Letter: Marpe/Kaner Would Bring Talent, Experience

A vote for Jim Marpe and Avi Kaner will bring into the Westport Selectman's office the most talented and experienced team in living memory.  

Jim was vice-chairman and interim chairman of the Board of Education. Avi is the chairman of the Board of Finance. Both are incredible individuals with their compassion for people and their ability to work as a team with everyone.  The are both extremely intelligent, articulate and make excellent decisions.

Here is what some key Westporters are saying:

"I ask you to support Jim Marpe and Avi Kaner.  As a life-long Democrat, I don't take that request lightly. I just believe strongly in their capabilities."   Don O'Day, former Chairman Board of Education.

"Jim Marpe has all of the qualifications and expertise to be an incredible First Selectman."  Charlie Haberstroh Westport Selectman.

"Jim Marpe and Avi Kaner know how to lead and set the right tone and example.  Throughout their service to Westport residents, they've shown that, working together, you can get the right things done."  Former Congressman Christopher Shays.

"Westport is fortunate to have someone of Jim Marpe's experience, leadership ability and energy step forward to serve as our First Selectman."  Diane and Steve Parish

"Jim Marpe supports and leads numerous non-profits and community service organizations that make Westport stand-out as a giving and caring community."  Peggy and Harold Kamins

Please see www.MarpeKaner.com for more reasons why I recommend that you vote for these outstanding community leaders.

Signed,

Pete Wolgast
Westport