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Letter to the Editor: “Lucky for us that they care so deeply about Westport.” 

Letter to the Editor

To the Editor:

Jonathan Steinberg and Candice Savin are the right leaders at the right time.

Our town will need to make some difficult choices over the next several years.  Whether it be about the environment, taxes, education, or affordable housing, our town will continue to evolve.  Due, in part, to the pandemic, climate change, and ever escalating attacks on our democratic institutions (including Westport’s Board of Education), there is clearly a heightened sense that the stakes these days feel higher.  This is why it’s imperative to have as the leaders of our town a first and second selectmen who have a deep intellectual understanding of the issues, who can set ego aside in order to make tough and sometimes difficult decisions, and who are committed to doing right by all constituents.  

I have known both candidates for quite some time, not just as a political colleague or constituent, but also as friends.  I know with certainty that they are above all else people of unquestionable integrity, who are honest and not afraid to speak their truth.  These are compassionate and empathetic individuals, who understand that Westport does not and should not exist in a bubble, and who can be counted on to stand up for the things they care about without hesitation.  Lucky for us that they care so deeply about Westport.

I encourage you to support Jonathan Steinberg and Candice Savin at the polls on November 2.

Sincerely,

Lauren H. Soloff

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Letter to the Editor: “As an empty nester who has lived in Westport for 25 years…” 

Letter to the Editor

To the Editor,

Please join me in supporting Jen Tooker and her running mate Andrea Moore for Westport Board of Selectmen.  Jen’s management experience in both local government as well as the private sector make her qualified as the only candidate hailing this critical experience. She has the unique training and ability to provide sustained and meaningful leadership for Westport. 

 

Jen’s tireless involvement in our community include her current role as Second Selectwoman, serving on Westport’s Board of Finance, Board of Education and Conservation Commission and 10 years of leadership positions in local non-profit organizations. Andrea too has deep ties to the community as current Vice-Chair of Westport’s Board of Finance along with other local board positions and years of substantial volunteer service.  


As an empty nester who has lived in Westport for 25 years, I want to ensure our town’s viability for future generations.  Jen Tooker has a proven track record in contributing to the excellence of our schools, maintaining our property values and securing public safety.  I know Jen and Andrea will continue to serve Westport as Selectwomen with the same passion they exhibit in all of their endeavors.  


Liz Kaner

Westport CT

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Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 2; State Hospitalizations Dip Below 200 Patients

The Westport-Weston Health District reported 2 COVID-19 case for Westport over the past 24 hours. The State’s daily test positivity rate was down to 1.62% while hospitalizations were down 8, bringing the total hospitalized patients in the State below 200 for the first time in months.

  • Westport total positive or probable cases: 2,135 cases.

  • Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 32 deaths.

  • State Daily Test Positivity: 1.62% [down from 2.13%]

  • State Hospitalizations: 194 patients [-8]

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