Just registered for the Guthrie Clear Water Ride

My wife and I just registered for the Guthrie Clear Water Ride, which is a bicycle tour around Guthrie, Ok. May 16th http://www.guthrieclearwaterride.com/ The Clearwater Ride is a group of concerned citizens that is working to help pay for the new water treatment plant being built for the citizens of Guthrie and the surrounding area.

I'm the new city councilman!

Citizens of Ward I,

Thank you so much for electing me as the new city council man of Ward I!


I beat the incumbent vice mayor by 37 votes: 252 to 215.

I'm excited to represent you! If you have questions or issues, don't hesitate to email me.

John

Dear Ward I neighbors

Dear Neighbors in Ward I.

This week I have knocked on more than 400 doors and I have more yet to do. However, I have to get back to work after a week off for spring break.

I want to make sure to talk to everyone I can.

So please, let me know if you have any questions or issues. You can email me at dr.john.wood@gmail.com.

John

Update on walking door-to-door

Neighbors in Ward I,

Just an update on what I'm doing right now.

I have walked door-to-door in Ward I since Friday the 13th.

I have focused on precinct 307 and have knocked on more than 100 doors so far in my third go around in the ward.

Since Friday, I have placed nearly 20 new signs.

I've really enjoyed talking and getting to know folks.

If you have questions for me or issues in the ward, please let me know.

Thanks,
Dr. John Wood

Pats on the Back vol. 1

Tonight I attended the Guthrie City Council meeting, and I shared the following "Pats on the Back" with the Council and audience.

"I have two quick things to say.

One, I want to recognize Erin Dorio, the Election Board Secretary, Shelen Winscott, the Assistant Secretary, and Judy Fariss, the Clerk. The Election Board team did a great job conducting a smooth primary election.

Second, I also want to acknowledge Sue DeCharme, chair of First Capitol Neighborhood Solutions. She has office hours at city hall on the second floor, from 11 am to 3 pm, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The First Capitol Neighborhood Solutions is about creating organized neighborhoods in an effort to reduce crime, increase property values and increase communications between the city and the citizens of Guthrie.

I am the vice chair and co-founder of First Capitol Neighborhood Solutions, but we wouldn't be here if it wasn't for the hard work of our fine Board: Martha Young, Pam Williams, Z Thomas, Gary Weeks, Frank Krusemark, Lester Branch, Rene Spineto and Jim Hanke.

If you want to organize your Guthrie neighborhood, please call our office at 282-0880."

Primary Results are in!

First, a big thank you to everyone who helped with the campaign so far. The results indicate it is a close race, so your support surely made a major difference in tonight's outcome.

Despite the inclement weather, the Guthrie Ward I election had a turn out of 282 voters. Here are the results:

• Hehn 132/46.8%


• Wood 89/31.6%


• Fortney 61/21.6%

This means Guthrie will hold a general election on April 7 for the Ward I City Council seat. The ballot will include the incumbent and myself.

Press Release-February 10, 2009

Wood Advances to General Election

-Primary Results Place John R. Wood in top 2 for City Council Seat

GUTHRIE-While no one candidate won outright, John R. Wood, along with the incumbent, will advance to the April 7 general election for Guthrie City Council Ward 1 seat.

On February 10, 282 voters cast ballots. Wood solidly secured his place in the upcoming general election with 32% of the votes.

“I am very pleased with the primary results,” said Wood. “It is very exciting to move on the next election.”

Wood said he is running for office because he has a strong commitment to community service and is eager to play a role in making Guthrie a better place for all its citizens.

“I met personally with many residents leading up to the primary,” said Wood. “I look forward to continuing to meet my Ward 1 neighbors to learn more about how we can build a Guthrie where we ‘reside with pride.’”

Currently, Wood serves the City of Guthrie as secretary for the Guthrie Transportation Authority and vice chair of the Guthrie Park Board. He also co-founded and now serves as vice-chair for First Capitol Neighborhood Solutions. The group promotes higher property values, lower crime and easier communication to city officials.

Learn more about John R. Wood and his campaign for Guthrie City Council at woodforguthrie.blogspot.com.

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