I’m running for re-election to ensure continued excellence in the Eureka Union School District. In an era of mass teacher layoffs throughout the state, Eureka just enacted a balanced budget, is adding new programs, re-invigorating existing programs and ensuring that our schools continue to attract new families to our community. That keeps property values high whether or not you have school aged children. I have the experience and expertise to do the job. Besides me, the average years of experience on the board is only three. Experience is critical as the district continues to face a barrage of issues, not the least of which is funding deferrals from the State.