Meryweather has ethic of fiscal responsibility

Published 5:11 pm Friday, October 11, 2013

Alison Meryweather is the qualified candidate for election to be retained as a director on the Issaquah School Board.

Meryweather’s sense of personal responsibility for the wise and accountable use of “other people’s” tax dollars invested in our community schools is exceptional. Such an ethic of fiscal responsibility is essential to assure public trust in the Issaquah School District’s transparent management of almost $280 million in education funding.

In my decade of public service to our community in the Legislature; Meryweather’s character and capacity as an engaged parent and thoughtful educational advocacy leader distinctly stood out as the Legislature struggled through complex education reforms and adequate funding issues. Her direct involvement was a compelling example to others and had a significant influence on the successful enactment of those reforms and the consequent state Supreme Court decision to mandate full funding by the Legislature.

As a state representative I knew how easy it is for public money to get “redirected” away from our core expectations of student academic achievement, fair compensation for teachers and investing intransportation and facilities infrastructure. Meryweather’s strong sense of detail will assure taxpayers that every dollar makes a real difference.

Glenn Anderson, 5th District state representative, 2001-2013