the future. Please join me and vote for Stacey Eads for Humboldt County district attorney.

Mike Losey, Fortuna

Editor:

We are lucky that in the race for Humboldt County district attorney, as in the race for superior court judge, we have two good, qualified people running. I’ve written previously of my support for Ben McLauglin for judge, and the key deciding factor for me in that race applies in the DA’s contest.

All the candidates in both races are experienced prosecutors, as all four have worked as Deputy DAs. What I feel sets two of these candidates apart, Ben McLauglin in the judicial race and Adrian Kamada in the DA’s race, is that these two are the only candidates who have also worked as public defenders. It is an all too-rare quality in judges, and especially rare in district attorneys, to have not only worked as a prosecutor but as a public defender, as well.

Adrian Kamada will get my vote for DA. Check out www.ak4da.com to learn more. Richard Salzman, Sunny Brae

Superior Court Judge

Editor:

As a civil litigator in Humboldt County for the past 24 years, I have come to know our local judges and what it takes to be a good judge. Steven Steward will be an excellent judge. I have had the unique experience of being neighbors and friends with Steve and his family for several years.

Steve is a dedicated family man with a commitment to our community and the ethical practice of law. He is tough and disciplined, but also approachable. He is experienced and decisive. His integrity and character are beyond reproach. He is universally respected by those who know him personally and work with him professionally. These are the qualities a judge must have to manage a courtroom efficiently and fairly. These are the qualities Steve will bring to our judiciary if he is elected on June 7.

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I endorse and support Steven Steward for Judge of the Humboldt County Superior Court. Nick Kloeppel, Arcata

Editor:

Humboldt County Superior Court judge is a di cult and taxing job. I believe Steven Steward is the right candidate for the position.

I have known Mr. Steward for as long as I have been a Humboldt County resident, 24 years, and I fi rmly believe he is the hard working, thoughtful and compassionate person we need on the bench. In my discussions with Mr. Steward, I have concluded that he wants to become a judge to help make Humboldt County a better and safer place for his family and yours. His experience defending persons as a criminal defense attorney and as a prosecutor in the Humboldt County District Attorney’s O ce have given him the experience we need for the position of Humboldt County judge.

Mr. Steward’s diverse group of supporters is proof that this community wants someone they feel will represent all of us on the bench. Please join me on June 7 and vote for Steven Steward for Humboldt County Superior Court judge. Thank you.

Sheldon Heath, Arcata

Auditor-Controller

Editor:

As a former Humboldt County auditor-controller, I am endorsing Cheryl Dillingham for AC in this election. Cheryl has the technical skills and expertise to be successful in this very challenging position. Cheryl also has a strong ethical foundation and the emotional intelligence to treat her employees, other departments and the public with the appropriate respect we all expect and deserve from our elected o cials. Please join me in voting for Cheryl Dillingham for auditor-controller this June. Joseph Mellett, Fortuna

Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters

Editor:

Juan Pablo Cervantes has outstanding qualifi cations for the critical public service positions of clerk, recorder and registrar of voters in Humboldt County. Cervantes is the only candidate with experience administering elections. The list of his professional and civic engagement in the fi eld of election administration is long; and his educational background makes him uniquely qualifi ed to continue his reliable work at our o ce of elections.

In a Democracy it is fundamental to protect the right to vote and to see that votes are accurately counted. Our elections and election workers are being unreasonably attacked with false accusations of corruption by some who want to disrupt the system. This could happen anywhere if the wrong people are elected. I have complete trust in the honesty, integrity, transparency, e ciency, accessibility and accuracy of Mr. Cervantes’ work at the Humboldt County O ce of Elections.

Juan Pablo Cervantes has earned our votes! Christine Will, Hydesville

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