To the Editor:
To the Editor:
On Tuesday, November 3, Newtown voters have the unique opportunity to elect a very special candidate: Ben Spragg is running for the Legislative Council for District 3 and, with his extensive background and 20/20 foresight, we couldnât get a better person in that position.
As the past financial director and treasurer for the Town of Newtown from 1983 to 2008, Mr Spragg guided the townâs finances to a position of exceptional strength. Our fiscal status was strong and irreproachable as is Mr Spraggâs work ethic.
He was also the past chair of the BOE Capital Improvement Strategic Action Team, has been on the Connecticut Municipal Finance Advisory Commission, and was the past president of the Connecticut Municipal Finance Officers Association.
Our local government is undergoing major changes with a turnover in membership among the Board of Selectmen, Board of Education and the council.
With his many and diverse hats, Mr Spragg will bring with him the talent, energy, and ability to share his extensive knowledge with our government.
When Ben Spragg is elected to the Legislative Council, our elected officials and we, the concerned citizens of Newtown, will also be winners as we will be in the best hands possible with this exceptional and caring man.
Caryn J. Golden
13 Palestine Road, Newtown                                    October 26, 2009