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"I worked closely with Marsha in the planning and facilitation of dozens of extremely complex public meetings with multiple stakeholders representing the rich diversity of interests in our region's populace. Without exception, Marsha was a consummate professional with a keen ability to understand multiple viewpoints, taking care to make sure everyone felt heard and understood. Her leadership will be a true and rare gift to La Plata County!"
-- Tami Graham
Community Leader
To the editor, Durango Telegraph
"As a nurse, I can’t think of a more important skill than listening. Marsha Porter-Norton has that skill in spades. Marsha has demonstrated the skill to listen and then distill the important wishes and needs of a group into a workable focus of common goals and action. I met Marsha during in the early 2000s, a time when basic health care for seniors, families and kids was sorely lacking in our county. The provider out of Alamosa, Valley Wide, had suddenly pulled out of La Plata County leaving many with no provider and no access to essential/ basic health care.
Our group, the Community Health Action Coalition, worked very hard to get these services back. I am happy to report there are now many options for everyone. Marsha has always been one of the calmest voices at the table. Since then, I have seen her as the facilitator at many meetings when the topic was contentious. Again, she remained the steady, even voice that sought out opinions and needs, but kept order and focus on problem-solving.
Can you think of a skill we need more in these polarized days? I’m voting for Marsha! I hope everyone will look into her work and volunteer history and see the skills and experiences she would bring to the table. She is for healthy communities and a strong, vibrant economy. You can find out more at: www.MarshaPorterNorton.com. The election is Nov. 3."
– Lynne Murison, Durango
"Marsha Porter-Norton is the perfect choice for La Plata County commissioner. I’ve known Marsha for over 20 years and found her to be an intelligent, dedicated and consummate professional. Marsha was born and raised in Southwest Colorado and her knowledge of the needs of our communities is essential to being a county commissioner. In this era of divisiveness, Marsha brings people together to keep our communities strong, healthy and cohesive."
Dennis A. Lum
Durango
Letter in the Durango Herald
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