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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Friday – Saturday / September 17 – 18:
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Have a great weekend!
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WE WON THE PRIMARY for Laramie County Clerk of District Court! Now we are off to the general election on November 2, 2010. You have made this campaign successful and my election bid real. Thank you for Vote Soto parties, displaying yard signs, canvassing neighborhoods, contributing financially and voting.
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Throughout the primary, the Vote Soto team toured Laramie County in an effort to raise awareness for the campaign. We attended Albin Days, Burns Days and Trail Days parades, and Friday Nights on the Plaza, not to mention all the Frontier Days activities. I have been on Channel 13 TV, given speeches at the Juneteenth celebration, the Laramie County League of Women Voters pie social, and there are many more events planned as we continue to work diligently to earn the support of Laramie County voters. Many of us have been walking neighborhoods to meet voters face to face and will keep at it as we approach the general election on November 2, 2010. Each hand I shake and brochure left on a doorstep is another opportunity to let Laramie County voters know what I will do for them as District Court Clerk.
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This final stretch will be a real head to head challenge. I promise you I will work even harder, reach out to more voters, volunteers, and donors, all those who provide the support to make this campaign a success. Your invaluable additional assistance will get us all the way and we will win this race. You can help in a number of ways: financial contributions, canvassing neighborhoods, sponsoring advertising, writing letters to the editor, or attending events with brochures and sporting a “Vote Soto” t-shirt.
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Contributions can be mailed to:
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The Committee to Elect Wendy Soto
PO Box 4254
Cheyenne, WY, 82003
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Donations are also accepted by credit / debit card on the Contact / Contribute page
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As a token of appreciation, the first thirty supporters who donate $30 or more will receive a “Vote Soto” T-Shirt as shown here:
Front Back
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If you are interested in volunteering for this exciting campaign, please contact Wendy at Wendy.Soto.DCC@bresnan.net or Susan Lewis at Susan.Lewis@gowyo.com.
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To learn more about the campaign please look around the website, which is full of information highlighting my goals for the office. Additional information about me can also be found at the following websites:
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With the continued support of Team Soto, we will win this campaign and lay the foundation for a modern, streamlined, more customer friendly Clerk of the District Court office.
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With heartfelt thanks,
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Wendy
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CHEYENNE – Democrat Wendy Soto will face Republican Sandy Landers in the Nov. 2 general election for the Laramie County Clerk of District Court’s seat.
Soto, who currently serves as the executive secretary for the State Board of Equalization, won the Democratic seat with 1,884 votes to Andrea Vosler-Reed’s 1,645 votes.
Vosler-Reed said Soto ran a good campaign and she “wish(es) her all the luck in the world.”
Tasos Kallas came in third with 424 votes. He could not be reached for comment Tuesday night.
Landers ran unopposed in the Republican race.
Soto said Vosler-Reed has been a great opponent, and she’s looking forward to the general election.
“I am very pleased with the turnout and very… (continued)
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1) Write a letter to the Editor in support of Wendy
2) Volunteer to attend events and distribute materials
3) Volunteer to canvas your neighborhood (or other neighborhoods) with Wendy
4) Host a meet & greet/fundraiser
5) Place an advertisement in the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle, Trader’s, Pine Bluffs Post or the Cheyenne Herald (here’s how):
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* 1×1 advertisement in the Pine Bluffs Post is $7.00
* 1×1 advertisement in the Trader’s is $8.87
* 1×1 advertisement in the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle is $22.50
* 1×2 advertisement in the Wyoming Tribune-Eagle is $45.00
* 2×2 advertisement in the Cheyenne Herald is $36.00
Sponsor an ad by using the PayPal “Donate” button here or go to the Contact / Contribution page and call, email, or write to the The Committee to Elect Wendy Soto and the ad will be set up for you.
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(for $135 you can place this color ad in the Wyoming Tribune Eagle)
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Be sure to check out the “Laramie County Clerk of District Court” section below! The following is directly from the Wyoming Tribune Eagle – Wyomingnews.com:
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People often ask me what the Clerk of the District Court does.
1) To keep and maintain the records and books of the court, to receive all cases filed, properly record and attend to those cases, and have the care and custody of all the records, seal, books, papers and property pertaining to the Clerk of Court office or of the Court he or she serves. This includes all records and files in criminal cases.
2) To receive, account for and pay all money that may come into the possession of the court according to law, and under the orders or decrees of the court, with some exceptions.
3) To attend the sessions of the Court and perform the duties relating to the office, such as the calling of jurors and the operation of the courtroom while in session.
4) To perform all other duties relating to the office which are required by law or the rules and practice of the courts.
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As you can see by the types of cases and records above, it’s vital that the Clerk understands the difference between public and confidential records, and the significance of public access to government records. [Public Records Act, Wyoming Statute Section 16-4-201 et. seq.]
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When I was a paralegal working for private practice attorneys, I often searched public records in an attempt to gain insight into, or recreate events from the past. I researched county records, bankruptcy records, school district records as well as the records of the district court. From first-hand experience doing this research, I understand the significance of professionally maintained public records and the importance of having the ability to access such records quickly.
As a manager of public records for the State Board of Equalization, I brought my paralegal experience with me. My philosophy about records management is that I’ve been entrusted with the responsibility of managing records for the public. The record must be complete, accurate, detailed and inclusive. In fifty years, when a researcher wants to look at the records, it should be easy for them to understand the events surrounding those documents.
Additionally, I’m trained on the management of public records through the State Records Center and have studied the Public Records Act in the MPA program at UW extensively.
(Cross-posted from Wendy Soto for District Court Clerk: Facebook / Discussion)
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