Rachel Lord

Contact information:

rachelforcouncil2017@gmail.com
907-435-7209

Candidate’s Statement (reproduced exactly as submitted):

Candidate Statement – Rachel Lord

Homer is a vibrant small town with an economy bolstered by fishing, tourism, and social and health services. People live and do business in Homer often for the high quality of life. This can be defined in so many ways – being close to family, natural beauty, access to fishing and hunting, strong community and spiritual connections, recreational opportunities, freedom and independence. My husband is a life-long Homer resident, and together we are raising two Homer-born daughters. We each also own and operate small businesses.

I have enjoyed working and volunteering here as a cross country running coach, ‘Big’ for Big Brothers Big Sisters, board member at the Kachemak Heritage Land Trust and Homer Farmer’s Market, and Commissioner on the City’s Economic Development Commission. I sit on the Cook Inlet Harbor Safety Committee and work as the Executive Secretary for Alaska’s Harbormasters Association. I am the facilitator of a statewide derelict vessel task force. With my background, I sincerely appreciate the nitty-gritty details and diverse viewpoints behind every City Council decision. With your support, I look forward to serving on Council, supporting long-term and year-round economic stability, public safety, and a vibrant quality of life for all Homer residents.