Can anyone tell me which of our candidates running for trustee has had experience serving on a village board?
Recent letters written to the Williston Times as well as an obviously costly flyer mailed to residents from the Community Party (Tanner, Parente, Shannon) state that experience is necessary for this position and that there is” no time for on the job training.”
So again I ask, who is the candidate with experience of serving on a Village Board?
I’m quite sure none of the three candidates vying for a trustee seat have had experience in this area.
Twelve years ago, we elected a hard-working, community-involved resident to be our mayor. Nancy had very similar qualifications as one of the current candidates, namely Caroline DeBenedittis.
She had no law degree but had a passion for the Village of East Williston and the time to devote to making it a better place. Appointing Caroline to chair the recreation committee ensured that the many activities that make our community so special would thrive.
A more dedicated and involved East Williston resident would be hard to find!
Caroline DeBenedittis has lived in our town for over 12 years. She knows our village, she knows our people.
Having attended the majority of our village meetings, she has gained insight into the operations of local government.
She knows how to negotiate contracts and navigate her way through business operations having worked in retail management for over 10 years.
As chairwoman of our recreation committee for the last seven years, Caroline has organized events such as the “tent” dinner parties on the Village Green, our Memorial Day Race, and Friday night game and movie night.
She is the one responsible for all those smiles we see on the young children’s faces during the Easter Egg Hunt and the Ragamuffin Parade.
All of these events run as a well-oiled machine and all within or very often under budget.
During her tenure, the recreation budget has declined by more than 30 percent. Yet, she continues to add programs for our residents at no additional cost.
Hey, but here’s a woman who supposedly has no experience!!
Hopefully the majority of our residents know Caroline and can honestly say that they would love to have her in their corner every time. Her passion and pride for the town of East Williston will not only benefit the Board but ultimately the residents of East Williston.
Please join me on March 15 in voting for Caroline DeBenedittis.
Ellen Berkery
East Williston
