Dear Portsmouth Voter:
We want to thank you for the privilege of representing you for the past two years. During this time we have encountered many challenges, and addressed several needs of our community, guided by the principles of open government and accountability to all residents of Portsmouth.
 

"To promote the positive growth and well-being of our community through open, reasoned and courteous communication with our citizens, to improve the quality of life in Portsmouth."

We can look back on a number of accomplishments which have improved our quality of life in Portsmouth:

• Preserved over 550 acres of open space – ensuring the ongoing character and beauty of our town in perpetuity.
• All Portsmouth schools are rated as “High Performing” at one of the lowest costs per pupil in the state.
• Adopted the highly acclaimed “West Side Master Plan,” and created the Portsmouth Redevelopment Agency to help implement the plan’s strategic visions for development of that important area.
• Enacted new zoning ordinances to help us grow smartly, leveraging our marine industry and burgeoning resort/residential opportunities to promote healthy economic expansion.
• Chartered a long term strategic planning process through our Economic Development Committee to stimulate business growth in town, and ease the tax burden on our homeowners.
• Built a new High School Gymnasium that will meet the needs of our students for the next 50 years! Construction was completed on time and within budget… and the gym looks great!
• Enacted a tax deferment ordinance for older homeowners to ensure Portsmouth remains affordable for everyone.
• Adopted rules guaranteeing citizens the right to place issues on the town council’s meeting agenda.
• Worked closely with RIDOT to complete the renovation of Island Park’s seawall and Park Avenue.
• Partnered with the Library to acquire land and address their expanding needs.
• Adopted an affordable housing plan and amendment to the zoning ordinance.
   

We have worked cooperatively with business, DEM, RIDOT, CRMC, Aquidneck Land Trust, Aquidneck Island Planning Commission, our own volunteer committees and others to ensure a bright future for the Town of Portsmouth.
We have worked hard to live up to the faith you placed in us two years ago. The 2006 Democratic slate is an exciting combination of experienced public officials and energetic newcomers who are eager to work together to provide Portsmouth residents with the responsible and effective government you deserve. We ask that you give us the opportunity to build upon these positive accomplishments to continue improving the lives of our residents and character of our community.

Our pledge remains to provide government which addresses the needs of ALL our residents.
Please support your Democratic team on November 7th
“We Put the People First”

With your continued help and good will, we can all work together for a better Portsmouth.
 We are grateful for your support and will work hard to justify your faith in us. Please feel free to contact us as your representatives whenever you have a problem, a question or a solution.

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