Letters

To the Editor: A few days ago the Republican candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman circulated an “attack mailer” purporting to set forth "The REAL Reemsnyder record."  Portraying Bonnie Reemsnyder in an ominous black and white photo and misstating her record, the piece typifies the sort of disinformation we see in negative, dishonest campaigns elsewhere.  It also foreshadows … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Correcting Carter’s Negative Mailer About Reemsnyder

To the Editor: As the Reemsnyder/Nosal power duo readies for its third victory, I think back how true leadership reversed trends perpetuated by their predecessors. Old Lyme had become accustomed to a barrage of lawsuits from numerous lake and beach residents; all of them no-win for the town. The coastal areas were driven to pollution status by town laws supposedly authored … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Reemsnyder/Nosal Listen to Residents, Implement Improvements

To the Editor: I am pleased to write this letter to inform fellow voters how Cathy Carter's many years of experience in government service have prepared her for the job of Old Lyme First Selectman. Cathy earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in public management with a concentration on municipal government.  In the early 1980's, she served in two consecutive … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carter’s Extensive Government Service Supports her Candidacy

To the Editor: The Republican campaign literature purporting to compare the candidates for First Selectman is so misleading that one wonders if the authors understand our community at all.    Similarly, the Republican Town Committee has blatantly violated town party custom by posting campaign signs at locations other than their campaign headquarters.  The Old Lyme Democratic … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Democrats Accuse Republicans of Breaking Long Observed “Gentleman’s Agreement” Regarding Political Signs

To the Editor: Misinformation is circulating in Old Lyme regarding First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder’s positions on sewers.  The facts are as follows. In 2012 the DEEP concluded that some Old Lyme beach communities had a pollution problelm and ordered the residents to find a solution.  In 2013 the town commissioned an engineering study to evaluate alternatives.  The … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Misinformation Abounds on Sewers; Reemsnyder Supports Best Plan, Needs Re-election

To the Editor: I am writing in response to a letter sent in by Bennett “BJ” Bernblum on the 25th. Contrary to what BJ Bernblum would have you believe, there is no "expiration date" on a Master’s degree.  The fact is, Cathy Carter has 15 years of experience working in positions of responsibility in municipal, state, and federal government.  To suggest as a working mother, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Challenging the Challenges to the Carter Candidacy

To the Editor: As a member of a beach community in Old Lyme, I feel it necessary to correct some misinformation that is circulating in connection with the upcoming Board of Selectman election. Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder has been, is, and will continue to be supportive of our efforts regarding sewers. To state otherwise is false. It is imperative that all voters seek … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Misinformation on Reemsnyder’s Record on Sewers Widespread, Get the Facts & Re-elect Reemsnyder

To the Editor: I am writing to endorse Tim Griswold for the position of Treasurer of Old Lyme in the upcoming election.  Tim served the Town of Old Lyme as First Selectman and as a  member of the Board of Finance  for over two decades.  When he left his position as First Selectman, he left the Town finances in the very best position possible. The Town finances were built up … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Outgoing Old Lyme Treasurer Endorses Griswold as his Successor

To the Editor: Cathy Carter is running against Bonnie Reemsnyder for First Selectwoman in Old Lyme.  Letters in LymeLine have cited three reasons to support Cathy: her education, her experience, and, apparently, her opposition to state involvement in town projects.  I take issue with each of these points. 1.  Cathy took college courses in public management and public … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Challenging Three Reasons Cited to Support Carter

To the Editor: What is happening in Old Lyme? I just learned that our local police recently have filed 6 grievances against the Old Lyme First Selectwoman. It is my understanding also that each grievance will cost the town in legal expenses. Is it also true that the town police have filed a total of 15 grievances against the First Selectwoman in the past 16 months?  Is it … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Number of Police Grievances Suggests New Leadership Needed at Town Hall

To the Editor: In the many years I have lived, worked, and served on a number of boards and committees in Old Lyme, I am aware of one fact; there are many very smart people living in our town. That would include our friends at the beaches. Together, we can solve our problems and address our challenges without turning to the State and other municipalities; such as New … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carter Will Find Local Solutions

To the Editor: I met Cathy Carter shortly after our family moved to Old Lyme when our daughter joined the freshman lacrosse team Cathy coached. Cathy instilled value in our girls. I respected her leadership skills then and I still do today. As our town’s leader, I believe she will bring the same ethics to Old Lyme Town Hall. Cathy has a BA in Public Management and an MPA in … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carter Will Bring Strong Leadership Skills, Ethics to Town Hall