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W. Ralph Perkins for Garfield County Commissioner 🏔️🇺🇸 To my friends and neighbors across Garfield County, Today, I am officially announcing my candidacy for Garfield County Commissioner. I’ve spent my entire life in this county, and I know both its strengths and its challenges. I’m running because our commission needs steady, experienced leadership — someone who respects our past and is prepared to lead us into the future. Why I’m asking for your vote: • Proven Leadership

🏔️ Building a Garfield County Our Kids Can Call Home Garfield County isn't just a place on a map—it’s our heritage. But for our children to stay and raise families here, we need an economy that works year-round, not just during tourist season. I’m W. Ralph Perkins, and I’m running for County Commissioner to ensure the next generation has a seat at the table. 📉 The Reality We Face: • The Seasonal Gap: Unemployment jumps from 4% in the fall to 16% in the winter. • The "Out-Mi