My name is Dennis Colthurst, and I am a candidate for the Sebastopol City Council.

I have lived in Sebastopol for nearly 45 years.

I was honored to be able to serve with the Sebastopol Police Department for 34 years. During that time, I served as a general patrol officer, as well as criminal and forensic investigator.

I am a good listener.

There are several big issues currently demanding attention:

• Larry McLaughlin, our city manager and city attorney, has announced his retirement. Fire Chief Braga will retire on December 31, 2022.

• A proposal to consolidate our fire department with the Gold Ridge Fire District is being considered. I honor and support the firefighters of the Sebastopol Fire Department. Any merger of this nature must be critically examined. We must listen carefully, especially to the voices of our firefighters.

• Some of our downtown businesses have closed. Business development must be undertaken to restore vitality to our business district.

• The unhoused of our community need attention and a method of transitioning to homes.

All the above are on the table now.

If elected, I will take these issues on, as well as other matters that will certainly arise.

I will serve my community with steadfast dedication.

I ask for your vote on November 8, 2022.

Respectfully,
Dennis Colthurst