PORT ANGELES — An incumbent saying, “Experience counts” faced a challenger offering “a new generation of leadership” Monday in the race for Clallam County Public Utility District commissioner.
Attorney Hugh Haffner, who has served in the position for 14 years, spoke of “making sure our ratepayers get the best shake.”
Communications company owner Bob Jensen cited his family’s holding various offices in Clallam County since settling here in 1887.
“To me, this is a public service position,” he said.
The position pays $16,800 per year, plus per diem and travel expenses.
The candidates for the Sequim-area District 2 seat spoke before the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce weekly luncheon meeting.