I knew Monica Rosenthal before she started campaigning for District 1 supervisor so I wasn’t surprised when she was chosen as our 2015 Woman of the Year.

Monica has served our community in numerous ways including volunteering to assist those affected by the fires. She was our District 1 planning commissioner, and is a member of several community service groups. She has experience working within our local government.

Monica’s endorsements include a diverse mix of supporters. If you look at her campaign funding disclosure documents, you will see that her contributions come from a variety of friends, neighbors and people who know of her 20-plus years of service and commitment to our communities.

On the other hand, her opponent, Mr. Simon, has received campaign contributions totaling $27,500 from three sources – Robert Rosette, Attorney at Law, Ariz; Middletown Indian Rancheria, Twin Pines Pomo Indian Tribe, Middletown; and the CA Nations Indian Gaming Association, Sacramento.

Mr. Simon has stated he will not step down as the Middletown Rancheria tribal chair should he win this election. I see that as a conflict. I want our next supervisor to commit 100-percent to the duties he or she is elected to do.

Monica is ready to serve 100-percent as our District 1 Lake County supervisor. She has the experience and dedication to our district and our county. Her focus is fire recovery, economy, and the health and well being of our communities and our environment.

Please join me in voting for Monica Rosenthal.

Sandy Bayles lives in Hidden Valley Lake, Calif.