Melissa M. Mack Town of Suffield |
October 27, 2021 |
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
Thank you for supporting me over the last six years. I am writing to ask for your support once again. This year, I am pleased to run for my 4th two-year term as Suffield’s First Selectman. As a 17-year resident, taxpayer, and having raised a family here, I am honored to call Suffield our home. I am proud of the hard work and accomplishments of Suffield’s municipal team under my leadership … particularly during a global pandemic. Under my administration, taxpayers’ dollars worked hard too with improved services, infrastructure and amenities, accountable governance, and enhanced communications. True to the adage “work hard, play hard,” we remembered to have some fun and celebrate together along the way too. We did this all while keeping tax increases at historic lows. |
I operate the Town of Suffield like a town manager and bring 21 years of experience as a business and nonprofit attorney to my work, especially in protecting the town from liability and managing risk. Here are some highlights achieved by Suffield’s municipal employees and our volunteer boards and commissions under my proven leadership. |
Fiscal Responsibility. Managed finances effectively to make your tax dollars work harder
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Enhanced Amenities, Services & Infrastructure. Improved stewardship of and investment in Suffield’s assets, enhanced customer service and more amenities for residents
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New Economic Development. Diversified the commercial tax base to relieve the burden on the residential taxpayer and establish fiscal independence from the State of CT
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Community Engagement & Fun. Provided joy and support to the community during the pandemic, before and beyond
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Leadership & Accountable Governance. Implemented best governance practices, asked difficult questions, held people accountable and made informed decisions based on thorough diligence, free from conflict and in the best interests of all of Suffield
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New Committees. Organized and focused work on important issues
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Preserving Suffield’s Agricultural Heritage. Invested in Su/field’s proud beginnings and supported economic sustainability of Suffield’s farming future
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Honoring Suffield’s Veterans. Formalized structure to assure appropriate honor of and support to Suffield’s veterans
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Goals for Next Term if Re-elected. Continue to move Suffield forward
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How Can You Help?
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It has been a true honor leading our beautiful Town throughout the last six years. I am pleased by all we have accomplished together. There is still much more to do. Every vote will.matter in this election, and I ask that you please support me on November 2nd so we may continue moving Suffield forward with fiscal responsibility, better municipal services, accountable governance, and strong proven leadership.
Thank you for your consideration. |
Best regards, |
Melissa M. Mack
Town of Suffield First Selectman (2015-present) |
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