Friends,

My experience over the last five years serving as a Mayor and City Councilwoman has taught me that with strong leadership we can flourish in tough economic times. During this period, and over the years, you have known me as an unwavering advocate for Jobs, Education, and Environmental Protection, as well as someone willing to stand up to the status quo and move us forward.

With encouragement from supporters and after careful consideration, I have decided to seek the District 1 San Mateo County Supervisorial seat being vacated by Mark Church.

In these difficult and uncertain times, San Mateo County has yet to reach its potential; with San Francisco to the North and Silicon Valley to the South we have the people, knowledge and resources to lead the way to a brighter future. The time has come to find innovative solutions to generate growth and protect you and your tax dollars.

This will undoubtedly be a highly competitive race with strong candidates vying for this seat. Our campaign will take to the streets and the airwaves, to homes and businesses, and to coffee shops and farmers markets. We will need your help to communicate our message that a new era of responsible governance and common-sense leadership is at hand.

Your commitment to support, endorse, and volunteer can make all the difference.

I grew up in San Mateo County, care deeply about our community, and am committed to public service. With your help, together we will make it happen.

Sincerely, Gina Papan