To the Editor:
In a few days, as a village resident, homeowner, business owner and taxpayer, I will confidently cast my vote for those I consider to be a Dream Team – Matt Schuermann, Phil Lewis, Jim Potts and Joan White.
These four individuals embrace the elements necessary to oversee the intricate functioning of local government and necessary decision-making skills to ensure the healthy future of our village. Individually, they have their fingers on the pulse of all walks of life within the community.
Matt Schuermann is not only a business owner, but also a husband, father and friend who is community active on all levels. As a mortgage broker, Matt meets people as they first consider moving into the community, listening to their concerns and answering their questions about our schools, churches, health care, shopping, social life – community life in general. Thanks to his three young daughters, he is involved with the youth of the community and their parents. Matt is also an eager volunteer for various organizations.
Joan White represents longevity in our community. Joan is a retired business woman, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend. Not only has Joan raised her family in Cooperstown, she has served on various boards, presided over numerous committees and is an eager volunteer whenever called upon. Anyone who knows Joan White, understands that Joan is steadfast in her love of community. Joan is affectionately referred to as “the energetic pitbull” of project control. Assign Joan a project and it will be addressed expertly, efficiently, leaving no stone unturned. And it will be completed with flare – on time. Joan is a diligent, intelligent woman whose interaction within the community is generational.
Jim Potts represents the man on the street, a man who takes an interest in everyone and what they have to say. Jim is husband to Kim, father to Ally and friend to many. Jim is a long-term resident of Cooperstown who takes pride in the fact that he keeps himself well informed on community issues. Jim does not shy away from controversy, nor does he jump to hasty conclusions. Jim will listen, research, discuss and only then address possible courses of action.
Phil Lewis represents one of the many young people who grew up in Cooperstown, went off to college, graduated, got married and decided to return “home” to raise his family. He and his wife are active participants and ready volunteers within the community. Phil is committed to keeping the village a safe, comfortable and affordable place for our retired residents, as well as our young families. Phil is a resourceful, intelligent businessman, with innovative ideas, who is eager to explore issues and address future growth of the village with all interested residents.
This foursome will bring intelligence, diligence, resourcefulness and innovative strategies to the table. Most important, they share a love and respect for the village of Cooperstown and its residents – PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE. Be smart: Put your trust in their capable hands.
DONNA THOMSON
Cooperstown
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