Van Pelt best for clerk’s job

I was privileged to hire Debra Van Pelt as a deputy Island County clerk and she worked for me for the last five years I was in office. During that time, Debra devoted her attention to learning the vast array of duties and responsibilities required of a deputy clerk. It soon became apparent to me that this was more than a job to her, it was a career path.

June 3, 2010 6:00 am

I was privileged to hire Debra Van Pelt as a deputy Island County clerk and she worked for me for the last five years I was in office. During that time, Debra devoted her attention to learning the vast array of duties and responsibilities required of a deputy clerk. It soon became apparent to me that this was more than a job to her, it was a career path.

Debra took every opportunity to educate herself in the legally mandated duties and principles involved in running the clerk’s office and in effectively serving both the citizens and legal community of Island County. Deb has consistently demonstrated her people skills, management style and expertise. She worked to promote team participation among my staff, earning her the respect and support of her coworkers and peers.

It is apparent to me that Debra cares about the stability of the clerk’s office and has the knowledge and experience necessary to lead the office through these economically difficult times. In my opinion, Debra is the candidate qualified to be elected to the position of Island County Clerk.

Sharon Franzen

Coupeville