Over the last few months, I've traveled throughout the 2nd State Senate district to meet with community leaders and talk about the issues we are facing in California.  It has been an amazing opportunity to revisit my own past and look toward our collective future.  While I grew up in Alameda County, I spent most of my summers working at my grandparents' general store on Highway 101 in Laytonville and our family vacations hiking, fishing and swimming in the state parks throughout Mendocino and Humboldt Counties.
 
I spent last weekend in Humboldt County, visiting Eureka, Arcata and Ferndale to meet with leaders and advocates in the community.   I attended the League of Women Voters' State of the Community luncheon, toured the bay with the Humboldt Baykeeper, and met with leaders from the First 5 Commission to discuss their innovative approach to early childhood development.  Despite the tough economy, I've seen firsthand how community leaders throughout the North Coast are using creative ways to do more with less - whether it's stretching education funding, protecting our coastline with limited resources, or pushing to increase civic participation.  I look forward to the opportunity to work with these leaders in the State Senate to make California work for us again.
 
To get there, I need your help.  Ballots will be mailed in just 10 days and there is more work to be done.  Please visit my website today at www.noreenevans.com to make a contribution to our efforts. Your donation will help us spread our message throughout the district and will fund our direct mail program.  You can also read more about my background and vision for the State Senate, sign up to volunteer, or endorse the campaign.

Thank you for your continued help and support.
 
Sincerely,