To the Editor:

By JOANNA LESTIC

Published: Oct 10, 2003 12:00 am

To the Editor:

One of the many reasons Iâm supporting Herb Rosenthal for first selectman is his commitment to preserving Newtownâs character and quality of life.

Herb has demonstrated unusual skill in securing open space for the town at minimal expense. His leadership in negotiations with the water company led to over 700 acres of Newtown open space preserved at very little cost to local taxpayers.

He again employed his talent for creative approaches to secure open space when he worked with the State of Connecticut on the Kazan property ââ 150 acres of land that could have cost us a million dollars, are now preserved and available for our enjoyment at no cost.

There is a lot of pressure on Newtown from development. We should keep Herb working for us to make the most of our resources and take care of our open spaces.

Join me in voting for Herb Rosenthal for first selectman on November 4.

Joe Hemingway

10 Overlook Knoll, Sandy HookÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â October 8, 2003

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The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

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Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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