I am voting in favor of the primary property tax because I want to invest in my community. I used the calculator on the town website and determined that for about the cost of what I pay for Starbucks coffee each month, I can help keep the fountain working, pave my streets and maintain the parks.

I have read many letters from residents who do not want to have the tax because they feel they cannot trust the town council to use the money wisely. I too am concerned because of what appears to be backdoor deals, plans made in secret, etc. in the past few years.

So, to help ensure I know where my tax money is spent, I am supporting Ginny Dickey for mayor. She has spent her adult life working for the town either as an elected official or as a volunteer on numerous boards and committees. She has not used her public service as a platform to further her political career or for financial gain.

I am not concerned with the label of “liberal.” I am concerned that decisions about my town be made openly and not behind closed doors. I believe Ginny Dickey sincerely wants to help restore some faith in our town government. So, I am supporting her effort for mayor.