Berman Announces Honorary Co-Chairs Of Reading Campaign

A release from Reading Select Board member and candidate for re-election Barry Berman:

Barry Berman, candidate for re-election to the Select Board announced his honorary campaign co-chairs for the April 2 nd election. Leading his team are former Selectman and current Board of Health Chair Kevin Sexton, town meeting member and community activist MaryEllen O’Neill, former School Committee member and co-Founder of Samantha’s Harvest, Lisa Gibbs, and Russ Graham, who has worn many hats in his over thirty-five years of distinguished service to the town.

“Barry has a proven record as a selectman for consistently making the best decisions for the
Town and its residents,” said Kevin Sexton. “During my time on the Board we were always able
to work well together, even when we disagreed. He has served Reading well and he has earned
my vote and my support.”

MaryEllen O’Neill states “I am supporting Barry Berman for re-election to the Board because he
brings a background in economic development, a history of service to our town, and a
commitment to the values we share as a community.”

Worried that the divisiveness of our political discourse has crept into local government, Lisa
Gibbs is supporting Berman because “he leaves politics at the polling booth and brings to the
Select Board only his desire to do what is in the best interest of the people of Reading. As a
leader he is not afraid to listen to all sides.”

“Experience matters”, said Russ Graham. “As the issues facing the town become more complex,
it is important we keep Barry on the job. In his four years on the Board he has shown to be
thoughtful, creative, independent and willing to make tough decisions.”

“I am deeply honored to be supported by such an eminent, respected and politically diverse
group of town leaders’” said Berman. “I have always felt Reading is at its best when we focus on
what unites us. When we collaborate and bring people together there is no problem we cannot
solve. My chairs represent the fabric of Reading and I will use this campaign as an opportunity
to bring all voices into the conversation.”

The campaign will have its kickoff event on Monday, Feb. 11th from 6-9 pm at Bunratty’s. If you would like to contact the campaign or volunteer please email
bermanforselectboard@gmail.com or call 617-699-9487.