By Fred Camillo
In Greenwich, we are blessed with a tradition of good government, dedicated volunteers, and neighbors who step up for the common good. Our town runs on the energy and expertise of people who, without pay or fanfare, devote countless hours to keeping Greenwich the community we are proud to call home.
At the heart of this work is the Board of Estimate and Taxation. The BET oversees our town’s finances, sets the mill rate, and ensures that our tax dollars are spent wisely. It is the board that allows us to invest in our schools, maintain our parks, pave our roads, and keep our services strong—all while keeping our taxes among the lowest in the state. That is no small accomplishment.
But this does not happen automatically. It takes people who understand finances, who respect one another, and who put the interests of our town ahead of politics. That is why I am supporting the Republican team of Sally Bednar, Josh Brown, Harry Fisher, Joe Kelly, Joe Pellegrino, and Leslie Tarkington. Collectively, they bring decades of experience in finance, community service, and town government. More importantly, they bring a spirit of cooperation and civility that is needed now more than ever.
Our residents do not want endless bickering or partisan games. They want their schools maintained, their streets safe, their taxes reasonable, and their quality of life preserved. This team understands that. They have the skill, the temperament, and the commitment to work with colleagues of both parties to keep Greenwich moving forward.
We are all neighbors here. We see each other at the grocery store, on the sports f ields, and at community events. Our politics should reflect that spirit of neighborliness. The slate of Sally, Josh, Harry, Joe, Joe, and Leslie embodies that spirit. I know they will serve Greenwich with integrity, balance, and respect.
Let’s continue the Greenwich tradition of good government and support those who will keep our town strong.
