John McCowen, Second District Supervisor in Mendocino, Just Announced He Will Not Run Again

John McCowen [Photo from the Mendocino County website]

He posted on Facebook just before 8 p.m.,

Good evening, everyone. Following the Board of Supervisor’s meeting today I issued the following statement:

“For over thirty years it’s been my honor to serve the people of Ukiah and of Mendocino County. During this time I’ve served on the Grand Jury, City and County Planning Commissions, City Council, Board of Supervisors, numerous associated boards and committees and community non-profit organizations.

I am humbled and deeply grateful for having the opportunity to serve, for all the support I’ve had over the years, and for all the encouragement I’ve had to run for re-election.

Two weeks ago, instead of being in a Board of Supervisors meeting in Mendocino, I was in the Emergency Room in Ukiah. It was the first Board meeting I’ve missed and it also served as a reminder of how completely I put the demands of public service ahead of my personal interest.

But after a great deal of reflection I realize that I cannot continue to give 100% of my time and energy to doing the job while simultaneously campaigning for the job. Therefore, I am announcing today that I will not be a candidate for re-election on March 3. Instead, I will continue to work hard doing the best job I can for the people of Mendocino County for the balance of my term.”

John McCowen
Second District Supervisor
November 19, 2019