Letter: First Selectman Tesei Thanks Greenwich Voters

To the Editors,  

[On Tuesday], the voters of Greenwich exercised their privilege to vote.  

I am thankful for their overwhelming vote of confidence to continue to serve as their First Selectman. The choices in this election could not have been more clear. My vision continues to be that Greenwich remain a premier residential community that retains and attracts people that want to live, work and raise their families. We have ensured this vision by making sure our neighborhoods are safe, we continue investment in our schools and public infrastructure and keep our taxes at modest and predictable levels.  

Our opponents find fault with this vision and offered to issue larger amounts of debt for longer periods of time as if this is an impediment to securing the vision I have outlined. The reality is we are addressing matters at Binney Park Pond, Byram Park and the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center along with a host of other necessary projects that support our enviable quality of life. In addition the opposition chose to criticize volunteer service and make personal attacks with misrepresentation on issues.  

Our opponents said "vote smart" and thankfully our fellow residents did, with 73% of the voter's for a second time affirming support for our vision and granting me and our Republican team  a mandate to govern.   

My fellow citizens, I remain humbled by your support and pledge to continue to put the interests of Greenwich First.  

God bless you.  
Peter J. Tesei