I would like remind my neighbors on the Plateau that there will be an important election on Feb. 11 about the annexation of the area known as the Klahanie PAA into the city of Issaquah.

A vote of “yes” on the measure promises to bring lower property taxes to the area and will provide the Plateau with many badly needed services not provided by King County.

A vote of “no” will keep the area in unincorporated King county, things will remain the same – essentially “taxation without representation.”

I should warn you that a few days before the vote you can expect to see a flood of misinformation about this election; those against, will try to cast doubt about the annexation. Don’t listen to them, study the issues and then decide for yourself.

I’ve lived on the Plateau for over 25 years. I like Issaquah and want it to be my city. Issaquah has many desirable features for a city: stores, restaurants, theaters, a modern hospital, a post office, parks, and much more.

I will vote “yes” on the annexation and I urge you to do the same.

Butch DeVun, Issaquah