There's a lot of listening involved in running for office. Spending time engaging with people about what issues are important to them, what they would like to see changed, and figuring out how we can get from here to there together, gives me a tremendous amount of satisfaction. A core principal that is fundamental to improving our City and our world is to engage people on a person-to-person level, and further engage with the community at large and our elected officials who are involved in critical decisions that impact our lives.
In many ways, local government has the most impact in our day to day lives, and is where most people can have the most impact in the decision making process. I am committed to being part of that process, and working to engage my community in that process.
Newton is a great place to live, but we have our share of challenges. Maintaining and adding to our quality of life is paramount. For me this includes; preserving the character and diversity of our neighborhoods and villages, managing economic growth so it adds to the economic vibrancy of our city, and supporting and maintaining our excellent school system.
Our Mayor, Setti Warren has made a lot of progress in addressing the serious fiscal and environmental challenges we face. The costs of running our City now better match our revenues. We have a Capital Improvement plan based on good comprehensive assessment of municipal buildings and infrastructure, and the recent passage of the override will allow us added flexibility to address infrastructure and school needs.
However, there is still much to do. We will need all parties involved to make sure that we spend the funds carefully and thoughtfully. In addition, we must not fail to invest in regular maintenance of our public buildings and facilities. I want to serve as your alderman to see that we address these challenges by being better caretakers of our city, living responsibly within our means and continuing to invest in our future.
My priorities include:
*Being a strong voice and advocate for Ward 1 issues.
*maintaining our school and city buildings, parks and open space, roads and infrastructure; including water, sewer and stormwater.
* Supporting mixed-use, transit oriented developments while still protecting and enhancing neighborhood character.
* Investing in energy efficiencies and best management practices to lower maintenance and operating costs;
* Supporting a range of housing opportunities to serve the needs of our culturally and economically diverse community.
*“Greening” our City; environmental improvements save money, reduce our carbon footprint and improve quality of life.
*Improving bike and pedestrian access and safety
*Exploring public private partnerships that can save money.
I can’t do this alone. I need your help and support.
Please contribute to my campaign and get the word out to your neighbors.
I welcome your input. Please call me at 617-821-5619, email me at alisonlearymooradian@gmail.Com and visit my website: www.alisonleary.com
Please post comments here on my blog.
Thank you!
In many ways, local government has the most impact in our day to day lives, and is where most people can have the most impact in the decision making process. I am committed to being part of that process, and working to engage my community in that process.
Newton is a great place to live, but we have our share of challenges. Maintaining and adding to our quality of life is paramount. For me this includes; preserving the character and diversity of our neighborhoods and villages, managing economic growth so it adds to the economic vibrancy of our city, and supporting and maintaining our excellent school system.
Our Mayor, Setti Warren has made a lot of progress in addressing the serious fiscal and environmental challenges we face. The costs of running our City now better match our revenues. We have a Capital Improvement plan based on good comprehensive assessment of municipal buildings and infrastructure, and the recent passage of the override will allow us added flexibility to address infrastructure and school needs.
However, there is still much to do. We will need all parties involved to make sure that we spend the funds carefully and thoughtfully. In addition, we must not fail to invest in regular maintenance of our public buildings and facilities. I want to serve as your alderman to see that we address these challenges by being better caretakers of our city, living responsibly within our means and continuing to invest in our future.
My priorities include:
*Being a strong voice and advocate for Ward 1 issues.
*maintaining our school and city buildings, parks and open space, roads and infrastructure; including water, sewer and stormwater.
* Supporting mixed-use, transit oriented developments while still protecting and enhancing neighborhood character.
* Investing in energy efficiencies and best management practices to lower maintenance and operating costs;
* Supporting a range of housing opportunities to serve the needs of our culturally and economically diverse community.
*“Greening” our City; environmental improvements save money, reduce our carbon footprint and improve quality of life.
*Improving bike and pedestrian access and safety
*Exploring public private partnerships that can save money.
I can’t do this alone. I need your help and support.
Please contribute to my campaign and get the word out to your neighbors.
I welcome your input. Please call me at 617-821-5619, email me at alisonlearymooradian@gmail.Com and visit my website: www.alisonleary.com
Please post comments here on my blog.
Thank you!
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