Ruehle's tenure marked by dedication, understanding

The old adage “The proof is in the pudding” certainly rings true for Deb Ruehle, incumbent candidate for Sandpoint City Council. During her tenure on City Council, Deb has proven her dedication to understanding how our city functions and how the relationships between mayor, city staff and department heads influence decisions that affect Sandpoint residents. 

Deb’s experience, clarity and understanding will prove invaluable as Sandpoint works through major issues of bringing our sewage treatment plant into compliance, amending the Multimodal Transportation Plan to reflect the needs and desires already expressed by Sandpoint residents, and the urgent need to repair our streets and sidewalks. Deb understands that city codes must be updated to align with State and Federal regulations.

City residents’ expressed desires deserve consideration and inclusion. Deb will help re-energize Sandpoint citizen committees, providing insight and support to the work being done by elected officials and city staff. Citizen participation is vital to current and future city planning. 

Recognizing housing as an immediate challenge, Deb also supports the establishment of a Sandpoint Housing Authority that will work to build relationships among profit and non-profit sectors in finding real solutions to our affordable housing crisis.

Please join me in making sure Sandpoint City Council members are informed, experienced and dedicated to the hard work of local government. Vote for Deb Ruehle, Sandpoint City Council.

MARY TOLAND

Sandpoint