Your Editorial Board endorsement for Everett Port Commission District 2 correctly highlights Mark Wolken’s “extensive experience in project planning,” his track record of practical problem-solving, and his skill in fostering cooperation between business and local government. But you missed the boat when you identified his leadership with “stability” rather than “change!”
Mark Wolken is a restless, creative and innovative problem-solver. He has proven his skills over decades, bringing economically attractive and environmentally sustainable projects to our area. He has a deep understanding of business, transportation, and environmental enhancement.
I have worked with Mark for many years — notably, on redevelopment of the former Asarco Everett smelter site. Collaborating with other state and local leaders, Mark was instrumental in that surprising success.
Mark was a key player in developing the public/private partnerships that now make up our regional solid waste management system. He led development of the state-of-the-art Cedar Grove composting facility on Smith Island, and has been responsible for solving environmental issues related to the Everett Riverside Development.
If voters want “change” on the Everett waterfront — meaning job-creation with environmental enhancement and more public access to shorelands, they can’t do better than send Mark Wolken as their change-agent to the Everett Port Commission.
Clint Stanovsky
Everett
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