Jason, I was taken back by your sarcasm.  I have been in the role of a 
challenger.
I too had to wade into papers and research to answer questions.  I did not 
expect
the incumbent to provide my materials.  I researched the issues using available 
public
record and information I found in Board (City Council) reports etc.  I even 
asked other 
incumbents to explain materials.

Before I ran, I had ten years of neighborhood and appointed Board experience.  
I 
was able to use my experiences to actually develop the positions on issues.  I 
know
having actual experience is old fashioned to many in our community.  However, 
this
provided a depth of knowledge I needed to research the issues.

I would urge you to build on your experiences.  Contact other Board members and 
experts in the community.  

Tony Scallon
Longfellow
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