To the Editor:

I am writing this letter to voice my enthusiastic support for Neil Chaudhary in his bid to serve on Newtown’s Police Commission.

I had the opportunity to serve with Neil a few years ago, when a predicted six-month Lyme disease/Newtown Committee became a two-year effort to produce perhaps the most definitive study of its type. Neil’s in-depth contribution to the committee displayed traits that will serve him and Newtown well on the Police Commission. He is a highly intelligent, hardworking professional with the ability to work comfortably with people of diverse backgrounds and opinions. His leadership skills were evident in numerous interviews that the committee had with experts in their fields. Of equal importance is the fact that he is open-minded, having the ability to modify a position after consideration of evidence presented to him.

Dr Chaudhary has since demonstrated his ongoing dedication to the Town of Newtown through his service on the Legislative Council and in numerous volunteer positions

His experience in the field of public safety and his successful career as a small business principal will be particular assets to his insights into Police issues.

The people of Newtown would be fortunate to have Dr Chaudhary serve on their Police Commission, and it is with great conviction that I can endorse him.

Sincerely,

Peter D. Licht

172 Mount Pleasant Road, Newtown October 14, 2019