I’ve been an active participant in Kirkland City affairs for most of the 11 years that I have lived here.
I have served on several City of Kirkland committees and boards, from the neighborhood level on up, all of which have interacted with the council.
I am endorsing Bob Sternoff for reelection. Bob has performed above and beyond the call of duty in serving not only on our city council, but also on several regional boards that affect Kirkland.
He led the Kirkland annexation efforts, promotes sorely-needed economic development, and understands the needs of Kirklanders from living almost his entire life in the Kirkland area.
He serves on a number or regional boards, providing input and protecting our interests. His business experience is invaluable.
In another Kirkland race, I recommend Toby Nixon. Toby has a long record of service from the community level to the Washington State Legislature, where he represented Kirkland’s 45th District for several years.
Toby is a resident of Kingsgate in Kirkland’s newly annexed area, and has a record of service to the community too long to summarize here.
His state government knowledge and connections will be inestimably useful to Kirkland.
Bob and Toby don’t agree on every issue. However, they are collaborative people who can work together cooperatively and with the other members of council.
Kirkland City Council positions are non-partisan, which I believe is best for our city. The significant issues that come before the council defy categorization into party political platforms.
However, one local political party group has chosen to make the races into partisan contests. That is unfortunate. Our city is best served by choosing the best person for the job, not one with a Republican or Democrat designation next to their name.
I consider myself an independent, a moderate, leaning socially liberal but fiscally conservative. Bob Sternoff and Toby Nixon have endorsements from both Democrats and Republicans.
You will put the best people in charge if you give them your votes.
Glenn Peterson, Kirkland
