ELECTION: An all-star group

This is an important election for our local community. It is critical that we elect officials who possess the skills to do the job. Tara Malek, Paul Amador and Jim Addis have the knowledge and skills to do the important work for our community in the Legislature.

They will work to support and improve public safety and education. They have the skills necessary to reform our property tax system to insure that it is fair for all. Fiscal responsibility is of the utmost importance for our taxpayers and they will work hard to reduce taxes and make sure that our tax dollars are spent wisely.

Malek, Amador and Addis are the qualified leaders that we need in Boise fighting for what is best for us.

Locally, I had the pleasure of working with Kootenai County Commissioner Chris Fillios during my time as mayor of Coeur d’Alene.

I found Chris to be hard working and dedicated to all the citizens of our county. He understands what it takes to lead an organization and will listen to all sides before making decisions. He is fiscally conservative and he is always looking out for what is in the best interests of the county. Chris has my full support.

Please join me in supporting these candidates with your vote on May 17.

STEVE WIDMYER

Former mayor of Coeur d’Alene