Quick thoughts on televised debate

On Saturday morning, I was honored to be a moderator for the League of Women Voters televised forum for Elk Grove City Council candidates.
In one sentence, I wanted to describe my thoughts of the morning and the candidates' responses.
I will begin with District 1:
Imcumbent Jim Cooper was passionate and expressed his desire & reason to be elected well.
Challenger LaWanna Montgomery had difficultly maintaining focus and did not explain her positions in-depth.
In District 3:
Challenger Greg Higley, owner of the UPS Store, was a no-show.
Incumbent Mike Leary stuck to his normal emphasis points - he feels he's done a good job the past eight years.
Challenger Steve Detrick had a few feisty moments, but is clearly not a polished public speaker.
In District 5:
Challenger Bob Felts was emphatic that he has the qualifications to be a council member.
Incumbent Sophia Scherman made her case, but she had a cold and it affected her speaking.
Challenger Khanh "K.T." Tran continued to promote his green-tech plan to bring jobs and industry to Elk Grove.
Challenger Katherine Maestas spoke honestly about her personal life, and seemed very well prepared to speak.

I want to thank all the candidates who showed up for the event; as well as the fine folks at the League of Women Voters. This was my third time moderating the forum and all three have been a great experience.

Jeff Forward
Editor