Position sought: Village trustee

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Why are you running for this position?

I’ve been appointed to many village work groups over the years to help with different initiatives. I’d like to serve as a trustee this next term to contribute my many years of management and people skills to the many projects Lake Placid has in the works. The Main Street redesign, affordable housing projects, Route 86 resurface, to name a few. Open communication during these times is going to be vital to the success of these projects.

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What are your qualifications?

I have management experience at a Fortune 500 business. I’ve also co-owned The Bookstore Plus since 2006 and just started a new wholesale and distribution company. I’ve been on the Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism board the past nine years, including serving on the executive board as treasurer the past two years. I am also the current vice president and secretary for the Lake Placid Business Association and have served several terms as president.

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What are your main goals?

To be accessible to residents in the village. Being transparent in communication on anything that is happening at the village level.

What do you think are the three biggest problems in the village, and how do you propose solving them?

1. Affordable housing: Staying involved with the multiple projects that are in the pipeline making sure they meet the needs for Lake Placid.

2. Access to the village center: I want to continue the conversation on parking improvements. Revenues from parking go directly into the general fund, reducing village taxes. Adding more parking will improve access to Main Street businesses and decrease taxes with the additional parking revenue. Also working to improve shuttle service.

3. Helping businesses get through the Main Street reconstruction following a challenging time for most with COVID. It will be important to stay in contact with businesses and figure out ways to help on the village level.

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Other comments:

The Bookstore Plus is a hub on Main Street. I enjoy talking to the many residents that support our store. I am easy to find and happy to discuss any concerns Lake Placid residents may have.

I know there will be a learning curve as a new trustee, and I look forward to learning from Peter and Jason, who have several years board experience.