letters to the editor/opinion

Sobieraski has been driven in fighting opioid epidemic, and supporting those with addiction

Posted 19 June 2019 at 6:38 am

Editor:

It is my pleasure to offer this letter in support of Brett Sobieraski as the next sheriff of Orleans County.  As a longtime resident of Orleans County, Brett loves his home community, is familiar with it and with its residents and is wholly committed to bringing his powerful combination of skills and experience to the county as your Sheriff.

It has come to my attention through traditional media coverage and social media coverage that Brett Sobieraski has been characterized as “an outsider” who knows nothing of the community he is running to serve and protect and neither is he committed to Orleans County as its next public servant.

This, in my opinion, is complete nonsense and falls in the category of campaign rhetoric that is often used as filler when the opponent is unable to develop a strong campaign message of his or her own to include a history of accomplishment and experience, a plan for and commitment to a solid plan for managing the position he or she is running for and a well-defined set of goals to which they are willing to be held accountable.

This characterization could not be further than the truth as it relates to Brett Sobieraski, a man I have come to know as a remarkable driven, solid, public servant dedicated to his constituents and to their safety and wellbeing. Brett has a complete and comprehensive plan for his role as Orleans County Sheriff and welcomes the opportunity to share that plan with anyone and everyone.

The Brett Sobieraski I know is passionate about his role in law enforcement, compassionate about the people of his community – often volunteering for causes that strike a sensitive chord for him such as the Special Olympics – a cause he has powerfully supported for many years.

In my present role as the CEO of Huther Doyle, a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment in the area, I have seen first-hand Brett’s fight to end the opioid epidemic by both holding accountable those selling drugs while also supporting those who have fallen prey to the disease of addiction. He understands and is a champion on both sides of this important issue.

The Brett Sobieraski I know is a fair, reasonable and balanced man who considers all opinions and welcomes dialogue and the experience of others to help inform his decisions while also being clear about his role as a leader and ultimately owning the decisions he makes as his own.

The Brett Sobieraski I know is driven to make the community he serves safe, secure, prosperous and productive. He has a proven record of doing just that in Rochester and in Orleans County where he has lived, raised a family and plans to stay as your next sheriff.

Make your vote count on June 25th.

Regards,

Kelly A. Reed

President & CEO

Huther Doyle

Holley trustee asks for support in today’s election

Posted 18 June 2019 at 2:50 pm

Editor:

I would like to encourage everyone to come out today from noon to 9 p.m. at the Village Office to cast your votes for James DeFilipps and Rochelle Moroz.

We are running for re-election as your representatives to the Village Board.

We have served you these past two years and would very much like to continue to serve as we move forward with the many changes and improvements to our village.

I personally would like to thank everyone who signed my petition so I could be put on the official ballot, and to let you know how much I enjoyed speaking with everyone I met.

Remember we do not run on any political party, because we represent all the residents of the Village, so look for the “P” for the people and the “Owl” for common sense, which is how we approach all our decisions and how they will affect all of us as a community.

Thank you for your support.

Rochelle Moroz

Holley

Murray assessor says campaign mailer had incorrect information

Posted 18 June 2019 at 10:57 am

Editor:

To the property owners residing in the Town of Murray, this letter is in response to an oversized campaign postcard I received last week where the writer questions my ethics as assessor.  When campaigning for the job as assessor in the Town of Murray in 1993, I stated that I would serve the Town of Murray residents in a fair and equitable manner. I have followed this practice throughout my career.

All assessed values of town and village properties are available on-line for public viewing. If anyone has any concerns or thoughts that town officials are benefiting with lower property assessments, please check for yourself. Appraising property is not a perfect science, but we have always given our best to be fair and produce an equitable roll.

Also stated is that the Town of Murray has one of the highest tax rates in Orleans County.  There are ten towns in Orleans County. The tax rates range from $4.03 per thousand to $9.28 per thousand. The Town of Murray is at $4.83 per thousand. I don’t consider this to be one of the highest.

