Editor, Daily News:

The outcome of the Aug. 26 primary election was for me a directional sign as to where we need to go for the next four years.

For those of you who voted for me, thank you for your support and confidence in my ability as the District 5 commissioner. And for those of you who did not vote for me, I pledge to work even harder in the coming years to meet your needs; and I am inviting you to join our campaign team as we prepare for the general election on Nov. 4.

A special thanks to my wife of 42 years, Mary Ann, who has assisted me through four campaigns. I ask for her patience for another several weeks.

On Nov. 5, I will close down campaign headquarters and Mary Ann will get her dining room table back.

Thanks to the 250-plus campaign workers and our many contributors who have enabled me to get our message out to the public.

Thanks also to Roberto Alonso, who proved to be a worthy opponent, for stepping forward to run. For a newbie in the world of political campaigning, he did well and I am looking forward to developing a working relationship/friendship with him.

Jim Coletta, Golden Gate Estates