Tessa Scheller is the right person for Clatsop County commissioner, District 2. Tessa is a longtime Clatsop County resident, with a long history of community service. She has government experience, having served as a director with the Skipanon Water Control District and the Clatsop Soil and Water Conservation District. She has also served on the board of Clatsop Community College.

Tessa cares deeply about the residents in our community, and our quality of life. One of her highest priorities is retaining and building affordable housing for workers and families. Tessa has been actively involved in working to find shelter for those who are unhoused. Her other priorities include the protection of working farms and forests, lakes, rivers and drinking water.

You will receive your ballot for the May 21 election in the mail during the first week of May. Join me in voting for Tessa for county commissioner, District 2. With her experience, integrity and commitment, Tessa will serve us and the county well.

ERIC HALPERIN

Gearhart