I’ve known Brad Rasmussen as a respected law enforcement leader for years even as law enforcement in the country was going through shrinking budgets and changing public expectations. His leadership was always fair-minded, progressive and profound.

It takes an understanding of complex budgets; hiring and leading professional department leaders; long term planning; and public accountability to be an effective county supervisor.

Brad has demonstrated this capacity in his appointed career and we are fortunate he still wants to give back to the community as an elected leader.

I strongly support and vouch for his wisdom, abilities and good character.

Jim Steele is the former District 3 supervisor for Lake County. He lives in Clearlake Oaks, California.