Town Elections are usually overlooked by the majority of residents in communities across America. Maybe voters feel that A Town Council is of little import, or perhaps that the body of the council is nothing compared to the High Politics of State and Federal Government.
However neither of those arguments or beliefs holds water, for that which is closest to home tends to have the greatest impact on our daily lives. To ignore or neglect town elections, you as a citizen place the governance of your community at risk. The people running for office in towns all across this state will, if elected, be making decisions on such things as, Zoning regulations, Budgets and spending, and ordinances that regulate you the citizen directly. I believe there is no greater Duty for voters of any community than to look to their own first by participating in local elections.
That being said, this Tuesday June 10th is of great importance to the citizens of Gray, as their town council has two 3 year seats and one 1 year seat available. All of the candidates have their Pro’s and Con’s but I feel that there are three who stand out above the rest and who can reign in the tax and spend budget put forth by the current Council.
First and foremost is Dick Walls; Dick is running for the one year seat against Phil Pulsifer and Tracy Scheckel. Dick is an avowed fiscal conservative with a 27 year background in finances with Chrysler Financial Corporation. He has lived in Gray these 20 years past and cares deeply for the well being of the community. Mr. Walls got my vote the last time he ran in 2005when he came up to me outside the polls and introduced himself whilst all the other candidates ignored the people filing inside. Dick will serve the Town and people of Gray with an unassuming and open manner that is much needed in the councils make up. He will work hard to readjust the 18.61% increase in the budget and get the towns priorities back on track. So when you are in the booth, remember, Dick Walls for the one year seat, he won’t spend your tax dollars wastefully to be sure.
Next is Andy Upham, Andy is an incumbent for one of the three year seats. He is currently vice-chair of the council and has served our community for the past three years with integrity, determination and intelligence. Andy was one of the two current councilors who voted against the budget on the grounds that it is shortsighted and does not promote the best interests of the Town. He has been steadfast and vigorous in his advocacy for the people of Gray. Andy has 25 years in the Telecommunications business and has shown nothing but a strong fiscal conservative voting record these past three years. His quiet respectful way of discussing topics is not to be mistaken for lack of strength when he believes strongly about an issue. He will tell you what he thinks, not what you want to hear, but always with a respectful and patient tone, or so has been my experience thus far. As I admire this last quality very much, I am voting for Andy as I hope you will as well.
Last, but most definitely not Least is Marchain “Skip” Crane. Skip is another incumbent on the current council and like Andy voted against and expressed dissent over the new budget. Mr. Crane worked hard to reduce the tax burden of the citizens as well increase efficiencies, and improve services. He is another person who not only understands business, as he is a small business owner himself, but also grasps the falling real estate market and the subsequent value of our homes. Skip Crane will continue to work hard for the people of Gray if re-elected, by using his experience, intellect and common sense. Skip is a Fiscal conservative who believes strongly that we the people of Gray deserve more from our council. He has my vote, as I believe he should have yours too.
The people of Gray have a great opportunity this Tuesday with this election. By voting for, and hopefully electing, these three fine men, the citizens of our fair town can take a stand for common sense, integrity, and responsibility. As the rest of the State wanders down the path of financial chaos, Dick Walls, Andy Upham, and Marchain “Skip” Crane will help us “look to our own” by being responsible and forthright. We need not follow the path of ruin that the tax and spend policies of other communities have gone down. Please come out and vote Tuesday June 10th and help us bring the light of reason to our town.
Slainte’
Blighter
However neither of those arguments or beliefs holds water, for that which is closest to home tends to have the greatest impact on our daily lives. To ignore or neglect town elections, you as a citizen place the governance of your community at risk. The people running for office in towns all across this state will, if elected, be making decisions on such things as, Zoning regulations, Budgets and spending, and ordinances that regulate you the citizen directly. I believe there is no greater Duty for voters of any community than to look to their own first by participating in local elections.
That being said, this Tuesday June 10th is of great importance to the citizens of Gray, as their town council has two 3 year seats and one 1 year seat available. All of the candidates have their Pro’s and Con’s but I feel that there are three who stand out above the rest and who can reign in the tax and spend budget put forth by the current Council.
First and foremost is Dick Walls; Dick is running for the one year seat against Phil Pulsifer and Tracy Scheckel. Dick is an avowed fiscal conservative with a 27 year background in finances with Chrysler Financial Corporation. He has lived in Gray these 20 years past and cares deeply for the well being of the community. Mr. Walls got my vote the last time he ran in 2005when he came up to me outside the polls and introduced himself whilst all the other candidates ignored the people filing inside. Dick will serve the Town and people of Gray with an unassuming and open manner that is much needed in the councils make up. He will work hard to readjust the 18.61% increase in the budget and get the towns priorities back on track. So when you are in the booth, remember, Dick Walls for the one year seat, he won’t spend your tax dollars wastefully to be sure.
Next is Andy Upham, Andy is an incumbent for one of the three year seats. He is currently vice-chair of the council and has served our community for the past three years with integrity, determination and intelligence. Andy was one of the two current councilors who voted against the budget on the grounds that it is shortsighted and does not promote the best interests of the Town. He has been steadfast and vigorous in his advocacy for the people of Gray. Andy has 25 years in the Telecommunications business and has shown nothing but a strong fiscal conservative voting record these past three years. His quiet respectful way of discussing topics is not to be mistaken for lack of strength when he believes strongly about an issue. He will tell you what he thinks, not what you want to hear, but always with a respectful and patient tone, or so has been my experience thus far. As I admire this last quality very much, I am voting for Andy as I hope you will as well.
Last, but most definitely not Least is Marchain “Skip” Crane. Skip is another incumbent on the current council and like Andy voted against and expressed dissent over the new budget. Mr. Crane worked hard to reduce the tax burden of the citizens as well increase efficiencies, and improve services. He is another person who not only understands business, as he is a small business owner himself, but also grasps the falling real estate market and the subsequent value of our homes. Skip Crane will continue to work hard for the people of Gray if re-elected, by using his experience, intellect and common sense. Skip is a Fiscal conservative who believes strongly that we the people of Gray deserve more from our council. He has my vote, as I believe he should have yours too.
The people of Gray have a great opportunity this Tuesday with this election. By voting for, and hopefully electing, these three fine men, the citizens of our fair town can take a stand for common sense, integrity, and responsibility. As the rest of the State wanders down the path of financial chaos, Dick Walls, Andy Upham, and Marchain “Skip” Crane will help us “look to our own” by being responsible and forthright. We need not follow the path of ruin that the tax and spend policies of other communities have gone down. Please come out and vote Tuesday June 10th and help us bring the light of reason to our town.
Slainte’
Blighter
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