And Here's Why..............
□ . More than 16 years experience
in world trade and the maritime industry
□ . Supported job growth to
more than 46,000 direct jobs in
□ . Kept the Port tax levy
low and decreased this year
□ . Making tough decisions
in the current economic downturn to keep the Port sustainable and growing for
the future
□ . Insuring increased
security for the Port
□ . Built strong relationships
with customers and state and federal partners
□ . Understands the complex
Port financial system and makes decisions to keep the Port financially
strong
□ . Known for world-class experience and first
class leadership
Here's some background on Connie:
Education: BA, Economics,
Journalism,
Occupation: Commissioner,
Place of Birth:
Professional
Qualifications: Currently Port Commissioner, 11 years; Executive Director,
World Trade Center Tacoma, 5 years; Special Assistant to Governor Booth
Gardner, 8 years; Corporate Public Relations Director, Consolidated Hospitals,
5 years; Small business owner, 7 years
Personal Information: Nearly fifty
years a resident of
Community Involvement: Tacoma/Pierce
County Chamber Board, Asia/Pacific Cultural Center, Governor's Economic
Development Commission, Frederickson Land Planning Council, RAMP (State
Transportation Committee for Transportation Policy), Economic Development
Advisory Board (Lakewood), Urban Waters Board, Advisory Board to UWT Port of
Tacoma Chair, Tideflats Rail Oversight Committee and
many art and cultural boards and groups.
Personal Views: As Port
Commissioner I have built a reputation as a public servant dedicated to
delivering real results for
Contact Connie at abacon8217@aol.com
or call 253-584-1433
I WILL APPRECIATE YOUR VOTE
IN THE PRIMARY ON AUGUST 18
MANY THANKS
!!!!!!