Dear Editor:
Rick Davis deserves another term as Treasurer. The fact that some will not support his re-election bid is not a reflection of the quality of Davis’ work or his role in the community.
In reviewing Davis’ work as Treasurer, it is undisputed that he has done an excellent job. He has reduced the budget of the office while increasing its efficiency. The efficiencies include reducing staff by nearly 8% and decreasing the cost of printing tax bills by $200,000 over his first term. He has also improved the investment strategy of the county, earning 2 million dollars in interest income, and almost doubling the notice period for receiving tax bills. Property owners have Davis to thank for the more than 30 days they now have between receiving their tax bill and it being due. Davis also embodies professionalism with a very helpful and courteous staff. There is simply no reason to change Treasurers. Davis has more than earned a second term.
As to Davis role in the community, he has a track record of which to be proud. For many years, Davis has given both his time and money to support local organizations. From National Night Out to his own neighborhood association to the Coalition of Inner City Neighborhoods, people who know Davis see him as an honest man and a champion for a variety of causes. We could all learn something about honor and determination from Davis.
As someone who is active in the community, I look for a time when performance can be placed above party. Although Democrats are squarely behind Davis, Republicans and Independents can rest assured that a vote for Davis is a vote for good government.
Sincerely,
Stephanie Brinkerhoff Riley
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