I personally want to say that my proverbial hat goes off for all of those that have served, wanting to and currently serving the city of Black Diamond or any political position for that matter. Offering up unlimited amounts of time and energy can be quite the sacrifice at times, especially considering the current political condition of Black Diamond.

I want to take a minute and offer up my influence in earning your vote for Keith Watson. As my family and I have lived in Black Diamond since 2003, we have always and like so many others, enjoyed that small town feel. After having the opportunity to get further involved on a handful of occasions we then had the opportunity to meet the elders of the town that have not only lived here for dozens of years but have passionately served Black Diamond for just as many, and all of it without seeking to be in the limelight or wanting the recognition so to speak. I consider these people to be the backbone of our community. Keith Watson is one of them — his roots go deep in Black Diamond and I easily consider him one of the elders who has the city’s best interest at heart, this is why I would encourage your vote for Keith as our next mayor.

When it comes to the position of the mayor, we want someone that has experience but more importantly the discernment and intuition in helping the government body make the right decisions as to the growth of Black Diamond. Keith has already proved himself as the people’s advocate, go spend some time with him and you’ll have a chance to see the scars of servitude on his hands.

You want a wise mayor, right? Wisdom comes through experience, again, I would encourage your vote for Keith Watson as our next mayor.

William Saas

Black Diamond