To the Editor:

Please join me in voting for Mary Ann Jacob for Legislative Council in District 2.

Mary Ann brings an extensive list of skills and experience to the council. Her gifts are many, but of particular importance for us are her strong intellect, polished communication skills, and her ability to build consensus in a group. She has given of her time over the past five years in numerous ways: PTA president at Sandy Hook School (SHS), PTA president at Newtown Middle School, served on the BOE Strategic Planning Committee and brought electronic newsletters to parents of SHS and Reed Intermediate School.

Mary Ann has consistently provided leadership for years, facilitating clear and concise communications in an effort to educate citizens on the annual budget. Her 25-plus years of management experience in industry clearly comes through during these interactions.

It is my personal opinion that Mary Ann will bring fairness and clarity in her leadership on the council. I am writing this as an individual and not on behalf of any organization. Join me in voting for her on November 3.

Thank you,

Sarah Beier

7 Yogananda Street, Sandy Hook                            October 27, 2009