To the editor:

In my years covering politics and government for local newspapers, I have seen first-hand what constitutes leadership. Charlotte Garrido embodies the qualities we need most in a leader: integrity, intelligence, intention, and heart.

Charlotte is one of the hardest working people I know. Whether convening neighbors to engage their ideas and help with a local road project, working with other regional leaders to strengthen infrastructure or health systems, or hunkering down to make tough budget calls, she never wavers from her commitment to securing the brightest future for Kitsap County.

I wholeheartedly endorse Charlotte Garrido for re-election as county commissioner, and urge you to join me in supporting one of the finest officials our community has known.

BARBARA FELVER

Bremerton