Jan Marx is the most qualified San Luis Obispo mayoral candidate

Earlier this year, I attended several San Luis Obispo City Council meetings. At all times during the sessions, even at the end of a long night, I observed Mayor Jan Marx to be professional, evenhanded and respectful to all who spoke. There was a range of issues presented — from water security to “democracy vouchers.” People packed the chambers, each with their own agenda, and it was a great display of democracy exercised at the local level.

Having observed Mayor Marx at these meetings, keeping everyone on track and on time, I developed the utmost respect for her abilities as mayor. A wide variety of people came before the council, from the police chief to the average citizen and, regardless of how impassioned the argument or professional the presentation, Mayor Marx was calm, efficient and knowledgeable.

Having served 12 years on the City Council, Mayor Marx has an in-depth understanding of the many complex issues facing our city. I can’t think of a better, more experienced person to guide our future. We’ve been lucky to have her serving as our mayor for the past six years. She is the most qualified person on the ballot to serve another term.

This story was originally published September 11, 2016 at 1:52 PM with the headline "Jan Marx is the most qualified San Luis Obispo mayoral candidate."