Letter: Candidate’s approach sets example for local governance
To the editor,
– Good local elected officials ask good questions of staff. They want to know why a recommendation was made, what the alternatives are, and if it fits the community vision.
We have watched Sharon Roden on the Paso Robles City Council. Sharon asks great questions, comes prepared to the meetings, and is not afraid to take a position on tough issues.
We have enough elected officials in this region who simply do what the staff tells them to do. This is not the way good public policy is made. We need people willing to look at what staff recommends with a healthy skepticism to vet the proposals for a complete evaluation and sound decision.
People like Sharon Roden are exactly what we need on the city council. We should all be thankful she is willing to serve.
Sincerely,
Tom & Gwen Erskine
Paso Robles
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