Chamber, EDC to Host County Commission Dist. 3 Candidates

As Mason County voters prepare for the August primary election, the business community is creating opportunities for residents to connect directly with those seeking public office. The Chamber and the Economic Development Council of Mason County will host a County Commission District 3 Candidate Meet & Greet at 6:30p on Thursday, July 9, at the Mason PUD 3 Auditorium on Johns Prairie.

Candidates invited to participate in the open house, listed in ballot order, include Eric Onisko, Daniel Cameron, Miguel Gutierrez, Rick Lee, Karen (Schade) Sullivan, George Blush, and Lovejoy Schaefer.

This open house-style event will give community members the opportunity to meet the candidates seeking the District 3 seat on the Mason County Board of Commissioners, ask questions, and learn more about their priorities and perspectives ahead of the election.

Candidates will be stationed at individual tables throughout the evening, allowing attendees to engage in one-on-one conversations and gather information important to their voting decisions.

County commissioners are responsible for adopting county budgets, setting policy direction, and making decisions that affect everything from economic development and infrastructure to public services and long-term planning. The individuals elected to these positions help shape the policies that influence both residents and the businesses that call Mason County home.

The Shelton-Mason County Chamber and the Economic Development Council of Mason County collectively serve as the voice of the business community and we make it a point to be at the heart of important issues like workforce development, quality of life, and civic engagement.

That said, we are not political action committees and do not endorse candidates; we are independent organizations led by the private sector.

The Chamber and EDC provide nonpartisan information and host community education and outreach opportunities because we believe people have a right to know what candidates for public office believe about issues that affect our community. It is our goal to give every citizen the ability to learn more about policy making candidates and encourage you to get out and vote.

For more information on the upcoming primary, all races, and locations of dropboxes throughout the county, go to masonchamber.com/elections or call the Chamber at (360) 426-2021. To learn more about the Chamber’s public policy guidelines and legislative efforts, visit masonchamber.com/advocacy.