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community 2016 Readers Lend Their Voices... continued from page 4 constantly seeking the next instant grati- fication. It’s about taking the long view. How will an action or decision affect me in 5, 10, 15 years? How will it affect oth- ers? Is it worth the cost? What he taught often was that if it was fast and easy, it was most likely not good or at best, un- sustainable. He’s taught me that it is ok to want more. But if you do, you can’t be afraid of a little dirt on your shoes or paint in your hair. There nothing more rewarding than a job well done. It will give you a sense of self worth that no- body can give or take from you. My father is a man I trust. He believes strongly in family, community, and honesty. He wants sustainable solu- tions to economic hardships so Colum- bia County will be a place for families to grow and thrive for years to come. Chelsea R Sprague (Mayo) Canby, OR St. Helens High School Class of 2003 To the Editor, As a fellow contractor & friend, I have known Wayne Mayo profession- ally & personally for several years, and want to share the following for voters to consider when voting for Columbia County Commissioner Position #1: 1. Parenting: This is one of the most important and hardest things most do in life. I have met Wayne’s children and all are independent and contributing in their own way as good citizens of America. Their endeavors include 1) anesthesiolo- gy provider & mother, 2) CPA & mother, 3) Captain in the Army with tour in Af- To the Editor, This is a letter to tell those who might not know Wayne Mayo; what kind of person he is, and what a great County Commissioner he would make. I have known Wayne since 2001 when our sons played football together. I also have a younger son who was in the same grade at school as one of Wayne’s sons. Need- less to say, I have had many occasions to talk with and get to know Wayne. I have an example of the kind of person Wayne is. I became aware Massage Therapy During a recent trip to Europe with her daughter Erin Gerhke, Donna Webb stopped in Zurich, Switzerland (left) and Milan, Italy (right) to read the Voice. Geoff Wenker Scappoose, OR of a person who volunteered where I work, she was having a bad time as her spouse had moved out, her well had bro- ken, and she didn’t have any money to fix it. I called Wayne who is in construc- tion, and asked him what it would cost for the repair and where to find what she needed. He asked me if she had someone who could do the work for her, and when I said yes he said he would be right over. He showed up with the necessary ma- terial and refused to accept reimburse- ment. In fact, he doesn’t really like me lic#5495 mariekrahn@frontier.com Bert Jepson Rainier since 1981 • Accepting: Medical Benefits Cards 503-429-5180 to talk about it. I know that I trust him to always tell the truth. He is one of the most hon- est men I have ever known. His word is his bond. I might add he cares deeply for Columbia County, the people in it, regardless of race, religion, or economic status. Wayne is a man we would all appreciate as our County Commissioner. Bighorn Logging Auto injury recovery/medical billing • Medical Massage Cupping • Swedish Massage • Reiki • Deep Tissue • Reflexology • doTerra Aroma Touch • Trigger Point Therapy • Myofacial Release 9 Where Do You Read the Voice? ghanistan & father, 4) Oregon Nation- al Guard with a tour in Afghanistan, 5) Civil Engineer & father, 6) published biological chemist & mother, 7) nurse, and 8) the youngest playing in the NFL (including the 2016 Super Bowl) & with degree in Business Manage- ment. Parenting is largely by example and this reflects well on Wayne. 2. County Commissioner: Wayne has lived & worked in Columbia County since 1959 and knows it well. Wayne has now reached a point in life where he could & wants to put more energy into contributing to his com- munity. The political discourse these days reflects a very broad dissatisfac- tion with how ineffective government is. Believing all politics is local, and that he could help, Wayne wants to bring the same high level of energy & enthusiasm he brings to all of his en- deavors, to the County Commissioner Position #1 Marie Krahn october20 Contract Logging 503-324-2422 Free Estimates Timber Purchases Timber Management Oregon Professional Logger certified since 1996 Owned and Operated by Don & Kim Wallace DON WALLACE, PLS Professional Land Surveying 1224 E. Alder St. Vernonia, OR 97064 Phone: 503-429-6115 FAX: 1-866-297-1402 Email: DWallace_KLS@msn.com CORPORATE MEMBER
