FIN 2017-03-21 Item 2B - Discussion - Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee: Applications

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To: Mayor Ekberg and the Tukwila City Council Dec. 26, 2016 Re: Application for Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee Dear Sirs and Madams: I'm interested in serving on the Public Safety Bond Financial Oversight Committee. I care about the safety, welfare and prosperity of my city and my fellow citizens and would be honored to help them further. I have both the education and practical experience to understand and deal with political and economic issues. I'm fortunate to be in a position to spare the necessary time and effort to the duties. As Tukwila grows and develops, it's vital that our own infrastructure keeps up, in capacity and competence. Our fire department's facilities particularly need upgrading and expansion, as does our court. The Safety Bond passed because this is recognized by the citizens. I believe there's only one reason for about 30% of the voters balking: they're concerned about the expense. Those voters will be placated if they see their fellow citizens keeping close watch on the progress of safety improvements, and feel they're getting good value for their money. My experience with the TLAB so far, and my longer experience with the Parks Commission, have been inuch like my work career. My jobs have required working on a wide variety of tasks with a wide variety of people. As we're shared common goals and interests, I've been able to establish good working rapport with all of them. I'm confident that I can do the same with everyone connected with the Safety Bond projects, and the Committee which will oversee them. Thank you for your consideration. Respectfully, G� t W.