Sunday, April 28, 2013

Karen Edelman's Letter to the Editor April 24, 2013


I’m writing to enthusiastically support Don Kerr and Rebecca Rotzler as write-in candidates for New Paltz Village Board.

Over the past several years, both Don and Rebecca have impressed me with their understanding and devotion to the New Paltz community and their dedication to public service, two qualities that top my list of what I’d want in a Village Board trustee. In his role as President of the New Paltz Board of Education, Don always struck me as a fair, thoughtful and approachable leader who would go out of his way to ensure that everyone’s voice was heard. Rebecca, who gained valuable, applicable experience as the former Deputy Mayor, has impressed me with her boundless energy and tireless efforts to aid Hurricane Sandy victims. She organized the local effort and brought critical food and supplies to some of the most affected areas in New York City—not just in the initial weeks, but for months after, without any fanfare. Rebecca wasn’t looking for accolades; she clearly just wanted to help so she set to work and got it done.    

Don and Rebecca both strike me as open-minded and generous with their time. They are consensus seekers who would unite, not divide our community. Given the many issues and decisions that they would face in this role, perhaps their best shared quality is this: They are great listeners.

I’m confident we would all be in capable, trustworthy hands if Don and Rebecca were elected. So please join me in writing in Don Kerr and Rebecca Rotzler on Tuesday, May 7th.

Karen Edelman
Village of New Paltz

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