King County Local Voters Pamphlet September 18, 2001 Primary and Special Elections CITY OF BOTHELL COUNCIL POS. NO. 05 Note to Voters: The statements below are written by the candidates, who are solely responsible for the contents therein. List of Candidates for CITY OF BOTHELL COUNCIL POS. NO. 05 : Michael Foote Jeff Merrill Mike Johnson Michael FOOTE When I look at Bothell, I see a town that is far enough away from Seattle to avoid most of its problems yet close enough to reap its benefits. What I believe Bothell needs in its city government is a person who can see what is right here, but has the will to attempt to change what is not right. I have a very strong sense of right and wrong, and have tried my whole life to fight for what I know is right. If elected I would do everything within my power to keep Bothell the nice town I see today.   Photo Not Provided List of Candidates | Local Voters Pamphlet Jeff MERRILL Jeff Merrill has been a Bothell resident for over 40 years. Having served the past 8 years on the city council, Jeff is the only council member and candidate from Snohomish County. Jeff understands the desire to maintain Bothell's hometown charm and amenities while protecting our neighborhoods from cut through traffic and crime. Jeff is committed to providing property tax relief by encouraging increased commerce in the retail sales areas of the city. Jeff's leadership in partnering with the Northshore School District and neighboring jurisdictions for co-locating capital facilities and exploring joint service delivery need to be expanded upon. Jeff remains committed to fiscal responsibility and economic sustainability. As an experienced City council member and 17 year Trooper of the Washington State Patrol, Jeff is prepared to take on the tough issues and is committed to honest and fair policy making for every citizen. CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: PO Box 266 Bothell, WA 98041-0266 TELEPHONE: 206.991.1836   Jeff Merrill List of Candidates | Local Voters Pamphlet Mike JOHNSON Bothell provides excellent police and fire services. However, there are other issues, which continue to threaten our quality of life. Among these are: pressures for high-density housing in residential neighborhoods, the proposed sewage treatment plant and the City's Street Plan. To effectively deal with these issues, Bothell requires new leadership. The foundation for my leadership in confronting these issues will be based upon my commitment for protecting our unique and strong family neighborhoods. I will also work aggressively to limit tax increases. Professionally, I manage Seattle's street design section, and have over 15 years experience in municipal public works. As a Bothell Planning Commissioner for the past 5 years, I have earned the reputation of being an honest, hard working leader for responsible growth and our quality of life. My wife Cindy and I, our children, Rachel and Benjamin, are actively involved in youth sports, PTA and other community activities. CAMPAIGN ADDRESS: 10302 NE 204 ST Bothell, WA 98011 TELEPHONE: 425.485.3918   Mike Johnson List of Candidates | Local Voters Pamphlet For more information about this King County Election page, contact: elections@metrokc.gov

Updated: September 06, 2001