Hello . . .

In Benton County our opportunities are many. So too, are our challenges.
Global influences and national and state policy choices affect our community every day. They also affect you in real terms of available financial resources, good jobs, access to health care, clean water, a healthy environment, efficient transportation and our economy.

The well-being of our community depends on each of us and it will require strong, experienced leadership to turn Benton County’s challenges into successes.

I am nearing the end of my second term of service to the residents of Benton County with a record of investment in our community. I am proud of my work with our committed Benton County staff and the excellent job they do for all us. Together we have enhanced the livability of Benton County and the efficiency of county government. Examples of advances we have made are:

• Opening healthcare clinics,
• Improving the budget process,
• Providing a forest education center,
• Replacing stream culverts for improved roads and water quality,
• Contributing to a regional plan for well-water nitrate reduction, and
• Reducing the taxes you pay for renting jail beds.

I continue to work with our local and regional partners on the issues of economic development and transportation and with our Legislature to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the services delivered through our county/state partnerships.

You elected me to do this job on your behalf and it has been my pleasure and honor to do so. I am asking for your continued confidence by returning me to office.

Sincerely,

Linda Modrell