Letter | Bilanko understands government

Published 4:45 pm Tuesday, October 20, 2015

We whole-heartedly endorse Judy Bilanko for North Bend City Council. Judy brings applicable knowledge and skills from her work as Public Information Officer for the city of Wenatchee, 15 years in banking and her current position on the city parks commission.

She understands city government, budgeting and finance. She is smart, knowledgeable, and an outstanding communicator. She follows through on responsibilities.

Her statements at the candidate forums have shown that she does her homework, analyzes topics and develops realistic proposals for issues such as growth, infrastructure, downtown revitalization and affordable housing.

She demonstrates concern for making responsible financial decisions. For example, Judy recommends more affordable approaches to full downtown revitalization, rather than a bond issue for the historical block which her opponent recommends and which may benefit his own business. She has no personal agendas other than serving the entire city.

Judy is recently retired and has stated she will devote whatever time is needed to be prepared and present at the multiple meetings each month required to competently conduct city business.

We are confident Judy will be an excellent council member. We will vote for her and recommend others do the same.

Jeri and Frank Cranney

North Bend