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Have a fun weekend!
Filed under Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Laramie County, Wyoming
A response to a letter published 10/26/2010 in the WTE was sent to the Editor last night:
“We must respond to Jean Bixby’s October 26th letter to set the record straight for the voters. Ms. Bixby gave a completely inaccurate and uniformed opinion of the Board of Equalization’s operations and Wendy Soto’s experience as Executive Secretary…”
See the full letter here — dated 10/27/2010.
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County candidates: Oil development, website could use some attention
Wyoming Tribune
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Clerk of District Court
Democratic candidate Wendy Soto emphasized her fresh perspective while longtime deputy clerk and Republican Sandy Landers touted her experience.
Gerrie Bishop is retiring at the end of the term in early January as Laramie County Clerk of Court.
“I do not want to walk in (Bishop’s) shoes — my feet are too big,” Landers said, and then laughed.
Landers indicated she wouldn’t be a Bishop clone. The two didn’t always agree and they have different managerial styles.
Landers said the office takes a special kind of customer care because the people who come in are almost always upset. Many are dealing with things like criminal matters and child support.
Soto said she has plenty of relevant experience: she’s worked as paralegal for attorneys and served as administrator of the state’s tax appeal court.
“Trust me, if people are upset about anything, it’s taxes,” Soto said. “I deal with a lot of people struggling with difficult issues themselves.”
She also pointed out that when Rita Meyer became state auditor, she had no experience as state auditor. And Dave Freudenthal was elected with no prior governor experience.
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Filed under Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Information, Laramie County, Local election news, News, newspaper, Wyoming
October 23 – November 2 (ELECTION DAY)
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Filed under Announcements, Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Laramie County, radio, Wyoming
I want to again thank the League of Women Voters for organizing this event and providing me with an opportunity to talk with the voters of Laramie County.
For months now I’ve been referring to the campaign as the longest job interview I’ve ever had. As an interviewee my job is to convince you, the voters, that I am the best person for the job. I am confident this is the case.
I have the experience, energy and education to serve you in this position of public trust. I have 20 years of experience as a legal professional, over 10 of those years as a court administrator. I’ve worked, raised a family, and pursued an education. I have an associate’s degree in Paralegal studies, a bachelor’s degree from UW and I am pursuing a master’s in public administration. The combination of my experience and education as a court administrator and as a paralegal are an ideal background for this office.
This is the first time in 33 years the voters have had a real opportunity to hire someone new for this office. After over three decades of the same administration, a new set of eyes and a fresh approach to the operations of the office will benefit everyone concerned. My education, depth of work experience and the ability to bring that fresh set of eyes to the office clearly sets me apart from the other candidate.
The Clerk’s office will be implementing a new case managements system in the next two years. I have experience with a project of this nature, having designed and implemented a case management system for the State Board of Equalization. If you hire me I will be able contribute my experience toward completion of this project.
I am also prepared to review and evaluate the budgets for the Clerk’s office. I’m fiscally conservative and will put your public funds to the best possible use, while ensuring all statutory requirements of the office are met.
I will maintain an open door policy, and handle your concerns personally. I take the title of public servant seriously in my current position and I will continue to do so as Clerk of the District Court. It is my goal that every customer of the clerk’s office will walk away feeling the office has been courteous, respectful and helpful.
Let me say again, I have the experience, energy and education to serve you as the next Clerk of District Court. I’ve worked very hard the last few months to earn your votes, I assure you I’ll work even harder for you if you hire me. I need your vote on November 2.
Thank you.
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This speech was given on Wednesday to the League of Women Voters and again on Thursday to the South Cheyenne Community Development Association.
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Filed under Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Laramie County, Wyoming
Week ahead (Oct 10 – 15):
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Filed under Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Laramie County, Meet and Greet, Wyoming
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You’re invited!
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Date: Sunday, October 3, 2010
Time: 1:00—5:00
Location: Lions Park gazebo next to the Community House
What: Join us for burgers and dogs, purchase raffle tickets, listen to music, visit with friends.
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Lunch is free ~ donations accepted.
Come join us in supporting Wendy in her quest to become the next Clerk of the District Court.
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Filed under Announcements, Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, donate, Election, Laramie County, Meet and Greet, Wyoming
Buy a chance to own this beautiful quilt fashioned and donated by Debbie Smith. The purple theme matches the Purple Machine. Support the candidacy of Wendy Soto for District Court Clerk. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The drawing will be held October 23, 2010. Tickets will be available at the Meet the Candidate BBQ on Oct. 3rd — or mail or call to buy yours today!
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Sponsored by the Committee to Elect Wendy Soto. Mail or call to buy tickets today!
Filed under Announcements, Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, donate, Election, Laramie County, Wyoming
Friday 9/24
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Saturday & Sunday 9/25 – 9/26
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Monday 9/27
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Contribute to Wendy’s campaign via PayPal!
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Filed under Campaign, Cheyenne, District Court Clerk, Election, Laramie County, Meet and Greet, Wyoming
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CHEYENNE — Already made your pick on who should be the next governor? Cast your ballot ahead of time, starting today.
That’s the way of nearly half of Laramie County voters, according to County Clerk Debbye Lathrop.
Absentee voting will be held the atrium of the Laramie County Governmental Complex, 309 W. 20th St.
Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The last day of absentee voting in the atrium is Nov. 1.
Voters can register anytime, on site and on Election Day.
Registered voters also can vote from home. Ballots must arrive at the Laramie County Clerk’s Office by 7 p.m. Nov. 2 to be counted.
Not sure if you’re a registered voter? No problem: In Wyoming, you can take care of that at the polls.
Those who are waiting until Election Day can find their polling place on the website of the Laramie County Clerk’s Office: www.laramiecountyclerk.com/elections.aspx.
Races this year for voters in Laramie County include two seats apiece on the Cheyenne City Council and Laramie County Commission. Voters also will decide if the commission should be expanded from three to five members.
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