Pud District-At-Large - Commissioner District 1 · Lewis County

I am running to put my engineering and administrative experience towards serving the PUD and its customers. Affordability (rates low), reliability (keeping the lights on) and customer service (responding to concerns) are my goals as a PUD Commissioner. I will work with the other commissioners, manager and staff to achieve these goals. With the rising cost of gas, housing and food, life becomes unaffordable for many ratepayers. It has become critical to keep PUD rates low. Purchased power cost, State mandates for renewable power, are increasing. This requires all other expenditures to be closely evaluated in order to keep rates low. Affordability is important for all PUD customers. With the upcoming relicensing of Cowlitz Falls Dam, now is the time to plan and develop a roadmap to complete the effort. The relicensing process it a combination of environmental studies, agencies consultations, FERC directives and project improvements. I participated in the original licensing and will work to minimize the relicensing expenditures. I am uniquely qualified for this effort. To provide for affordable and dependable power now and into the future, I ask for your vote.

I am running for Public Utility District No. 1 of Lewis County Commissioner because I believe local leadership and local control matter. Decisions impacting our power, infrastructure, and future should be made with transparency, accountability, and in the best interests of ratepayers and the communities served by the PUD at the center of every discussion. Our utility industry is facing significant challenges that will shape the future of our region for decades to come. Growing energy demand, resource adequacy concerns, aging infrastructure, and increasing regulatory requirements continue to place pressure on public utilities across Washington State. At the same time, utilities must navigate the requirements of the Clean Energy Transformation Act while balancing reliability, affordability, and responsible long-term planning. I believe Public Utility District No. 1 of Lewis County must continue to prioritize dependable service, responsible financial stewardship, and open communication with the public. Broadband expansion, infrastructure investment, and protecting affordable power for families, farms, and businesses are all critical to the future success of the communities we serve. I am committed to listening, asking thoughtful questions, and helping ensure Public Utility District No. 1 of Lewis County remains focused on serving ratepayers responsibly both today and for future generations.