20060915 KDDC Mike Zimmer September 13 2006 press release

Mike Zimmer September 13 2006 press release

September 15, 2006

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Press Release: The Day After the Primary 09/13/06

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PRESS RELEASE 9-13-06

Based on returns published by the Election Board, it would appear likely that I was the third place finisher for the Republican Primary for Commissioner. I am hopefully optimistic that these numbers will carry me through a review of absentee ballots.

Assuming that hope is realized, I plan to engage in a comprehensive countywide General Election campaign. I take nothing for granted.

This primary experience has been a pleasure. I’ve made many new friends and gained a new appreciation for different aspects of our County.

I greatly appreciate the campaign efforts of all other candidates. While the campaign was at times spirited, it was issue focused.

To my fellow challengers, I say, "Thanks for a fantastic effort and for bringing some important questions to the public debate." To Commissioner Perry Jones I say, "Thank you for many years of dedicated and selfless service to the people of Carroll County."

To my fellow primary winners, I extend a hand of cooperation and mature communication. I consider myself a teachable person. I’m sure there is much Commissioners Gouge and Minnich can teach me in terms of operating County Government.

On the other hand, perhaps there are some improvements with which I can assist them. I am confident that I can be a bridge, relationally and philosophically, to the Senators and Delegates who represent Carroll County in Annapolis.

I’m confident that I can bring a fresh perspective to our many challenges. I know that my legal background has equipped me with abilities to probe and dig and make sure all relevant facts come to light prior to making a decision.

Whoever the voters select as my fellow Commissioners, I’m confident that we will be able to find common ground. I’m confident that we will focus on completing the people’s business. I’m confident that we will focus on bringing good jobs to the County through improved economic development.

I’m hopeful for a cooperative relationship with the Board of Education and a renewed focus on targeting spending initiatives to the classroom. I’m hopeful that we can expand tax relief for homeowners.

These will be my campaign issues between now and the General Election in November. I ask for the support of all voters regardless of party and regardless of who enjoyed their primary support.

I wish to thank my dedicated volunteers. I didn’t have the most volunteers in this primary, but their faithfulness and cheerfulness in this election season more than made up for their relatively smaller numbers.

I especially want to thank my Treasurer, Kent Johnson, for going above and beyond. There are others who are deserving of thanks, but I think I’ll let those other expressions be handled privately.

Finally, I wish to thank everyone who voted on September 12^th, regardless of party or who enjoyed your support. I especially appreciate those who touched the screen for Zimmer. I appreciate that support. I will work hard to earn the votes needed to win in November.

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MICHAEL D. ZIMMER
"A Leader Who Listens"

Authority Friends of Michael D. Zimmer. Kent Johnson, Treasurer.