Letter: Why I Support Gina Cuclis

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An open letter to the citizens of Sonoma Valley:

We have a strong candidate for 1st District Supervisor in Gina Cuclis, who is highly qualified to represent Sonoma Valley residents, businesses and interests. I have known Gina for 13 years and have observed her unwavering commitment and involvement in advocating on Valley issues, which include but are not limited to improvements in the Boyes Hot Springs area, public safety concerns, and environmental protections.

Gina has been a tireless volunteer working to solve our community's complex issues and now, after decades of service, is stepping up to run for an office for which she is highly qualified and thoroughly understands. For 25 years, Gina has lived in unincorporated Sonoma Valley and has the perspective of someone who has had to rely on county government as her local government. This perspective is needed on the Board of Supervisors.

Also, for the past two years, Gina – on her own time – has attended virtually every meeting of the Board of Supervisors. So, not only is she familiar with Valley people, businesses, concerns and interests; she is equally familiar with county issues and the people with whom she would serve on the Board.

Many respected former public office holders from Sonoma Valley and other community leaders have endorsed Gina for Supervisor. An endorsement list is on her campaign website (www.ginaforsupervisor.com). Please consider lending Gina your support as well.

- Sanford I. Horowitz