4/9/07, Richard Cole runs again

Yesterday, the Redmond Reporter announced Councilman Richard Cole, 65, has decided to run again for a 6th term.

Mr. Cole is a CPA and very attentive to how tax dollars are spent. This is good. Beyond a doubt, he has demonstrated undying dedication and service to the city and commerce over the years. Mr. Cole is now retired from Boeing and working full time for the City. He has wide experience and knowledge of how Redmond government works.

That said, I hope other candidate(s) will surface with fresh ideas and new perspectives to challenge Mr. Cole in the August 21 primary.

City council service shouldn't have to be a full time career job. He's had it 21 years. Hopefully, someone with a fresh approach will step forward.

It's time.