Meet our Contributors
Get to know the people with the pen. Our goal is to keep all of our neighbors connected and informed. We will do our best to share what's happening in meetings, explain what we know and why it matters, and make productive policy recommendations based on best practices.

Elle Burger
I believe strong communities are built through listening, collaboration, and
empowerment.
I’ll prioritize open communication by keeping information accessible and timely, ensuring everyone has a voice and the context to participate meaningfully. Doing my job well means you can be part of the conversation—and even change my mind.
With 10 years in community organizing and project management, I’ve developed a reputation as a “problem solver” and collaborator for asking questions, checking data, and connecting people to solutions.
Together, we can care for our lake, our urban forest, and one another. Strong community
connections make our stewardship stronger—when we listen, share, and act together, we’re better able to preserve our lake’s ecosystem.

Evan Clifthorne
Two years ago, I was honored to receive your support to help promote the ‘summer
camp vibe’ my siblings and I were lucky to experience growing up in Ken Lake. I
hope to keep helping others experience the joy of this beautiful community that I
fell in love with as a child.
After two years of listening, it’s clear as ever the best way to do that is by working together to find balanced solutions that take
everyone’s voices into account. As a neighborhood and as a board, we should
prioritize being of service to each other. I am committed to building a community that gives rise to lifelong friendships between neighbors and our children, and a
robust Care Committee helps get us there.
Let’s give this and the next generation
the gift of a safe and vibrant village where we choose to connect, support, and lift
each other up.
Learn More About Our Candidates
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Ken Lake Homeowner
Whitney Kershner
"I believe in positivity and kindness. When you show up real and authentic, there’s no reason to need to defend anything. I believe in togetherness over divisiveness. And fundamentally the friends of Ken Lake, have the right ideals, morals, and empathetic listening skills that it takes to be leaders in this community."

Ken Lake Homeowner
Jhessail Quinn Haithcock
"A grandparent, musician, avid hiker, and software engineer of 24 years, Quinn values nature, togetherness, transparency, & open-minded listening."

Ken Lake Homeowner
Al Hatten
"I have been a strong advocate and volunteer for the health of Ken Lake for the past eight or nine years. Since the development of the Comprehensive Lake Management Plan it has been a challenge to achieve the objectives and goals of the plan unless the HOA board and community take an active interest and engagement"

Ken Lake Homeowners
Evan & Alex Clifthorne
"I’m a friend of Ken Lake because I want people to take care of each other in this community. We need transparency, kindness and a long term vision!"

Ken Lake Homeowners
Craig & Elle Burger
"We're new here, and already have found a solid community we our girls can grow with. We are ready to contribute and do the work to protect this vibrant neighborhood."

Ken Lake Homeowners
Merritt D. Long and Marsha Tadano Long
"Let's add 'Community' to the Ken Lake Board -- more involvement of the community, especially when board vacancies occur; more consulting with our community, and transparency in board decisions."

Ken Lake Homeowners
April & Chris Potts
"We want a neighborhood that balances community with compliance... with neighbors helping neighbors. These candidates support transparency, integrity, and community."

Ken Lake Homeowner
Donna Virgilio
"There is no inherent benefit in doing something a certain way merely because it has always been done that way. Time for change!"

Ken Lake Homeowners
Michael & Lucy Clifthorne
"We love Ken Lake and so does our family! We are hopeful for a board that will be open and respectful to all."

Ken Lake Homeowner
Susan Baker
Susan is a longtime neighbor who supports Friends of Ken Lake!
Tell us why you support the Friends of Ken Lake!

Ken Lake Homeowner
Tory Tjersland
"A 51-year Ken Laker HOA veteran with clear-headed ideas for improving both LCC governance and community engagement."

Ken Lake Homeowners
Gretchen & Dan Strear
Gretchen and Dan are new neighbors who support Friends of Ken Lake!
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