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As a lifelong resident of Claverack, a former Councilwomen and a business owner I’m writing to endorse Kippy Weigelt for Town Supervisor, Mary Jeanne Hoose for Town Clerk and Tax Collector, Doug Colwell and Stephen Hook for Town Council and Louie Lamont for Highway Superintendent.
Having had the privilege to serve with the Claverack Republican Team I know firsthand their commitment and dedication to our town. They continue to work in the best interest of the community and the environment. They understand social responsibility. I commend and thank Doug Colwell for running for Town Councilman. Doug’s background in education, years in law enforcement and his willingness to continue to serve his community will be an asset to our Town. As the new Town Hall moves forward the Claverack Republican Team is making sure that SMART principles and energy efficiency are guiding the project. They understand sustainability and fiscal responsibility and continue to actively research grant funding opportunities to offset cost to the taxpayer when possible. It has been suggested that the Town of Claverack was not impacted by the COVID pandemic. In fact, it was implied there was no crisis for the town. It’s important to make clear town revenue was seriously impacted. Town officials worked diligently to adjust where necessary so there would be no interruptions during this unprecedented time. There have been concerns the Claverack Town Board could have done something about increased property assessments. Revaluation comes periodically as a mandate from the state. This is not something the Town Board controls. Improving the hamlet intersection at State Route 9H and 23B has been an ongoing concern. Our current leaders have worked diligently with New York State DOT to communicate their concerns and present possible solutions to improve this very busy intersection. Numerous letters were written from private citizens expressing their concerns. Unfortunately, it is New York State that makes that final determination. And sometimes, as we are all aware of Park Street, the state may not have the best solution. I have no doubt that our current leaders are working hard to keep the state informed of the ongoing safety concerns. Its easy to make promises and to have big dreams. Attending an occasional Town Board meeting and working in the private sector doesn’t guarantee or qualify an ability to run a town. The reality is the Town of Claverack needs experienced, knowledgeable leaders like Kippy, Mary Jeanne, Stephen, Doug and Louie. Leaders that understand what measures must be taken to improve the quality of life in our community, maintain a safe community, provide for our elderly, work with developers to provide fair and affordable housing, and value local businesses old and new. As we continue to move through uncertain times its more important than ever that we consider experience and stability when we cast our vote. Maryanne Lee Former Claverack Town Councilmember It is my distinct honor today to endorse Kippy Weigelt, Steve Hook, Doug Colwell, Mary Jeanne Hoose, and Louie Lamont for Claverack Town Offices this November.
As a Claverack Town Councilman for the past eight years, I've worked closely with Kippy, Steve, Mary Jeanne and Louie in all areas of managing the Town. I can assure you that the team has worked tirelessly to provide sound fiscal oversight of taxpayer dollars while providing quality services and support to residents. This is clearly evident by having five straight years without a tax increase. The team has worked extremely well together, always concentrating on serving the needs of town residents including improvements to the town parks, roads, and emergency services, just to name a few. I’ve known the Colwell family for nearly 50 years and Doug for 30 years. Doug comes from a large, local family of hard-working business owners, entrepreneurs, and public servants. As a schoolteacher in Germantown Central School, and a Sergeant in the New York State Police for 20+ years, Doug has shown his unique ability to learn, teach, communicate, and serve the people of our community. Please join me in voting for Weigelt, Hook, Colwell, Hoose and Lamont – our hometown team – on Election Day. Brian Keeler Claverack Town Councilman  To the Editor:
We’re writing to express our full support and endorsement of Claverack’s hometown team, Kippy Weigelt for Town Supervisor, Steve Hook and Doug Colwell for Town Council, Mary Jeanne Hoose for Town Clerk and Louie Lamont for Town Highway Superintendent. Together, this team has done amazing work on our behalf; tax cuts, improvements to our parks and roads, new businesses opening in town, tight budgets that are under the State tax cap and so much more. We’re fortunate to have them and fortunate that they are willing to serve. Stan Card, our father and father-in-law, and past Claverack Town Supervisor used to say how important it is to plan for rainy days. “Make hay when the sun shines.” This team has done just that. Their leadership and performance is second to none. We’re lucky to have them here in Claverack and must get out to vote to keep them in office. Please join us in voting for Kippy, Hookie, Doug, Mary Jeanne and Louie on November 2nd! Shanda Steenburn Gary Steenburn  To the Editor:
I'm writing to offer my strong and full support for the Claverack Republican Team; Kippy Weigelt (Town Supervisor), Stephen Hook (Town Councilman), Doug Colwell (Town Councilman), Mary J. Hoose (Town Clerk and Tax Collector) and Lou Lamont (Town Highway Superintendent). This team has worked amazingly well over the years. They've cut taxes, improved our parks, roads and other infrastructure, brought public transportation to the Village of Philmont, shared services with surrounding municipalities to save money, kept our community safe by supporting our police, fire and EMS responders, and are now planning a new town hall and community center complex. Their achievements are many and their leadership second to none. Control of our Town Board is at stake this year. Our Town Supervisor seat is up for grabs. We must all get out to vote to elect our hometown team, Kippy, Hookie, Doug, Mary Jeanne and Lou. Please join me in voting for them on November 2nd. Randy Staats Claverack |
Election Day is Tuesday, November 2, 2021!