Letter: If you want your voice heard, vote for Drotzmann

Published 3:00 am Wednesday, April 24, 2024

I support Dave Drotzmann for state senator in District 29. My relationship with Dr. Drotzmann started 16 years ago when he hired me as an optometric assistant in his local small practice. I quickly came to realize that he has the experience and insight to make wise decisions when it comes to supporting our local businesses.

Hermiston has experienced rapid growth under Dr. Drotzmann’s leadership. As mayor, has been instrumental in making a difference and continues to strive to make improvements for our community.

My father, Eddie De La Cruz, also worked with Dr. Drotzmann as former president of Hermiston’s Hispanic Advisory Committee (HAC). Together, they built a committee where members of diverse backgrounds felt comfortable bringing their issues to the community for help and support. We finally had a voice, and Dr. Drotzmann allowed us to be heard.

Dr. Droztmann’s commitment and leadership as Hermiston mayor has helped to provide families like mine with better schools, nice parks, safe streets and healthy churches. He was a valuable partner helping our local churches organize the “I Love My City” event, which has grown from 70 volunteers when it started in 2016 up to 600 volunteers spreading the love of God in our community.

As a mom, business owner and member of the Hispanic Advisory Committee, I want to be sure we have someone like Dr. Dave Drotzmann who will listen and understand our needs. Dr. Drotzmann has shown he will represent us effectively in Salem.

Jessica De La Cruz

Hermiston

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