Letters to the editor for October 18, 2005

Vote for Sullivan
Many of us in Woodbury realize that change is necessary for our town to meet the endless challenges that face us. To meet these challenges, we need a person with integrity, ethics, courage, leadership qualities and dedication to Woodbury. Hank Sullivan has presented positive alternative suggestions to such things as a safe location for the cell tower, the formation of a town ethics committee, more public participation time, tough questions for developers, etc.
Sullivan brings many years of leadership experience, which will help change the course of events for Woodbury. His leadership credentials include 30 years as a member of the New York City Police Department, including 27 years as a PBA delegate and 12 years as a member of the PBA executive board. Because he has worked under stress, leadership responsibilities and negotiating procedures are second nature to him. He has come to understand the needs of our town through continuing attendance and participation at Town Board, Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings.
Anyone looking to do business in the Town of Woodbury, developers or otherwise, will face a man of commitment to the philosophy that "Woodbury and its residents come first." Remember to vote for Hank Sullivan Nov. 8. Save our town – Row G.
Adrienne Burke
Central Valley

Letters to the editor for October 18, 2005

Supports Donnery
After years of advocating to change the PINS (Persons in Need of Supervision) law from 16 to 18 years old, I was introduced to someone as dedicated as I in wanting to fix a broken system. That person was Roxanne Donnery. Everyone said it couldn't be done, we were wasting our time; however, with Donnery's guidance and support, we were able to change a state law.
Donnery volunteers to be involved on the County Team Board to discuss issues and collaborate with top agency officials. She worked with many successfully to obtain funding for Highland Falls schools and continues to be on the school board. She is a voice for children, families and all that need help.
Donnary has been very vocal in her years as county legislator for District 14, especially on issues affecting our county such as the Kiryas Joel pipeline and safety concerns at Indian Point.
She is not just another politician, but someone you can count on that stands up for what is right. Vote for Roxanne Donnery Nov. 8. I promise you will not regret it!
Joy Hansen
PINS Reform Advocates of NY
Warwick