As longtime Gearhart residents, we have known Mayor Kerry Smith as a friend, a businessman, councilman and mayor.

In his capacity as mayor, he has worked tirelessly to bring a much-needed public safety building to our community. The public safety building issue has created anger, discord and baseless rumors. Kerry is committed to move forward with plans for rebuilding to show Gearhart as a vibrant community.

We, as citizens, need to stop the divisiveness and, rather than criticizing online, attend meetings and offer constructive suggestions to reach our goal together.

Mayor Smith has spent countless hours working for our community. He is neither paid, nor does he seek any benefits. He does this because loves Gearhart. He works hard as a volunteer, at no pay, to improve Gearhart for all!

We will be casting our ballots for Mayor Smith, and we hope you will join us.

JAKE and JUDY REDEKOP

Gearhart