Keep in mind that when an election is approaching, some candidates will intentionally make statements that are without merit, just to create attention for themselves. The Primary vote is fast approaching and I hope that the voters just stop and think about the statements that have been made attacking Town of Murray officials.

In my 25 years of experience, Supervisor Miller and the current board have done an excellent job and have indeed exhibited fiscal responsibility, with a decrease in our tax rate in 2017 and no increase in 2018.

Please take a minute to separate the facts from fiction and cast your vote on June 25 from noon until 9 p.m. at the Town of Murray building.

Thank you,

Lynn Wood

Town of Murray Assessor

Fuller has served Shelby well as highway superintendent

Posted 18 June 2019 at 9:22 am

Editor:

To the Town of Shelby residents, you will be going to vote in the primaries on June 25 and one of the positions that you will be voting for is the Shelby Highway Superintendent. In what I feel was a shocking move, the Shelby Republican committee did not endorse the incumbent highway superintendent, Mike Fuller, who has served the residents of the Town of Shelby for over 40 years.

All of those years were in the highway department as a highway worker, then deputy superintendent, and currently as highway superintendent. In that time, Mike learned and accumulated the knowledge needed to deal with the workings of the Highway Department.

He can do the jobs required by the MEO (motor equipment operator), and as deputy superintendent under the expert guidance of the prior highway superintendent, Carl Caleb. Mike learned to help manage, not only the men working for the department, but also the specifics about the job and budget that are needed to make the right decisions for the workings of the office.

Not only does Mike know and understand the job, his personal character lends itself to working well with the residents of the Town of Shelby and with his men. He does his job with a firm but fair attitude. Having worked for many years in the town offices myself, I know that some residents are so upset that they come through the door in a less than polite manner and expect what is upsetting them to be taken care of immediately. In all the time that I have known Mike, he has always kept his calm demeanor and dealt with the irate citizen in a very polite and professional manner…and as soon as he can, he addresses that citizen’s concerns.

Having FOI’ed many records of the Town of Shelby, I could list several things that would be upsetting to town residents and which are directly attributed to steps to discourage and discredit your current highway superintendent. However, I am respecting Mike’s position that he wants to run a clean campaign to maintain his job.

I do feel, though, it is only fair to address the things said by Dale Root in his letter of  May 9, 2019. The highway superintendent receives a salary for being highway superintendent and when said superintendent takes on the responsibility of the water superintendent, then he is compensated by a per unit fee to take on this responsibility.  This has been the practice for all highway superintendents for years.

As for the GPS system which Dale Root mentioned not being used, it is not being ignored by your highway superintendent, Mike Fuller. Mike is working on putting it into service on his own instead of having the town spend money on an engineer to do it. He realizes it is a complicated job to accomplish but is working diligently on it. I just wanted to make sure you, as residents, were clear on those issues.

As for better relations with the board as mentioned by Dale Root, I, for one, would rather Mike Fuller did his job with the best interests of the residents of the Town of Shelby in mind than to be the “yes man” that the board wants him to be. In Mike Fuller’s mind, the residents are the ones he serves and needs to keep happy….you are his true boss and he will always put you first.

Under new state rules, there will be a primary election on June 25thof this year. Please exercise your right to vote.

Let Mike Fuller continue to serve with the same expertise and caring as he has done in the past 40 years. We don’t need change when the job is being done efficiently already.

Sincerely,

Gerry Zinkievich

Shelby

Former Shelby Town Clerk

Bourke has shown his commitment to Orleans County for more than 30 years

Posted 17 June 2019 at 9:56 pm

Editor:

What’s integrity? Recently I have heard that question asked among people quite often. My answer to that is I feel it is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values, rather than personal gain.

For the time I have known Christopher Bourke he has shown me these qualities. Also having served 30-plus years with the same law enforcement department proves his ability to adapt to an ever-changing world.

In 30 years, times have changed. Chris has continued to work in this county and progress with these changes. At times we must look at the larger picture, and focus on what’s best for all.

We need to stop trying to divide our county, and come together. Remember there is strength in unity! I support Bourke for sheriff. He has supported the communities of Orleans County for over 30 years. And he will continue to support his county.

