Mulhern is not one of ‘those’ attorneys | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Published 10:40 am Monday, November 2, 2015

To the editor:

Speaking as a longtime island resident, I write to explain my enthusiastic support for Pegeen Mulhern for Bainbridge Island City Council.

I have known Pegeen professionally for 25 years. Pegeen is a stunningly qualified and balanced candidate. Her environmental credentials are strong and unwavering, giving her the sensibilities and values we share as a community.

She worked with the Sierra Club’s Legal Defense Fund and as a law clerk for a federal judge with a powerful record of environmental protection, including the spotted owl case.

Pegeen will be a strong advocate to protect our island’s resources, livability and the values set forth in our comprehensive plan.

True, Pegeen is an attorney, but not one of “those” attorneys. Pegeen is a bright, hard-working maritime commercial attorney who has spent a career seeking financial, pragmatic and practical solutions to tricky business problems.

Putting deals together requires business acumen, understanding the relevant law and the ability to get the parties to reach agreement on creative workable solutions when an impasse is reached. She works with clients on agency interface and huge budgetary matters.

Similarly, the work of the council is complex. Isn’t this the kind of background we want for council members?

Equally important, Pegeen is also a busy mom deeply involved in the fabric of our community through her volunteer work with the city, our schools, church and youth sports.

If you want an experienced and hard-working professional to listen, evaluate, weigh difficult issues and build consensus, your choice is Pegeen Mulhern!

W.L. RIVERS BLACK

Bainbridge Island