As president of the Clear Lake Key Property Owners Association, I had the opportunity to observe both the candidates for District 3 county supervisor at our recent neighborhood forum.

After watching each candidate answer questions from local residents, I am giving my personal endorsement to Denise Loustalot for supervisor.

Her experience as a city councilwoman and mayor of Clearlake, chair of the East Region Town Hall and the owner of 2 local businesses gives Denise the needed skills to turn the county around and help resolve long-standing local problems with crime, code enforcement and road repairs.

Denise Loustalot has earned my vote. She will make an excellent county supervisor for the residents of the Northshore.

Michael L. Herman lives in Clearlake Oaks, Calif.