Candidate for
Board Member; Rosedale Union School District

September 5, 2002

Mr. Tony H. Lomas
14309 Tierra Blanca Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93312

Dear Mr. Lomas,

I am pleased to endorse your candidacy for Board Member of the Rosedale Union School District. As Rosedale Union School District includes constituents in Ward 4, which I serve as city councilman, I believe it is vital that well qualified individuals step up and become involved with their community.

Schools are of primary importance in developing the tools our children will need to succeed in life, and contribute to the Bakersfield of tomorrow. I know from my own interaction with you that you are a parent with a commitment to your children's education. Your professional qualifications as a certified public accountant make you the type of candidate, which will serve the community with reason and insight.

If I may be of any assistance, please call me.

Sincerely,

David Couch, City Councilman Ward 4