I’ve been honored and blessed to serve as the Mayor of Soldotna. I’ve enjoyed the support of Soldotna constituents, as well as active participation in the city process by community members from the greater Soldotna area. Being somewhat new to serving as an elected representative, I have learned many valuable lessons over the past three years.

I’ve learned much about what can be accomplished when folks don’t initially agree. The source of one of the richest learning experiences was the process that resulted in the Soldotna Community Memorial Park.

The board, staff and children of the 6 Boys and Girls Clubs of the Kenai Peninsula want to offer a heartfelt “thanks” to the Kenai River Professional Guide Association and event sponsors for donating a day to “Take Our Kids Fishing” for the fifth year. On Aug. 17, approximately 80 local Boys and Girls Club Kids enjoyed sunshine and a great day on the river fishing for Kenai River silver salmon.