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Vote for Dan Bockhorst

By Mike Painter

September 17, 2018
Monday PM


I served 4 terms (12 years) on the Ketchikan Gateway Borough Assembly and I was one of the Assembly Members that hired Dan Bockhorst as Borough Manager. I was on the Assembly the entire time that Bockhorst was Borough Manager.

There is a good reason why Dan Bockhorst is the longest serving Borough Manager in the history of our Borough. Dan was always well prepared. He is knowledgeable and analytical. Bockhorst showed his skills in local government the whole time he served as Borough Manager. Dan gave the Assembly detailed information on issues along with unbiased analysis and recommendations. His reports, information, and comments were valuable to the Assembly and the public. When the Assembly made decisions – popular or unpopular – Dan always carried out the direction of the Assembly faithfully.

Dan treated members of the public in the same respectful way that he treated the Assembly. His door was always open. Whenever anyone asked for information or help, Dan provided it readily.

Dan Bockhorst has integrity. He performed his duties as Borough Manager with great skill, courtesy, and honesty. He was fair, accountable, and transparent. I admired his work ethic and dedication.

I urge you to vote for Dan Bockhorst on October 2. He worked hard for us when he was Borough Manager, and he will work hard for us as an Assembly Member.

Mike Painter
Ketchikan, Alaska

About:   Former 4 term Borough Assembly Member

 

 

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Received September 17, 2018 - Published September 17, 2018

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