Pierce County Auditor, Julie Anderson, receives four key endorsements

Julie Anderson receives endorsements from the Pierce County Central Labor Council, Master Builders Association of Pierce County, the Tacoma-Pierce County Association of REALTORS and the National Women’s Political Caucus of Washington.

TACOMA, Wash. – May 21, 2010 – The Pierce County Central Labor Council, Master Builders Association of Pierce County, the Tacoma-Pierce County Association of REALTORS and the National Women’s Political Caucus of Washington have chosen Julie Anderson as their candidate for the Pierce County Auditor’s office in this 2010 election. Anderson’s hard work and nonpartisan administration have earned her a reputation for accountability, integrity, and exceptional customer service, throughout our community:

The Pierce County Central Labor Councilis a county federation of labor representing over 50,000 members of 85+ unions throughout Washington.

“Since taking office, Julie Anderson has improved the way essential government services are provided to the citizens of Pierce County.  Julie has brought professionalism, transparency and accountability to the Auditors office while delivering the highest level of customer service.  The Pierce County Central Labor Council is pleased to once again endorse Julie Anderson for the position of Pierce County auditor,” said Pierce Central Labor Secretary Treasurer, Patty Rose.

The Master Builders Association of Pierce County is comprised of more than 825 builder and associate builder member companies employing over 8,000 people in Pierce County.

“Julie Anderson has proven herself to be a fair, fully capable, and strong County Auditor, and MBA is proud to support her reelection this fall,” stated MBA President Gordon Neu.

The Tacoma-Pierce County Association of REALTORS has been the voice of real-estate in Pierce County for over 100 years.

“Julie Anderson has an outstanding background in organizational management which will serve her well in carrying out the multiple missions of the County Auditor’s Department,” said George McGilliard, 2010 TPCAR Government Affairs Chair.

The National Women’s Political Caucus of Washington is a multi-partisan grassroots membership organization dedicated to increasing the number of women in elected and appointed office at all levels of government.

“We are proud to have endorsed Julie Anderson for County Auditor.  Julie is a strong leader and a tireless advocate for all of the residents of Pierce County and her work to improve the efficiency and transparency of the Auditor’s office provides easier access for women and families to county services,” stated NWPC Pierce County Local Co-Chairs Amy Pivetta Hoffman and Monique LeTourneau.

“To receive support from so many diverse perspectives is truly an honor. I work hard to represent many interests – business, labor, and every political party. This small collection of endorsements tells me that I’m headed in the right direction.”

Anderson was elected as Pierce County Auditor in November 2009 during a special election. Now, in 2010, Julie campaigns for a four year term to ensure that County residents continue to receive the best elections, recording, animal control, and licensing services.  Anderson brings fair and practical leadership to Pierce County government, as well as the management experience to run an efficient, innovative office.