Former Mayor, Community and Business Leaders Endorse Jon Stehle for City Council

Release, Jon Stehle for City Council:

With the City Elections two weeks away, former Mayor John Mason, community and business leaders from across the City have announced their endorsement of Jon Stehle for City Council. Mayor Mason noted with two open seats in the upcoming election, the City is at an important turning point. “There are key strategic decisions that will be made over the next two years,” Mason said. “Jon should fill one of those seats. He’s a pragmatic strategic thinker. He understands where we need to go – ensuring a strong economic base while retaining a sense of community. Jon will help the Council move forward.” 

Ellen Brouwer, vice-chair, Board of Zoning Appeals echoed her support. "I will vote for Jon Stehle for one of the two open seats on City Council. Jon's professional background will assist in critical decisions that will maintain City services while keeping our budget trim. He has built a strong homeowners association on the western edge of the City -- we need a voice that has this perspective. With a young family, he wants to protect the small city community we enjoy while ensuring a solid future in the region." 

In addition, Allen Griffith, former City Council Member and School Board Member; Dale Lestina, President of the City of Fairfax Renaissance Housing Corporation; Gary Rasmussen, former City Council Member; Mary Jo Rasmussen, former member Commission on Aging; Hildie Carney, Member of Historic Fairfax Incorporated; Penelope "Penny" Rood, former School Board Member; Tom Ross, former Chairman of the Planning Commission; Jesse Travis, General Manger of the Meat House; and Craig Smith, Co-Owner Twins Ace Hardware have all announced their endorsement of Stehle for City Council.

“I am very honored to have the support of these community and business leaders” shares Stehle, “I take their willingness to endorse me very seriously and will work to maintain the level of services that make our City great while focusing on smart development to ensure a strong economic base for the future.”

Jon will be hosting an “In the City with Jon” event on Sunday, May 4 from 1-3 pm at Kutner Park (rain or shine). Please feel free to stop by and meet Jon and his family as you make your final selections for the next team of six on Council. For more information on Jon please visit www.jonstehle.com or contact Jon directly at jon@jonstehle.com.