Letter to the Editor

Addressing Accusations

By Marybeth Majestic, Gardiner
Posted 6/21/23

First, I am a lifelong registered Democrat. In 2015 and 2017 I was unsuccessful at my attempt for support at the Democratic Caucus, I tried. Then I WAS APPROACHED by two other parties to run on their …

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Letter to the Editor

Addressing Accusations

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First, I am a lifelong registered Democrat. In 2015 and 2017 I was unsuccessful at my attempt for support at the Democratic Caucus, I tried. Then I WAS APPROACHED by two other parties to run on their tickets, and I accepted the opportunity. I am resourceful.

Second, transparency and excessive use of Executive Session. As Supervisor, I have increased transparency in town government. We have an updated website with drop boxes full of pertinent documents currently available for both the Planning and Town boards, along with minutes and zoom recordings. Town Board agendas are available at least three days prior to meetings, with links on the agenda to relative information, when available. Town board members are constantly forwarded information that I receive, ad nauseum according to some. Fifteen years ago, Town Board members did not have HIPPA restrictions or other employee privacy awareness matters in place as we do today. As for executive sessions, they are required by law when addressing litigation, personnel matters along with five other criteria. I abide by the law, and I provide information in a transparent manner.

Third, I will always take the high road, as Michelle Obama said “When they go low, we go high.” Continue with me on the high road for another two years, by voting for me in the Democratic Primary on June 27.