Resident Wants 'Experience And Fresh Ideas': Letter To Editor

Dear Editor:

Pleasanton didn't become #7 on a national list of best places to raise a family without sound planning and
carefully orchestrated projects. Kathy Narum, as a council member for the past five years has played an
important role in that planning and execution to maintain and improve the quality of life in our city.

Her training and education afford her the solid background to ask the in-depth questions before
committing the city's dollars in costly endeavours and she uses her insight to assure we get the best bang
for the buck.

Her commitment and accessibility to the citizens of this community are evident in her ready response to
anyone with questions, even if she is away on business. She always returns a phone call or an email
within a day, and if she can't answer, she is quick to direct you to someone who can.

Recognizing the changing demographics of our community, a fresh outlook can have enormous benefits
to the overall workings of our council. Joseph Ledoux, a long-time Berkeley police officer and Pleasanton resident is a new face in the race. His earnest desire to contribute to the inner workings of the
city and his willingness to familiarize himself with both the residents and the issues make him a viable
choice for the 2nd open seat on the council.

I'll be marking my ballot for Kathy Narum and Joseph Ledoux on November 6. To me, they represent the best of both worlds.

Linda Kelly, Pleasanton resident