San Bernardino Councilman, community and Republican activist Neil Derry announced that he is running for Supervisor in the 3rd District for 2008 against incumbent Dennis Hansberger.

"It is time for the 3rd District to get the leadership they deserve," said Councilman Derry. "My experience as a Councilman, working in local government, and serving as a community volunteer gives me the background to make the tough decisions and be a voice of reason for the constituents on the Board of Supervisors."

Councilman Neil Derry

Neil Derry was first elected to the office of San Bernardino City Council, in 2001 and was re-elected in 2005. He was previously a Planning Commissioner with the City of San Bernardino. While serving in these roles, he has been a fiscal conservative, championing a cut in business license taxes and utility taxes.

"Neil is going to run one of the strongest campaigns that this district has ever seen," said Derry Spokesman Mike Richman. "Neil already has a huge base of support throughout the 3rd District, and will gather fundraising and endorsement steam in the coming months, which will make not just a challenger, but a frontrunner."

Derry has retained the consulting services of Mike Richman and Betty Presley as his Treasurer.