HomeMy WebLinkAboutOther - Barbara Anne Sprague Emineth 2021Barbara Anne Sprague Emineth
501 Alder Avenue Laurel 598-4629
12/10/2021
cityclerk@laurel.mt.gov
City Council Seat Ward 4
My name is Barbara Anne Sprague Emineth. I saw on the City's website that there's a vacant seat
representing Ward 4 on the City Council. Please consider me as a candidate to fill that seat with this
letter. I meet the qualifications for this position in City Government, being a US citizen, a registered
voter, and having resided in Ward 4 for over forty years.
This past summer I had a crash course on how the legislative side of city government operates. I learned
how, with much patience and persistence, to bring about new revised City nuisance code which
eventually will improve my life as well as my neighbors.
In 2004-2006, 1 learned a lot about community service as well as fundraising, while working for the
Yellowstone Valley YMCA. I also ran a successful housecleaning business for seven years. I enjoyed being
of service to others in both of these positions. I was a garden club member for about 6 years and I
volunteered at the chamber of commerce running the farmers market for a few years.
I possess qualities which would serve the community well as a council person. I am honest, say what I
mean and mean what I say. I care deeply about all of Laurel's citizens and I am disappointed that a
percentage of our population hasn't been adequately represented for the last couple of years. I am well
respected and respectful of others. I take full responsibility for my actions, and am a good listener with
excellent observational skills. I remain mindful and present in the moment.
Laurel's Mission Statement reads: "The elected officials, appointed committee members, employees,
and volunteers are committed to developing and enhancing our community's quality of life while
preserving the City's unique character. We accomplish this by providing the best municipal services
possible."
Like all cities we have problems and we have issues which, as our population increases and we grow will
continue to be a challenge. I believe if the Council can open up to new workable solutions regardless of
where the ideas come from there is hope of attaining our goals. I would make a concerted effort to
reach out to the residents of Ward 4 as well as make myself available to either answer their questions,
or find those answers, knowing that's part of the job of an elected official. Last but not least, I work well
with others, and hope to be a good colleague to the other Council members in our service together.
Please feel free to contact me at cell phone number 406-598-4629, or by email at basecme@vahoo.com
or my mailing address: 501 Alder Avenue
Sincerely, Barbara Anne Sprague Emineth