To the editor:

I have watched Pegeen Mulhern work in professional and community settings since 1999 and enthusiastically support her candidacy for the Bainbridge Island City Council.

Pegeen’s ability to combine a passion for education and the environment with professional skill and judgment will be a welcome addition to our city government. Pegeen and her husband ran a successful charter sailing operation before moving to the Island 35 years ago.

While their children attended Bainbridge Island public schools, Pegeen was an active member of numerous school district committees. Today she is a highly respected maritime attorney who is eager to apply her professional expertise and personal experience to advocate for the people, resources and businesses of  the Puget Sound Region.

Our island is struggling with tough issues, including how to manage growth and how to protect the special nuances of our island community.  Pegeen’s desire to encourage citizen participation, listen to our community and advocate for our unique island environment is exactly what we need on the city council.

I encourage you to join me in voting for Pegeen Mulhern.

NINA MITCHELL

Bainbridge Island