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Spence has strong organizational, planning,
and communicative skills, and can be counted on
May 7, 2018
7 May 2018

To the Editor:

I am writing this letter in support of Terry Spence for County Commissioner.

I first met Terry Spence approximately nine years ago when I was the Patrol Agent in Charge of the Bonners Ferry Border Patrol Station and he was the Commander of American Legion Post 55. Mr. Spence used to coordinate events with me and eventually got me involved in the Legion. As a member of the Legion, I once again worked closely with him.

We can always rely on him, sometimes on short notice, to be available when we are called upon to provide a firing party and taps for a veteran’s funeral. He is key in coordinating our local Memorial Day Parade, Memorial Day Services, and Veterans Day Ceremonies. He is always willing to talk to youngsters at our middle and high schools about the military and of the educational benefits available. As part of the American Legion Post 55 Executive Board, Mr. Spence has supported our first annual Post 55 Scholarship to two graduating Bonners Ferry High School Seniors, provided financial support to our Local Boundary County Robotics programs, and assisted local veterans. During the winter when the indoor range is open on Fridays, he willingly volunteers and serves as the range safety officer and assists new shooters.

Over the years of working with Mr. Spence it is apparent that he has strong organizational, planning and communicative skills. He gladly gives up his time to volunteer and serve his community. He is a problem solver and is willing to make tough decisions. I am confident that the skills he has learned in his military and civilian careers will be an asset to this county if he is elected to be one of our commissioners.

Manuel Figueroa
Bonners Ferry
 
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