David Martin for Stamford Mayor

On Tuesday, November 5, 2013 I am voting for David Martin to be the next mayor of Stamford.

I am supporting for two major reason.  

1. I believe David is infinitely more experienced with the ins and outs of Stamford than any other candidate.  He has served our city for more than 25 years on the Board of Representatives and on the Board of Finance.  He fundamentally understands where the city has been and what it needs to do going forward.  He is not looking beyond this campaign, and has no interest in running for any other position. 
2. David Martin also has a solid background and depth in the educational needs of our city.  He runs a not for profit that tutors students on the free lunch program to help close the achievement gap.  His wife works in the school district.  He knows first hand all the challenges we current face and again has a much better handle on what are needs are moving forward than any of this opponents.   I also believe Martin with regularly attend the Board of Education meetings and take the seat at the table that is designated to the mayor.  By being involved in the process and discussion, the mayor is in a much better position to determine capitol budget needs that are allocated to the school.  Finally, I know Martin understands that the school budget makes up a considerable portion of the overall city budget and greater involvement in the budgeting process, will make it an overall smoother process to get through all the boards and committee necessary to get budget approval here in Stamford.

On the flips side, I am very concerned that Michael Fedele will represent 4 more years of do nothing mayor, sitting on the 10th floor while padding his resume (for what I am not sure). I believe Mayor Pavia is an empty vessel and Fedele is carved from the same mold.  I doubt Fedele will ever show up at a Board of Education meeting, just like we have never seen Pavia.  

So on the simplest question of what is best for Stamford, you should ask yourself is do you want?  4 more years of a do nothing mayor or someone that will work hard to improve the city?  If these are the choices then your decision is a no-brainer: DAVID MARTIN

Please go out and vote on Tuesday