Voters had excellent field of candidates to choose from
Below is an article from the local paper. I think it should be manditory reading for all in the city. Perhaps an eletronic board like the ones on the casinos you read as you drive down Williams St. I wish the author had put his name on the Article.
June 8, 2005
Congratulations to all the candidates who threw in their hats for the Fallon City Council. The campaigns were spirited, yet they never wavered far from the highest integrity. All 12 candidates are to be commended for keeping to the political message.
Running for elected office is not easy. It's a commitment to put yourself out there in the public realm, for good or bad, for the accolades and the criticism. Everyone, it seems, has easy answers for the issues facing Fallon, but it takes fortitude to file for office and beat the pavement.
Every candidate we've heard has one overriding interest - and that's what best for the city and its residents. They didn't all agree on the approach, but that's the democratic process, and voters Tuesday picked the candidate whose message resonated with their own philosophy. The field of 12 candidates for three positions on the city council offered voters excellent choices.
The city council sworn in June 21 will unquestionably have to deal with the growth issue. Streets are becoming incredibly congested. Have you tried to turn onto Williams Avenue on any given afternoon? An updated transportation plan for the city is something we haven't heard much about of late. How is the city's business park doing? All the people moving to Fallon will drive the need for an expanded employment base. We'll want to hear a plan on expanding recreational opportunities for residents. Isn't it about time for a city recreation program for youth and adults?
We applaud the city for filling the interim council seat with a civic leader who had no connection to the council race underway. Truly, that was the best way to handle the situation. Ken McConwell has fulfilled the role fine. Give him credit for offering his time and expertise to keep city government moving forward.
Last but not least, everyone who voted Tuesday - or voted early - also deserves a pat on the back. City elections typically don't attract a big voter turnout. We hope the numbers show a renewed interest in city politics. Certainly there was plenty of talk around town about this election. The old adage is true: If you didn't vote, you don't have a soap box on which to complain.
June 8, 2005
Congratulations to all the candidates who threw in their hats for the Fallon City Council. The campaigns were spirited, yet they never wavered far from the highest integrity. All 12 candidates are to be commended for keeping to the political message.
Running for elected office is not easy. It's a commitment to put yourself out there in the public realm, for good or bad, for the accolades and the criticism. Everyone, it seems, has easy answers for the issues facing Fallon, but it takes fortitude to file for office and beat the pavement.
Every candidate we've heard has one overriding interest - and that's what best for the city and its residents. They didn't all agree on the approach, but that's the democratic process, and voters Tuesday picked the candidate whose message resonated with their own philosophy. The field of 12 candidates for three positions on the city council offered voters excellent choices.
The city council sworn in June 21 will unquestionably have to deal with the growth issue. Streets are becoming incredibly congested. Have you tried to turn onto Williams Avenue on any given afternoon? An updated transportation plan for the city is something we haven't heard much about of late. How is the city's business park doing? All the people moving to Fallon will drive the need for an expanded employment base. We'll want to hear a plan on expanding recreational opportunities for residents. Isn't it about time for a city recreation program for youth and adults?
We applaud the city for filling the interim council seat with a civic leader who had no connection to the council race underway. Truly, that was the best way to handle the situation. Ken McConwell has fulfilled the role fine. Give him credit for offering his time and expertise to keep city government moving forward.
Last but not least, everyone who voted Tuesday - or voted early - also deserves a pat on the back. City elections typically don't attract a big voter turnout. We hope the numbers show a renewed interest in city politics. Certainly there was plenty of talk around town about this election. The old adage is true: If you didn't vote, you don't have a soap box on which to complain.
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