God bless you Chris, and God bless Orleans County.

Question for people: “Who can walk around your house better than you in the dark?” No one because you have spent your entire life there.

Rev. Trellis Pore

Albion

Former deputy who now works for RPD backs Sobieraski for sheriff

Posted 17 June 2019 at 4:37 pm

Editor:

My name is Herbert McClellan and I have been a resident of Orleans County my entire life. In 1992 I joined the Orleans County Sheriff’s Department as a road patrol deputy. I had the opportunity to work as both an investigator and sergeant, prior to lateralling to the Rochester Police Department in 2000.

I have been a police officer with the RPD for the past 19 years. During my career I have had the unique opportunity to work with both individuals currently running for the office of sheriff in Orleans County. I have the utmost confidence that Brett Sobieraski is the best candidate for this position.

Brett is a highly motivated, accomplished and proven leader. Brett and I both work in the Special Operations Division at RPD. I have spent many years working with Brett on the SWAT team and as a member of the Tactical Unit. I have seen Brett’s leadership, professionalism and work ethic first hand while dealing with very stressful and dangerous situations.

Brett leads by example and has gained the respect of the officers and investigators that work for him. As the sergeant of GRANET (Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team), Brett works and coordinates routinely with federal agencies including the DEA and ATF as well as state and local agencies, including the Orleans County Drug Task Force.

GRANET is at the forefront in the battle against the sale and distribution of illegal opioids and other illicit drugs in and around Western New York. GRANET, under Brett’s leadership, has taken numerous high-level drug dealers and violent felony offenders off of the streets not only in the Rochester area but in surrounding towns and counties as well.

Brett is dedicated, caring and committed to his community. He has been a youth wrestling coach in Orleans County and spent many hours over the years encouraging them to reach their potential both on and off the mats. In addition, he has been involved in multiple events to raise money, amounting to over $80,000 for charities including Special Olympics, Veterans Outreach and Huntington Disease Research, to name a few.

He has also founded his own charity, Limitless Racing, which enables disabled children to participate in local road races by having a partner push their racing strollers. Brett has also competed in many significant ultra-endurance events to provide support and raise awareness.  He swam 32 miles across Lake Ontario to benefit the families of fallen United States Navy Seals.  In addition, he has run in several 50-hour races to benefit New York State Special Olympics. He has also run multiple 100-mile races and competed in the Badwater 135-mile ultra-marathon in California’s Death Valley. He has participated many times in the New York Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run and many Polar Plunges.

All of this he has done to bring awareness and attention to those who are in need. Throughout these journeys he has encouraged his fellow brothers in blue to participate alongside him and to donate to causes that truly deserve attention. His motivation, focus and positive attitude are contagious.

In addition to his time spent raising awareness, Brett has been on the Drug Rehab Board of Directors at Huther Doyle Addiction Treatment Center for the past 18 years. He is truly dedicated to rehabilitation for those addicted to drugs and seeks to end the influx of illicit drugs into our area. To say that he is dedicated to the communities in which he lives and works is an understatement.

It is for the reasons listed above that I believe you will not find an individual more deserving of the position of sheriff of Orleans County. I know that Brett will be successful as our sheriff and will bring knowledge, character, integrity, passion, and leadership to the office.

These are the qualities of the leader we need to affect positive change in our community.

Sincerely,

Herbert McClellan

Town of Carlton

Business owner urges support for Napoli in Ridgeway

Posted 17 June 2019 at 11:55 am

Editor:

Please join me in supporting Brian Napoli in the upcoming primary for Ridgeway town supervisor on June 25.

A little over three years ago my wife and I moved our business to the town of Ridgeway. This was no easy task, but with local politicians like Mr. Napoli being both willing and eager to help, it was possible.

As we continue to grow and create jobs, Mr. Napoli has been, and continues to be there every time we need him.

Casey A. Decker, President

Sierra Biological Inc.

