This letter is to urge Burbank residents to support Michael Fredrickson for the Port of Walla Walla Board of Commissioners. I served with Mike on the county planning commission and feel qualified to assure you that Mike has plenty of ability to continue to steer our port district with enthusiasm and excellence.

Our years on the planning commission together showed me that Mike's natural leadership ability easily earns the respect of all who work with him and that Mike has an impressive awareness of the county's characteristics and needs for the future. Please join me in re-electing Michael Fredrickson.

Jim Petersen, Burbank