I first became acquainted with Helen Owen in the very early 1990s when I became involved in the Lake County Rodeo Association. She is a proven and committed person for her community with integrity!

Her support and involvement over the years in a variety of ways is obviously sincere to all who know her.

Recognizing the value of residents’ opinions and needs in the community, she believes in listening to those opinions.

Her plan to hold regular meetings with constituents when she becomes District 1 supervisor will make her a true voice of the people in government.

Helen will represent all the constituents in District 1. She certainly knows the importance of collaboration as she moves forward, listening to her fellow supervisors as they consider issues, will prove to benefit the entire county.

Evaluation of the big picture is a strong suit. Helen does not believe that more government is a true value to communities, but rather less government involvement and encouraging more citizens to be aware and become involved serves all.

She knows District 1 and the county need more jobs and opportunities for our young people.

Helen values the rural qualities of Lake County but understands that common sense growth is necessary to provide those opportunities.

A vote for Helen Owen is the best choice for Lake County!

Melissa Fulton is the retired CEO of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce. She lives in Lakeport, California.