The Times - Serving Waitsburg, Dayton and the Touchet Valley

WALLA WALLA – Don Gibbard (R) moved to Walla Walla 28 years ago because the mix of agricultural, natural resources, recreational activities, and municipal experiences makes it a place where families can succeed.

Prior to his work in telecommunications, Gibbard served 16 years as an ordained pastor and says that experience prepared him to work with a diverse set of expectations and opinions which are as present in county government as they are in the church.

He has actively supported the community through volunteer service and leadership and says he learned years ago that a good leader is defined by what he gives, not what he gets. Gibbard wants Waitsburg voters to know that he is committed to community.

"Whether it is Waitsburg, Walla Walla or any part of the county, if we are not working together we are working against each other. As County Commissioner, I will work to bring the county, city and state leaders together to build trusting relationships, develop good communication and promote progress in our communities," he said.

"I see the position of County Commissioner as another way I can be a Community Servant, helping make this county a place where families and businesses want to locate," he added.

Learn more at http://www.electdongibbard.com