Editor,

As former school board directors in the South Whidbey School District, we are writing in support of Helen Price Johnson for Washington state senator.

Helen has participated extensively in positions of service to the South Whidbey community her entire adult life. Some well-known examples include her recognition in the South Whidbey Record as a “Hometown Hero” in 2004, serving as a director on the South Whidbey School Board for two terms from 2001-08, and her history-making 2008 election as the first woman elected to the board of Island County commissioners.

In addition, Helen continues to serve on multiple boards, committees and associations.

All these years of active community involvement have prepared Helen for this next step in leadership. We know that she is a skilled, thoughtful, caring and dedicated member of our community and we encourage you join us in supporting Helen.

Vote early.

Karen Anderson, Freeland

Julie Hadden, Clinton

Greg Gilles Clinton

Fred O’Neal, Freeland

Todd Peterson, Clinton

Linda Racicot, Langley

Bob Riggs, Freeland

Steve Scoles, Clinton

Sally Windecker, Clinton