County Commissioner Randy Neatherlin and Port of Allyn Commissioner Ted Jackson are locked in a highly contentious election.

Looking back eight years with Commissioner Randy Neatherlin—and forward at the challenges we face—it is incredibly important that we continue to benefit from his experience, commitment, and accessibility to all the residents and businesses of Mason County.

Mason County Commissioner Randy Neatherlin has betrayed the public trust with his secret push to establish a 66-acre GRUMP Gravel Pit in a residential zone on North Shore Road near Belfair. He told pit opponents that his purpose was to “grease the wheels and get things going” in recommending the GRUMP proposal. Randy repeatedly pressed county staff to support the project, asking them “How do we get to yes?”

I am disappointed to see that the local paper and mason web tv have printed such incredibly libelous opinions against County Commissioner candidate Ted Jackson insinuating that he is somehow involved with a “mob” or some sort of “ mob rule” conspiracy theory.

When it comes to this year’s selection of County Commissioner, the choice is clear; keep this effective incumbent, Randy Neatherlin! With all due respect to others who have served before, I have NEVER seen a more effective, more dedicated and engaged public servant in the 42 years I’ve lived in Mason County. Randy exemplifies what an elected should be, a constant advocate for his county and all of his constituents.

Commissioner Randy Neatherlin supported by Democrats and Republicans alike stood against the largest tax increase in Mason County history. Cutting the budget during our recent revenue shortfall kept the county solvent.
Randy prioritized public health to fight the COVID 19 pandemic keeping everyone safer. He even hand delivered 1000 masks to a possible Belfair hot spot.

Barring a direct hit from an asteroid, Kevin Shutty will be a Mason County Commissioner for another four years. But it won’t be Mr. Shutty’s failure to lead, budget manipulations or lack of business acumen that ascend him to a second term; it will be because he’s running unopposed.

Mason County Commissioner Randy Neatherlin at recent potentially riotous protests in both Shelton and Belfair calmed the restless crowds and deescalated several potentially violent altercations. As a peace keeper and not a protester, he carried a BE KIND sign and reminded everyone that “this is our home and we wouldn’t go to your home and damage it”.

Why would anyone be against the Waterwheel Park, which would become the first real park in the Belfair UGA? This Park and expanded trail network, including an ADA fishing pond, would be a beautiful attraction for all ages.

The Mob: A small group of individuals are spreading lies and misinformation to try to assassinate the character of Commissioner Randy Neatherlin. These tactics seem to be nothing new in politics today.