Clayton for a balanced approach

To the editor,

Walla Walla’s current County Commisioner Jenny Mayberry’s “Rob Peter to Pay Paul” budget mentality cannibalizes the County’s current expense account. Mayberry’s approval of hefty pay raises for the County Sheriff’s Office without voting to raise commensurate revenue is creating the forbidden “Unfunded Mandate.” Other county employees and programs that provide the infrastructure to put the deputies on the road, JOBS and PROJECTS are being put in jeopardy. Bertha Clayton’s proven credentials will provide a balanced approach to funding county services. She understands teamwork and organizational protocols and appreciates the value of all county employees.

Jim Beard

Walla Walla