Lonsberry says Sobieraski is proven leader and would serve with distinction as sheriff

Posted 17 June 2019 at 10:12 am

Editor:

Brett Sobieraski isn’t the better politician.

But he is the better cop.

And he deserves to win the Republican primary for Orleans County sheriff. More correctly, the good people of Orleans County deserve to have him win.

Because they deserve a Sheriff’s Office held to the highest standards and motivated by the highest values. And the deputies of that department deserve a sheriff who can lead and inspire them to their highest potential.

That sheriff is Brett Sobieraski.

He is a man who believes in leading from the front, and in leading from the heart. He’s first through the door, first across the finish line, and first to worry about the needs of his officers. He can out run, out fight and out shoot 99 percent of the men and women in law enforcement. And he does that not as a hard-ass, but as a compassionate and encouraging leader, who loves the people he serves, the people he leads, and the people he polices.

This is a request to Republicans in Orleans County that they vote for Brett Sobieraski for sheriff.

That may go against the political grain. Brett doesn’t have any friends or coworkers on the committees. He hasn’t cozied up to the unions. He hasn’t made any deals. He’s not a you-scratch-my-back-I’ll-scratch-yours kind of guy.

But he is a man of character who can be trusted. And he will discharge the duties of sheriff with honor, integrity, competence and professionalism. The people of Orleans County will be assured that their tax dollars are being used wisely, that their communities are being protected professionally, and that the deputies in their service are of the highest quality and integrity.

As the region has fought the battle against drugs, it turned to Brett Sobieraski for leadership. As the region strove to train new officers to the highest professional standards, it turned to Brett Sobieraski for leadership. And when, years on end, a major metropolitan SWAT team needed rock-solid command, it turned to Brett Sobieraski for leadership.

If your family was in danger, you would want a cop like Brett Sobieraski to answer the call. If your teenager was troubled and straying, you would want a man like Brett Sobieraski to sit and talk to him. If your sheriff’s department was operating below its potential, you would Brett Sobieraski to take its helm.

What I know of Brett Sobieraski I have read in the faces and stories of the officers he has led, trained and served with for the last 20 years. They love him. They admire him. They strive to be like him. He is a legendary friend, a trusted leader, and an inspiration to all. He is not just a good guy, a pal, he is a law-enforcement leader who raises everyone’s performance by walking in the room.

Bringing his personality and ability to the Orleans County sheriff’s office will electrify the deputies and enhance law enforcement across the entire county. He fights crime all day, every day, and never lets up in the fight to protect people, track down criminals and care for victims.

Much is made of the fact that Brett Sobieraski is an endurance athlete. He swam across Lake Ontario, he ran 175 miles straight on the Erie Canal, he ran 135 miles from the bottom of Death Valley to the top of Mount Whitney in the middle of summer – and beat two-thirds of the elite athletes he was competing against.

That’s pretty good for a middle-aged man.

And it’s a pretty good insight into who that middle-aged man is.

Brett Sobieraski is someone who never quits. No matter what. He pushes on. He gets through. At no matter what toll to himself.

And he does it for the benefit of others. Not a single one of his various adventures has ever been for personal glory or benefit – they have all been to inspire and raise money for others.

And all along the way, he teaches.

A hundred and twenty-five miles into his Special Olympics run along the Erie Canal, he was joined by a group of young people taking a law-enforcement class. They were awe struck and he was engaging, leading them beside him for several miles, asking about their goals and advising on how to reach them, though he had himself at that point been running non-stop for almost a day and a half. On another run, halfway to a hundred miles to raise money for the Veterans Outreach Center, three hours before dawn in a driving snow storm, he spoke to my son, giving him encouragement and acceptance, empowering him to run along at his side.

That same spirit will be part of every interaction between Sheriff Brett Sobieraski and the noble men and women who wear the uniform of the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office. He will always be leading, teaching and loving.

He will likewise bring the same spirit of servant leadership to the people, institutions and law-enforcement agencies of Orleans County. This sheriff will be who he’s supposed to be – the county’s protector.

And you can bank on that.

Brett Sobieraski will not let you down.

