Support for Kit
“In working with Kit on the Washington Family Legacy Park inititiative I have found her to be intelligent, energetic, effective, and tremendously dedicated to preserving the Washington Family Legacy and other elements of Jefferson County's rich heritage. She values and understands those critically important environmental and human qualities that, with good stewardship, will make Jefferson County a better place to live, not only for today's citizens but for the generations to come.” Curt Mason, president of Friends of Happy Retreat
“Kit sees Jefferson County's enormous potential for economic development. She understands that through the promotion of our vast historic and cultural resources, we can balance growth, preservation, and quality of life. … Having worked with Kit on local preservation issues, I've witnessed her ability to build consensus among differing factions. She sees the big picture and can focus people on the goal.” John Allen, Chair of the Jefferson County Historic Landmarks Commission
“For the first time, I have someone who's inspired me to vote.” Margarita Edmondson, small business owner
“Conserving farmland to protect our future food supplies requires new ideas and a proven ability to think out-of-the-box. Kit McGinnis is a breath of fresh air to county governance—please support her!” Peter Fricke, Farmland Protection Board
"I support Kit McGinnis because of her forward thinking, overall commitment to improving the quality of life for residents and desire to establish a unique economic blueprint for Jefferson County.” Bryan Derrickson, DoD Program Manager and local entreprenuer
“Kit is one of the finest decision makers I have worked with. Repeatedly, I have seen her get her facts straight, get broad consensus and then make things happen.” Paul Pritchard, President, National Park Trust
“I've known Kit McGinnis personally since our oldest children were infants. I trust her as a person—she has the integrity and intelligence to lead this county in the right direction. But that's not all—she has a solid, unbiased background both in urban planning and business. She's the strong, smart leader we need.” Melissa Kowalski, mother and teacher