Garman withdraws from Shasta’s District 5 race, endorses Gallagher
Former Shasta supervisor Tim Garman has pulled out of the race for District 5, a seat currently held by Shasta County Board Chair Chris Kelstrom. Garman has endorsed Mike Gallagher, a current Anderson City Council member.
Citing commitments to his church, business and various community service organizations, former Shasta supervisor Tim Garman has withdrawn from his race for District 5 supervisor.
He’s endorsing Mike Gallagher, who currently sits on the council for the city of Anderson. Shasta County Board Chair Chris Kelstrom has also announced a campaign to maintain his seat in District 5.
Garman said in a press release yesterday that the decision to withdraw from the race was difficult for him but made based on the demands of his current responsibilities.
“My heart is to serve the people,” he said in the release. “However, being the pastor of a growing church — Happy Valley Community Church — along with running a business and serving on several community boards requires significant time and attention. I believe District 5 deserves a supervisor who can fully devote the time needed to respond to every call and email.”
His decision comes just weeks after Gallagher announced his intention to run for the role. Garman used his announcement to endorse Gallagher, though only in broad terms.
“District 5 needs someone who can give the role their full attention, and I believe Mike Gallagher is ready to do that. While I’m stepping back from the race, I’ll be supporting Mike and wish him the best as he moves forward.”
Garman’s decision narrows the race for District 5, making it more likely that either Kelstrom or Gallagher could win the majority vote needed to secure the seat during the June primary.
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Mr. Garman was elected to the Board during difficult times. I disagreed with some of his earlier votes. However, he recognized that the County was heading to disaster and he changed his voting pattern. He served as an honest and responsible Supervisor, and his decision today reflects that.