Believe me- if you know 10 people, they can make all the difference in an election!

I'm sorry to inform Federal Heights voters and my friends and readers that within two weeks I will no longer be a Federal Heights City Councilmember. I lost my bid to retain my council seat in the Nov. 3 election, by 9 votes. Sharon Richardson received 159 votes, while I received 150 votes, in a very low election turnout.

I thank my many supporters especially the donorsand volunteers who helped me get fliers to most of the doors and mailboxes in Ward One of the city. I also thank all the residents who welcomed me on their doorsteps with encouraging words and shared concerns. Your efforts are appreciated and I am sure they helped make the council race so tight.

And yet, I am not discouraged. I have worked hard on City Council and am glad my fellow council members gave me the opportunity to serve,since they appointed me two years ago. I will continue to follow the issues, support residents' needs and volunteer my time to move positive community projects forward.

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