To the Editor:Recent events in our nation’s Congress, including the chaos and paralyzation caused by the Republican majority’s inability to govern, serve to remind us that our voice is crucial in protecting our republic. It is imperative to exercise your right to vote armed with knowledge and serious contemplation of the issues you care most about. As one former … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘All Politics Are Local’, Vote Democratic Slate to Elect Candidates With ‘Steadfastness to Put The People’s Interests Before Their Own’
Letters
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect ‘Invaluable’ Mary Powell St. Louis to Region 18 BOE for Lyme, She Offers ‘Executive, Medical, Family, Lyme Community’ Experience
To the Editor: As an unaffiliated voter, I take a lot of time to research each candidate I vote for. Although time consuming, this research fine-tunes my critical thinking so I come out with a solid decision. I do not take any cues from our national political parties. I have spent countless hours researching the two candidates for election to one of Lyme seats on the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect ‘Invaluable’ Mary Powell St. Louis to Region 18 BOE for Lyme, She Offers ‘Executive, Medical, Family, Lyme Community’ Experience
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Planning Chair Supports Incumbents Gaudio, Willis to Continue in Their Roles, Both are “Great Assets” to Commission
To the Editor: The Old Lyme November 7th ballot includes voting for two incumbent members of the Planning Commission. Barbara Gaudio (U) has lived in Old Lyme for three decades and brings to the Commission business experience, including experience with commercial real estate. Donald Willis (R) is a 4th generation resident of Old Lyme and has extensive … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Planning Chair Supports Incumbents Gaudio, Willis to Continue in Their Roles, Both are “Great Assets” to Commission
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker Has Required Skills to be Old Lyme First Selectwoman; ‘a Quick Study, Passionate,’ Determined to Address Issues for Benefit of All
To the Editor: It is without hesitation that I write to endorse Martha Shoemaker’s candidacy for First Selectwoman of Old Lyme. Martha has served the people of Old Lyme the past 2 years as a Selectwoman and from observation, has dedicated herself to maintaining the community and character of Old Lyme while always looking forward. Martha is my wife’s oldest and dearest … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker Has Required Skills to be Old Lyme First Selectwoman; ‘a Quick Study, Passionate,’ Determined to Address Issues for Benefit of All
Letter to the Editor: Hunt is Objective, Careful, Conscientious Decision-maker; After Six Years as Alternate, Elect Him to Old Lyme Board of Assessment Appeals
To the Editor: I strongly recommend electing Peter Hunt to a regular position on the Old Lyme Board of Assessment Appeals. What are the qualifications needed for the job? In my view they are fairness, intelligence and thoughtfulness. You will not find anyone who embodies those qualities better then Peter. Having served six years as an Alternate on the BOAA, Peter is fully … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Hunt is Objective, Careful, Conscientious Decision-maker; After Six Years as Alternate, Elect Him to Old Lyme Board of Assessment Appeals
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Row B for ‘Trustworthy Town Stewards’, Who ‘Always Search for Consensus and Compromise’
To the Editor: Did you know? An unprecedented 30% of the Democratic endorsed ticket, 6 candidates on Row A in the upcoming 2023 Old Lyme municipal election are married couples! One of the three couples are running for positions that directly control the town’s purse strings. This roster is from the party that sounds off constantly about diversity and transparency. Let that … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Row B for ‘Trustworthy Town Stewards’, Who ‘Always Search for Consensus and Compromise’
Letter to the Editor: Elect Fogliano to BOE; She Has Prodigious Talents, Will Maximize Tax Dollars With Common Sense Approach
To the Editor: It is with great confidence that I endorse Susan Fogliano for Board of Education member in the upcoming election. Ms Fogliano has lived in Old Lyme for nearly 32 years and served as a member of our Board of Education for 16 years between 1995 and 2011, and also as Chair of the Board during her tenure. As Board Chairperson, she oversaw completion of a long-term … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Elect Fogliano to BOE; She Has Prodigious Talents, Will Maximize Tax Dollars With Common Sense Approach
Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
To the Editor: What is necessary to qualify a person to hold an elected office in a town? Plenty of information is circulated about the candidates at the top of the ballot, but as you go down, much less information is available. How do voters make decisions on whom to vote for? The foremost prerequisite is commitment and involvement in service to the community. Have … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
Letter to the Editor: Misinformation Abounds About Halls Rd. Improvement Project, Clarifications Offered
To the Editor: Local Republicans seem to have been spreading misinformation about the Halls Road Improvements plan during their door-knocking and social media campaigns. The most common misstatements are the following. 1. Misstatement: The Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) proposal will raise our taxes.Fact: If HROD is passed developers will be able to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Misinformation Abounds About Halls Rd. Improvement Project, Clarifications Offered
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Old Lyme ZBA, Offers Right Balance of Leadership, Knowledge, Experience, Understanding
To the Editor: The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is the only entity that can vary the application of the Zoning Regulations. Thus, the ZBA plays an important role in balancing public health, safety, convenience, welfare and property values while protecting individual property owners from unnecessary hardship. This ZBA requires dedicated Board members committed to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Old Lyme ZBA, Offers Right Balance of Leadership, Knowledge, Experience, Understanding
Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
To the Editor: I write in support of Gavin Lodge as the Lyme representative to the Region 18 Board of Education. Lodge will serve Lyme and its youth well. He is a father of two children in our schools, a past public school PTO co-president. He is active in Lyme’s Sustainable Committee and other town commissions. He is the executive director of 4A Arts, a national … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to strongly urge the voters in Old Lyme to re-elect Barbara Gaudio and Donald Willis to the Planning Commission on November 7th. The importance of the Planning Commission’s work cannot be overstated. The Planning Commission members are the gatekeepers for prudent and sensible property development in Old Lyme. These two … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
Letter to the Editor: Reiter Defends His Record as Old Lyme Treasurer for Past Four Years, Seeks Votes to Continue Work for Another Four
To the Editor: I am Mike Reiter, Treasurer for Old Lyme and running for reelection this November. I read Mike Bucior's October 16 letter to the editor entitled, "Vote for Experience, Expertise of Matt Ward for Town Treasurer." While what he writes about Mr. Ward may be true, what he writes about me is not. Mr. Bucior notes that he reached out to Board of Finance members … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Reiter Defends His Record as Old Lyme Treasurer for Past Four Years, Seeks Votes to Continue Work for Another Four
Letter to the Editor: Danenhower Defends His No Vote on HRIC Overlay Plan; Says Plan Was Flawed, Vote Not Political But in Best Interest of Town
To the Editor: This letter is in response to Sandra Rueb’s letter published on October 17, 2023, regarding the Zoning Commission vote on the Halls Road Improvement Committee’s overlay plan on March 27th 2023. Rather than state the reasons I gave on the record for my No vote, she personally attacked me, and Michael Barnes the other No vote in her first sentence by stating, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Danenhower Defends His No Vote on HRIC Overlay Plan; Says Plan Was Flawed, Vote Not Political But in Best Interest of Town
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Clear Vision, if Elected, for Moving Forward on Specific, Critical Old Lyme Issues
To the Editor: At a Federation of Beaches event held on September 17, Martha Shoemaker and Jim Lampos spoke about what they hoped to accomplish if elected to the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen. Martha focused on three specific areas, which I want to share with the broader community. First, Martha believes that public safety--the work of our police, fire, EMS, and public … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Clear Vision, if Elected, for Moving Forward on Specific, Critical Old Lyme Issues