As a longtime resident and business owner in Auburn I have seen many changes in our city government, both good and bad. One of the constants I have had the privilege of knowing is Councilmember Nancy Backus.

When I first met Nancy she was president of the Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant, and I saw her dedication and commitment to the program and the young women in our community. Since that time, I have watched her give countless hours, many years of her life, to this city while being employed full-time and raising a family.

There are few people among us who work so hard for their community and are truly focused on building a better city for us all. Her experience on the city council, in all aspects, cannot be overlooked. They have prepared her to understand the problems that face our city and the best answers for them.

While always being her own person, with strong convictions, she has the great ability to listen to all sides and know when compromise is needed. She is a decisive leader with fresh ideas while still having the background knowledge of what it takes to lead this city.

I feel the best choice the citizens of Auburn could make is to elect Nancy Backus as our next mayor and that we will all be the better for it.

Please remember, your vote does count.

– Candy Cutler