— by Bear and Mitzi Johnson —

To the Voters of San Juan County
Re: Bill Watson, Candidate for County Council, District #1, San Juan County.

As full-time San Juan County residents since 1983, we’ve watched the County grow from sleepy, little laid-back communities to vital location destinations with great eco-tourism appeal. We appreciate the difficult balance between economic survival and potential destruction of what makes the islands so treasured and magical. Bill understands that fragile balance.

Bill is clearly an accomplished professional. Confident and articulate, he has both successful experience in public service and the intelligent, honorable fairness to guide our County into the future. It takes courage and intellect to be an effective, and balanced, voice for the future of our communities. Level-headed, approachable and clear thinking, Bill represents our hope for the future of San Juan County.

Bill has been a treasured personal friend for close to seven years. We have come to know him well and enthusiastically support his candidacy.

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