Monica Rosenthal, candidate for District 1 supervisor, has been involved in many different agencies and organizations within Lake County for over 20 years. She has depth of knowledge that will enable her to hit the ground running as our County representative.

Examples include serving on the Lake County Planning Commission, the Lake County Farm Bureau Board and on the Napa/Lake Workforce Investment Board.

When I compare Mr. Simon’s resume to Ms. Rosenthal’s, she wins hands down. Monica’s extensive volunteer activities provide a much broader base of knowledge and relevant experience.

As a resident of Hidden Valley Lake I have discussed a few of our most pressing county-related problems with her.

One is the water moratorium, which has rendered our undeveloped lots worthless because no new water service can be provided. She has investigated the issues behind the water moratorium and has a strategy for working with relevant state agencies to resolve this edict.

Another high priority issue is the county building permitting process. With local residents trying to rebuild after the Valley fire, many complain of the disorganization in our county building department. Monica’s planning background combined with the relationships she has developed over the years will foster a proactive approach with higher expectations and better oversight to enable residents’ recovery efforts.

I am supporting Monica because experience and qualifications matter.

Join me in voting for Monica Rosenthal as our next District 1 supervisor.

Susan Cameron lives in Hidden Valley Lake, Calif.