Page 10 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, October 18, 2019 ~ Political Announcement ~ Chris Riley campaigns for Town Meeting seat in Precinct 2 M y name is Chris Riley, and I am excited to announce my candidacy for Town Meeting, Precinct 2. I am a lifelong Saugus resident. I grew up on Putnam St and have owned a home on Oceanview Ave for the last 23 years. I am married to Corinne Riley, and we have three children, all of whom attended Saugus Public Schools. I have a BS in Computer Science and have been an Engineer for 25 years. I have been an active volunteer in town, serving as a lector at St. Margaret’s church for 13 years, and coaching in Saugus Softball Little League for six years. I worked my way through Salem State College working ASKS| from page 9 ment. A School Committee may de40-plus hours per week, without financial assistance, and graduated with zero debt. I understand the value of a dollar, and I understand that every dollar spent by Saugus comes from the taxpayer. Why am I running for Town Meeting? To advocate for responsible spending: specifically, a Capital Improvement Plan with broad public input. The town continues to spend on Capital Improvements without a plan. Every dollar spent by the town comes from the taxpayer; we should have a voice in how it’s spent. To properly fund Instruction in Saugus Public Schools: in recent years only 50 percent of every dollar in the school cide that MCAS are one component of evaluating the Superintendent. There are equalbudget is spent on Instruction; we need to get this to 56 percent like higher-achieving towns do. To advocate for revitalization of Cliftondale Square: study after study has been done over many years without any action. Saugus needs to hire an Economic Development expert and make Cliftondale a priority. There’s more to Saugus than Route 1! To be a better advocate for Precinct 2. It is my opinion that there is an inherent conflict for town employees serving in local government, and that taxpayers are better represented by non-employees. I don’t work for the town; Nobody in my ly important areas to focus accountability on which will directly impact student achieve505 Broadway Everett, MA 02149 Tel: 617-387-1120 www.gkdental.com • Family Dentistry • Crowns • Bridges • Veneers/Lumineers • Dental Implants • All on 4 Dental Implants • Emergency Dentist • Kid Friendly Dentist • Root Canals • Dentures • Invisalign Braces • Snap On Smile • Teeth Whitening We are the smile care experts for your entire family Candidate Thomas R. Whittredge ment under a Superintendent. Strong leadership and effective communication are 2 more key components. The vote for the new school In House Dental Plan for $399 (Cleanings, X-Rays, Exams twice a year and 20% OFF Dental work) Schedule your FREE Consultations today was heard loud and clear. We are in a unique situation in town where we are totally changing the face of how education looks in our community. We are moving to a 3-building model and that alone is a huge undertaking. A Superintendent’s ability to lead during these exciting but somewhat anxious times is an absolute must. Making sure all Former School Committee Member John S. Hatch staff and students/families are ready for the change by clear and concise communication is extremely important. Lastly, working with the School Committee to set realistic goals that will help increase student achievement and measure progress, and the ability to meet those goals, should be another key component in the Superintendent’s performance evaluation and determining what, if any, pay raise he or she merits. ASKS | SEE PAGE 13 Monogram D4 Double siding Cedar impression half rounds family works for the town in any capacity; I will not seek a job with the town; I am not beholden to any person, organization, or business in any way. I am not beholden to anyone except the people who live here, go to school here, want safe streets here, pay their taxes here, and retire here. It has been my pleasure meeting and listening to the concerns of our neighborhood. If you would like to know more about me, or have questions for me, please see my campaign page at https:// www.facebook.com/ChrisRileySaugusTownMeeting I ask for your vote on November 5, I am first on the ballot. Thank you! CANDIDATE CHRIS RILEY: He wants to be a Town Meeting member for Precinct 2 (Courtesy Photo to The Saugus Advocate) Harvey Vinyl 60 Replacement Windows Custom Aluminum Trim work Windows & Doors Top quality Vinyl Siding! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Roofing •Free Estimates •Replacement Windows •Fully Licensed •Fully Insured
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