To the editor:

I’m writing to endorse Dale Perry for Bainbridge Island School Board, District 2.

I’ve gotten to know Dale over the past three years and have been uniquely impressed with his honesty, empathy and easygoing nature backed up with a razor sharp intellect.

His background as an international energy executive has given him the skills to be effective and transparent in large meetings – something that is too frequently taken for granted in community settings. He is excellent at concisely getting to the point, listening to other views, and deftly crafting ideas that would work for all parties.

Additionally, Dale is the first candidate in 12 years to take the personal risk and effort of running for a contested seat since there has not been more than one candidate on the ballot in that time.

This fall we have great opportunity to elect an open and transparent leader to the school board with a demonstrated passion for representing parents and families.

DREW WOLFF

Bainbridge Island