To the editor,

The deadline to vote is here. Many folks will have voted early, by mail, ballot drop box or in person at the county office.

Tomorrow, if you haven’t voted, please take a bit of time and go to your polling location to vote in person. Voting is your right, and the only way to see that right preserved is in your hands.

Since and before I was elected to the Maricopa City Council, I’ve wanted to serve my fellows — to give people a voice. That desire to serve has not been limited to just those living in the city.

I’ve run into a lot of folks who also want to serve other people, as well. Not just good people running for office like Ross Teeple for sheriff, Teresa Martinez and Chris Lopez for State House, and T.J. Shope for State Senate, but others — including people outside of my political party, and people who have nothing to do with politics. I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and will have.

I don’t consider myself a politician, but a public servant. But I need your vote to get into office and bring a sense of honesty, integrity and service back to the office of Pinal County supervisor in our district. I promise I’ll be here to serve you. If you already voted, Thank You! If you voted for me, a BIG thank you!

But if you haven’t already done so, please take the time to vote. It’s important, no matter who you vote for or what issues you do or don’t support. Only you can preserve that right.

Sincerely,

Rich Vitiello, Cobblestone Farms

Republican nominee for Pinal County supervisor in District 1