Letters: Bayne Displays 'Intelligent, Independent, and Strong Leadership'

Bayne displays 'intelligent, independent, and strong leadership'

To the Editor:

David Bayne brings to the Board of Selectman four years of experience as a Selectmen, making him the most experienced of the candidates running for the Board. David has demonstrated an unwavering commitment and passion for the job of selectman. His objective has been to take action and make decisions which improve the quality of life of all of Darien's residents in the most rational and cost-effective way, thereby minimizing our tax burden. 

David has repeatedly displayed intelligent, independent, and strong leadership as a selectman. His exceptional performance as acting first selectman in the week after the March 2010 storm, when much of Darien was without power, earned him the gratitude of the entire town. His support of appropriately planned and vetted capital projects, such as the new police building and the redevelopment of Weed Beach, shows that David is committed to smart investments in our town's infrastructure. David's rational, thoughtful, and persuasive objections to the shuffle, however, demonstrates his ability to be a careful steward of our tax dollars and an independent voice on the Board of Selectmen when it needs one the most.

Republicans, Democrats, and independents alike would benefit from David’s reelection.

Robert Vilter

7 Wilson Ridge East

Stevenson is 'articulate, positive and knowledgeable'

To the Editor:

As a mother of two young children, I have been busy for the past few years, engaging mostly in volunteer activities related to our family. Following local politics has been a challenge. I see the names on signs around town, yet I feel only vaguely familiar with the candidates.

That just changed for me.

I met Jayme Stevenson at a gathering hosted by my good friend Ciara Thurlow.  Jayme was beyond impressive: articulate, positive and knowledgeable. She is passionate about our town’s issues, including the environment, affordable housing, and traffic concerns. 

I was struck by Jayme's confident, fresh approach, her ability to speak and to identify with the perspectives of men and women, as well as her numerous volunteer leadership positions in town. Most significantly, I was convinced of her commitment to doing what’s best for our town. As a Darien native, that is particularly important to me.

I came away from that evening feeling enlightened, informed and inspired. 

I also felt lucky to have people like Jayme Stevenson, Dave Campbell, and Jerry Nielsen who have already made such a difference here. I hope others will join me in giving this team their vote on Nov. 8. After all, that’s what it is all about: getting involved.

Lesley B. Osborn

29 Arrowhead Way