To the Editor:
I write in strong support of our Tax Collector, Judy Tooker, for re-election on November 3rd. Old Lyme relies on these taxes to pay for our schools, services, and public safety – so whoever is collecting them needs to be reliable and Judy is. Her track record of collecting over 98% of Old Lyme’s taxes year after year is a testament to her work ethic and her consistency. Judy is clearly committed to ensuring taxes are collected quickly and efficiently and she has done an outstanding job, so there is no reason to change the course now.
Judy is a proud, lifelong Old Lyme resident who has built up so many strong relationships with people of all walks of life. Her love of Old Lyme can be seen through many aspects of her personal life. Her children and grandchildren all live in Old Lyme and Judy can frequently be seen supporting local organizations such as the OLFD, the Lymes’ Senior Center, and all of her grandchildren’s school activities. Our town’s sustainability means the world to her and it makes me feel better knowing we have someone so dedicated to us collecting our taxes.
I hope you will join me in casting a vote for Judy Tooker (4B on the ballot) for another term as tax collector – she’s earned it.
Sincerely,
Lisa Knepshield,
Old Lyme