I have friends from all walks of life and beliefs and believe that everyone is entitled to their own opinions and it isn’t my job to change them. Therefore, I normally do not have anything to do with politics outside of researching and voting my own ballot.

I do feel compelled to write this letter in support of Commissioner Sheilah Kennedy after witnessing the lies and misinformation being spread around our county this year. I sit on the Okanogan County Fair Board.

Every time a situation has come up, I was always able to pick up a phone any time of the day or night and get answers, solutions or even a physical presence to help from Commissioner Kennedy.

Were there issues with communication that led to frustration and anger over the years that I’ve been a board member? Absolutely! But the fault lies with all parties involved – past and present – from the commissioners, to staff, to the board and even to the public. There were and will continue to be many

learning curves regarding state law as it applies to public funds within county as our commissioners continue to work to get Okanogan County and all its departments operating above board.

It is all of our responsibility to educate ourselves on the facts, instead of relying on gossip and rumors.

I respect Sheilah’s work ethic, honesty and integrity.

Trampas Stucker

Tonasket