Letters

To the Editor: I have closely watched Anna Reiter’s performance on the Old Lyme Board of Finance since she joined as an alternate member in 2017.  (She became a regular member in 2019.)  Anna has brought energy, enthusiasm, and laser-focused attention to a sometimes-sleepy board.   She may well be its most-conscientious member, keeping her own, thorough notes of every … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Reiter Has Brought Community Commitment, Energy, Enthusiasm, Laser-focused Attention to Old Lyme Board of Finance

To the Editor: Seeing all the political signs around town, it’s easy to tell its voting season. We are fortunate in Old Lyme to have many good people willing to volunteer for our boards and commissions.  That is what makes our community strong.  During my 16 years as a member of the Board of Selectmen, I came to appreciate the time and dedication these folks give to our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Republican Ticket for Old Lyme Board of Finance Has Always Worked for Tax Payers, in Best Interests of Town

To the Editor: I attended the Meet the Candidates Night for the Board of Education.  One of the questions was on Critical Race Theory (CRT).  This theory is meant for the collegiate level according to the experts and as stated by the Republican candidate Michael Presti, a Social Studies teacher who has a BS in Sociology.  All of the candidates said they were against the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Democratic BOE Candidates Should Not Downplay Critical Race Theory, Dismiss Parents’ Concerns

To the Editor: I have been reviewing the qualifications, postings and information on the candidates running for the Regional School District 18 Board of Education (BOE).  I appreciate the time commitment these community members will be making if they are elected to the four-year terms. But at least one candidate, Mona Colwell, espouses beliefs that are plainly at odds with the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Qualifications For Office of All Candidates Endorsed by Old Lyme RTC Should be Questioned

To the Editor: I am writing this letter to encourage my fellow voters in Old Lyme to select a winning team for leadership on the Board of Selectmen. After serving on the Board of Finance and Board of Selectmen with Tim Griswold for over two years, I can earnestly tell you that no one is more qualified to be our First Selectman for another term.  Tim has decades of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Selectman Kerr Proudly Endorses Griswold, Ward, as a Winning Team for the Town

To the Editor: I recently questioned the judgment of the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee in its endorsement of candidates to the Board of Education.  I illustrated my concern by highlighting the superior experience of the endorsed Democrats, and juxtaposing that against the anti-vax views expressed by candidate Mona Colwell in her Facebook posts, suggesting such policies … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Many Reasons Why Colwell is ‘Not a Sound Candidate for Board of Education’

To the Editor: On July 5th of this year, I submitted a letter to our First Selectman, Tim Griswold, regarding the unsafe conditions that exist on Library Lane. I shared that the volume of traffic on this road has increased greatly in the past few years and without sidewalks, it is a very dangerous situation. Foot traffic grew during the pandemic. Additionally, vehicles are … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Resident Submitted Letter July 5 to Griswold Detailing Library Lane Safety Concerns; Still Awaiting Response

To the Editor: I am embarrassed that Old Lyme’s values have been poorly represented by First Selectman Tim Griswold.  Over a year ago, in August 2020, Selectwoman Mary Jo Nosal proposed that the Board of Selectmen adopt a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis, as well as measures to address it.  Despite the fact that the Connecticut legislature and numerous … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Griswold Has Misrepresented Old Lyme’s Values, Embarrassed Residents by Refusal to Discuss Racism Resolution

To the Editor: Martha Shoemaker and Jim Lampos will bring common sense back to Old Lyme government. They will prioritize responsive government by and for the people. Regardless of party affiliation, please join me by voting for Old Lyme residents who share this goal, and vote Democratic on November 2nd. Sincerely, Paula Melillo, Old Lyme. … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Will Prioritize Responsive Government By, And For, All The People of Old Lyme

To the Editor: As a young Naval Officer, Tim Griswold helped guide large aircraft carriers through storms in the Pacific.  It was an invaluable learning experience for the role he was destined to fill, our First Selectman. Tim learned to work with others from diverse backgrounds, races, religions, and educations.  Perhaps even more important, he learned not to overreact … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Griswold Offers Experienced Leadership, Keeps Steady Hand at Helm