Integrity Confidence Independence

By Frederic D. Windisch

I have extracted the following from the candidate statement, and some amplifying remarks. I will regard it an honor for any person examining these comments to contact me, to reinforce my commitments and justify your beliefs.

A local resident for more than 40 years, a sound and safe feeling retains me in this area. As a homeowner, craftsman and investor there are manifold possibilities; but it is important to renew opportunities for all of our community. Leadership needs to be formed in the interests of all persons for the city to gain benefit. With nearly 20 years military experience, this kind of guidance is second nature.

Let's add to the usual education or elderly issues; school conditions, housing and a focus toward new threats to public safety. Enhance recreation, volunteerism, with after school participation. Expand the Friendship Square concept, perhaps in the form of a Town Center.

In the past weeks there have been many opportunities to interact with the voting public. All of these have been a rewarding experience, with the support for a successful campaign growing each time. It became clear on December 6th, the day I was certified to run in this election, that residents of this area are not heard by those persons in the positions that should be listening. As I introduced myself one by one to individuals, we often conversed about something that troubled them here. The issues were both recent and long past, but a common thread runs through them right to this minute. A cross section would include;

• Codes that seem to be unevenly enforced.
• The unbroken criminal element.
• Landlords that fail to maintain property.
• The elite attitude of those who have lost support of the public in general but are kept in place by special interests.
• An alarming reduction of Bellflower stature when compared to cities of the immediate area and the increasing negative image that generates.

The most important quality I offer then would be integrity. I function in an environment unhampered by special interests other than what would be appropriate and honest, and beneficial to as many as possible. I will continue to reject any advances by self serving groups with so many negative aspects. My best strengths in this capacity are personal communication, a proven willingness to serve and the ability to speak and think from the input of all citizens.