"It's about time!", my neighbor said, when I told her of my plans to take out papers and run for city council. Tomorrow, at eight o'clock in the morning, I will officially begin my bid for a seat on the city council of our town. Our council has voted in lockstep on every single issue for over three years. There hasn't been an original thought and hardly a dissenting vote since December 13, 2000. Our council has had a stranglehold on this community for too long. It is my desire to bring equity, common sense, and representation of all of Cotati's citizens to the council, not just the desires of a select group of people. Wish me luck.
Posted by Mark D. Firestone at July 20, 2004 05:15 AM | TrackBackI think this is outstanding! With all of the issues you've had with them, this will at least give you more of a voice on issues in the future. I'm glad to hear that you have a lot of support behind you as well. That's a sign that people want to make some effective changes. Good luck!
Posted by: Linda at July 20, 2004 06:26 AM (Permalink)This is EXACTLY what Jefferson had in mind! I wish you success in this venture!
Posted by: rs at July 20, 2004 12:57 PM (Permalink)That's truly fantastic news! I wish you all the best of luck with your run. You will do a fantastic job! Let me know if there's anything I can do to help! :-)
Posted by: Molly at July 20, 2004 06:09 PM (Permalink)While I have sent each of you e-mails in response to your good wishes, I am grateful for the response and support. In about two short hours I will officially begin my run for election. Thanks again. Long live the Bear Flag Republic!
Mark
Posted by: Mark D. Firestone at July 21, 2004 06:10 AM (Permalink)Waaay To Go Mark!!!
'Bout time is right. It'll do the town good to have someone who thinks for themselves on Council again.
If you need inside tips on Cotati campaigning, just ask.
Best
Pia
Posted by: Pia at July 21, 2004 07:19 PM (Permalink)Glad to hear it. Fight the power. Let's get some blogger momentum going.
Posted by: Erick-Woods Erickson at July 22, 2004 10:56 AM (Permalink)