Ben revives with know-how

Ben Stuckart has served the city he loves, with distinction, for the past eight years as Spokane’s City Council president.

Ben’s efforts as City Council president have resulted in targeted investment programs that have revitalized the Perry District, North Monroe and the East Sprague neighborhoods. Walkable and vibrant neighborhoods are the life blood of any successful city and Ben has made that a priority during his tenure on the City Council.

Ben’s efforts were also instrumental in the passage of the Riverfront Park bond and street levy that have resulted in improved streets and a revitalized Riverfront Park.

Like all cities, Spokane faces challenges, but unlike his opponent, Ben has a plan to deal with these issues and understands the complexities and nuances involved in solving these problems. Ben is an unabashed policy wonk and understands that the hard work of governing mostly takes place when the television camera lights are off.

Ben has served our city well over the past eight years. Please join me in voting for Ben Stuckart so that he might continue to move Spokane forward as our next mayor.

Shane D. Smith

Spokane