Commissioner Mark Harmon nominated Elaine Davis and then withdrew it and reserved the right to bring it back on 4B. Commissioner John Schmid was asked by his original intended nominee not to due to possible violation of the Sunshine Law, this forcing Schmid to nominate former County Commissioner Scott Davis. Commissioner John Griess nominated Richard Cate. Commissioner Greg Lumpy Lambert nominated Lee Tramel.
On the roll call vote. Cate received 9 Davis 4 and Tramel 4. Commissioner Jordan changed her vote from Davis to Cate giving Cate 10 Tramel 4 and Davis 3. Thus selecting Richard Cate.
After reviewing this information. I asked Greg Lumpy Lambert about his nomination for Tramel but his vote for Cate. He said he felt better about Tramel on the other ballot.
Richard Cate will be an excellent Commissioner. He has the experience of following County Government, a business background and some common sense and will serve as a voice of the people.
