Believes Watson could run Ferndale
As a resident, I have been paying close attention to the candidates running for mayor of Ferndale. Contrary to the beliefs of some candidates, running a city isn’t like running a business. Cities are not businesses. A good mayor is a good administrator. There are countless rules that govern the operations of a city. Rules with no counterpart in a for-profit business. When it comes to running a city, a small business owner has no advantage over a teacher or a nurse. Common sense, flexibility, good organizational skills and a strong awareness of community are a mayor’s biggest assets.
I also feel that candidates for a non-partisan position shouldn’t seek or brag about receiving the endorsement of a political party, or beg for money to fund their campaign. I want a mayor who will listen to all the residents and their viewpoints before making a decision and not approach a problem favoring one side over another.
Examining the current field, there is only one candidate for mayor of Ferndale who I feel truly has the knowledge necessary to run a city (she has a certificate of municipal leadership). Only one candidate who I believe is truly non-partisan, who is more concerned about improving the community than promoting themselves or their business. Once you do the research, I know you will join me in voting for Cathy Watson for mayor. Find out more about her at her website, cathywatson.us.
Bill Pate
Ferndale
This story was originally published July 30, 2015 at 5:01 PM with the headline "Believes Watson could run Ferndale."