McEntire to seek re-election as Clallam County commissioner

County Commissioner Jim McEntire ()

County Commissioner Jim McEntire ()

PORT ANGELES — Clallam County Commissioner Jim McEntire today filed for re-election for a second four-year term representing the East End district.

McEntire cited his “excellent record” at promoting economic advancement in Clallam County as he filed his candidacy.

The Republican is a resident of north Sequim and is a former Port of Port Angeles commissioner.

He is a retiree of both the Coast Guard and the Federal Senior Executive Service.

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