Condescension is not a trait of an effective and welcoming city council. And it was on full display at Tuesday’s candidate forum.

From the current mayor having the audacity to suggest that voting for him would keep the other councilwoman in her seat for two years, to the obvious look of boredom on the face of the other incumbent, it’s clear that new voices are needed.

Jacque Guinan offers voters a chance to change the face of the Sandpoint city council. She’ll truly represent all the constituents of Sandpoint, not just a chosen few with whom she agrees.

Jacque loves Sandpoint, and she pledges to address the crisis that is the sewage plant, to address the bloated budget, to respect the needs of area businesses and residents, and to prioritize their needs over vanity projects.

It’s your opportunity to bring balance to a city council that is clearly lacking in diversity.

Please vote for Jacque Guinan on Nov. 5.

JASON GIDDINGS

Sagle