Category: The Readers Write

News story brings laughter

Well, I had my laugh for the day when I opened the Shelburne News to the Planning Commission Meeting article on sewage reduction fees  in last week’s issue. “Some (no names listed hmmmmm) pointed out that expanding the coverage would mean more paying customers which would reduce the overall financial burden on current sewer users.” Now, if… Read More

Selectboard needs Bob Lake

You’ve read many letters to the editor over the past several weeks in support of one Selectboard candidate over another. Today, I am submitting one for Bob Lake with a daily viewpoint that many others haven’t had. We can talk about how fiscally conservative each candidate is but unless you’ve had firsthand knowledge like I… Read More

A vote for Toni is a vote for change

I am writing in support of Toni Supple’s candidacy for Selectboard. I have been following the Selectboard for the past 18 months and have come to the conclusion that a serious change has to be made. It has been extremely frustrating to watch the current Board run the town of Shelburne. They have not allowed… Read More

New perspective opportunity

Shelburne voters: Do you believe the Selectboard and town could benefit by an intelligent, thoughtful voice from a new perspective? If so, we urge you to support Allison Cranmer. As long-time residents and neighbors, we are in a unique position to testify to Allison’s qualifications. She has demonstrated superb management and communication skills, not only… Read More

Re-elect Bill Smith

I think it’s fabulous that this year the local election has competition for both Selectboard seats. As a former Selectboard Chair myself, I am pleased to see people putting their hats in the ring. That notwithstanding, I will be voting to return Bill Smith to the Selectboard. Calls for greater transparency make great sound bites… Read More

Don’t pave Pond Road

I’d like to add my voice to those who have spoken in opposition to paving Pond Road. I’ve lived on Pond Road for several years and would hate to see the road and the surrounding area change in the way that paving the road would create. A large part in our choice to buy in… Read More

Preserve Pond Road

Please let’s preserve beautifully scenic, rural, and historic Pond Road. For us, it is a lovely preamble to visiting wild Shelburne Pond. Cars whizzing along a paved Pond Road will negatively impact this special, protected place. By paving this road, we will forever spoil a source of enjoyment for walkers, joggers, and horseback riders. Future… Read More

Support for Shelburne’s animals

Like many others, I was distressed and saddened to learn of the deplorable conditions that three horses in Shelburne had to endure until they were recently rescued. In keeping with their mission of “Working to Protect the Well-Being of All Animals,” Green Mountain Animal Defenders (GMAD) sent out an alert asking animal advocates to help… Read More

Cranmer for Selectboard

I write in support of Allison Cranmer for the Shelburne Selectboard. I know she will do a good job. She listens. She’s thoughtful. And she is open to new ideas. I appreciate Allison’s welcoming personality, her professional attitude, and her willingness to work across divides in order to keep projects moving and get things done.… Read More

Re-elect Bill Smith to Shelburne Selectboard

I have known Bill for almost 10 years. I know him to be open-minded, fair, and responsive. Bill has no personal agenda and wants to hear all sides and opinions before making decisions that affect us all. Bill knows and understands the importance of community and how to bring ideas and differing points of view… Read More

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