I am writing to express my support for Tom Flynn for Redmond City Council and ask readers of the Redmond Reporter to cast their ballots for Tom in the upcoming election.

I have known Tom for six years, since my oldest son joined a soccer team that Tom coached for many years. Although my son was only part of the team for two years as the boys finished high school, most of the team had been together for many years. It was obvious that the players and their parents respected Tom’s leadership and guidance.

Since that first introduction to Tom Flynn, I have observed his commitment to the City of Redmond, first as a leader of the Redmond Arts Commission and then as a member of the Redmond Planning Commission. He has also demonstrated a commitment to broadening his understanding of our area through his participation in Leadership Eastside. I know from my own experience with Leadership St. Paul, Minn. that these programs allow participants a great opportunity to see and understand many facets of the regional community and how their individual leadership skills best serve the community. Each of these experiences will serve Tom and his constituents well as one of our elected City Council members.

I am pleased that Tom has chosen to run for Redmond City Council as his next step in serving his friends and neighbors throughout Redmond. He will be a fantastic Councilman and deserves your support. He certainly has my support.

Keven Smith, Redmond