WIDMYER: Right choice for mayor

I am writing in support of Steve Widmyer to be the next mayor of Coeur d’Alene. Having known Mr. Widmyer and his family over a decade, I strongly feel he is the most qualified candidate to fulfill the numerous duties and responsibilities required by this position.

Steve’s extensive background in business and in handling the finances of large companies makes him an asset to this city and the position. Steve is an extremely successful entrepreneur; combining his own small business accomplishments with his experience in corporate finance, he certainly possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to manage our city’s budget in a fiscally responsible manner.

Mr. Widmyer is actively involved in numerous facets of our community and will promote a civically friendly environment in Coeur d’Alene. He is tremendously supportive of our local school system and has been an advocate for students and teachers alike.

Being a Coeur d’Alene native, Steve has a sense of what our city has been and what it may develop into with proper leadership, guidance and planning. Steve would be willing to collaborate with a variety of groups in Coeur d’Alene to achieve the best possible solutions to the problems that face our city. Please join me in supporting a truly qualified and outstanding candidate for mayor.

KELLY REED