After moving to Boring in 1998, I realized the exceptional quality of water provided by the Boring Water District. To assure this pristine water supply is available in the future, at a competitive cost, will require planning and leadership.  I wish to give back to the community my business and IEC association leadership abilities to help ensure that the BWD is financially stable and moving forward in both growth and cost containment. I believe every resident of the BWD has valuable input concerning its future. I envision a time when the residents of Boring feel their input is welcomed, and have the knowledge that the BWD board is providing a high level of transparency and leadership.  While working with non-profit associations, I have been involved with the budget process at both the state and national levels through boom and bust times. This experience has taught me that you cannot just raise costs to balance the budget. As desperate times require thinking outside of the box and making sound short and long term business decisions.  I am able to bring to the Boring Water Board a wealth of experience as a business owner with a background of community involvement.