Time to make a difference

You have to act now if you want to make a difference. June 5th is the big deadline for submitting your formal intent to actually do something about all those opinions, ideas and advice you have and put some action behind it by signing up to run for office or applying for a key community position. There are several opportunities that need application by June 5th.

Run For Orting Mayor & Open Council Positions If you’ve ever dreamed of being mayor or having the honor of being on the city council and making an impact on your community, now is the time to run for office. Orting has six positions up for election this year. Mayor Cheryl Temple and Councilmembers Scott Drennen, George Wilson, Dick Ford, Nicola McDonald and Joachim Pestingers terms are all expiring. File your Declaration of Candidacy during filing week, June 1 – June 5, 2009, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., if you are running for any of the open offices. The fee to file for council positions is $12 and for mayor is $120. File at Pierce County Election Center, 2501 South 35th Street, Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98409. A packet will be provided that includes a Declaration of Candidacy, Public Disclosure Information, Quick Info for Candidates, Voters’ Pamphlet submittal information, and a 2009 Election Manual. For more information go to http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/aud/elections/main/cand.htm

Apply for the position of Executive Director needed for the Orting Chamber of Commerce. Responsible for all aspects of operations including office management, membership development, marketing, grant writing, online and print newsletter, website, and other responsibilities as assigned by board of directors to support business and economic development in the city of Orting. Position is part-time with $1,500 monthly salary plus potential to earn a bonus based on revenue development. Email resume and cover letter by June 5th to ococ@centurytel.net