Brett Sobieraski doesn’t let anybody down.

And that’s why I am asking Republicans to support him in the primary, and everyone to support him on Election Day.

Because he is not the better politician.

He is the better man.

And he is the man Orleans County needs and deserves.

Bob Lonsberry

Mount Morris

(Lonsberry is a talk show host and columnist for WHAM 1180 in Rochester.)

Republicans have empty promises for improving healthcare

Posted 15 June 2019 at 10:35 am

Editor:

It is now been 10 years since the Republicans have promised to replace the Affordable Care Act. To date, they have no plans other than to take away your health care. Where is the leadership? Republicans have talked about block grants but have never seriously proposed any plans. What Republicans have proposed is to put limits on pre-existing conditions and to allow younger, healthier people to forgo health insurance which will drive up cost of health insurance for those in need of insurance.

Under Mr. Trump’s and Republican leadership, drug prices are raising at rates far above the cost of living. Republicans have failed to take the issue of health care seriously. They have failed to see the real pain of the constituents they serve.

William Fine

Brockport

Sobieraski exemplifies determination and leadership with focus on others

Posted 15 June 2019 at 9:26 am

Editor:

This letter is to highlight a person who exemplifies determination and leadership. I have personally witnessed Brett Sobieraski dedicate countless volunteer hours in support of Special Olympics New York athletes.

Brett has always gone above and beyond to help Special Olympics New York reach its mission in providing athletes with year-round training at no cost to them.

Most notably, Brett Sobieraski completed a 50-hour continuous run to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics. His 50 for 50 mission raised enough funds to sponsor 25 Special Olympics athletes to participate in sports for an entire year. His determination was on full display as he ran from Buffalo to Syracuse without pausing for sleep. In fact, Brett ran his entire birthday. He never lost sight of his goal – to support Special Olympics athletes.

Brett Sobieraski has also had a vital role in other fundraisers to benefit his friends at Special Olympics New York. He activity participates in the Rochester Polar Plunge, the Law Enforcement Torch Run and Cops on Top at Dunkin’. Brett always leads a team of law enforcement members that volunteer their time during these events.

I am personally inspired by all that Brett takes on. There is no doubt that he is an outstanding and effective leader. I am positive he will do right by members of the community and that all will find a sense of trust and pride with him as their leader.

Luke Folts

Director of Program – Unified Sports

Special Olympics New York

Pittsford

Napoli has proven to be hard-working town supervisor for Ridgeway

Posted 14 June 2019 at 9:21 pm

Editor:

To the residents of Ridgeway, I would ask for a few moments of your time to tell you about my friend, Brian Napoli. I was fortunate enough to work for the Town of Ridgeway for a few years and my observations may help you with your decision in the upcoming Republican primaryon (June 25 and the general election in November.

Brian Napoli is one of the hardest working people I have ever met. Smart? Ethical? Sure, but more importantly, hard working. He can take a complex problem, break that problem down to its component factors, analyze and mitigate those factors and come up with viable solutions to that problem.

I watched him do that again and again. Town budgets, contract negotiations, personnel matters or the concerns of a frustrated taxpayer, he never failed to present imaginative solutions to the rest of us on the Town Board. He can methodically and pragmatically work through problems, always with the Ridgeway taxpayer in mind.

Brian Napoli’s dedication to the town manifests itself in accessibility. His regular business hours at town hall and by cell phone in off hours, attendance at all luncheons, dinners, conferences, county meetings, private business meetings, community meetings, church gatherings, any venue which directly or indirectly affects town business in any way, is legendary. I still remember when Brian Napoli and I put our best face forward to be pelted with tomatoes to assist in a community fund raising project.

Brian Napoli is also a networking marvel. If the town needs guidance or assistance from some other governmental agency or jurisdiction or community organization, they take Brian’s phone calls and react. In my experience, those reactions were always favorable to the Town of Ridgeway.

The highest form of praise I know comes from street vernacular and it’s “he’s a standup guy.” Brian Napoli is a standup guy.

He does, of course, have his flaws. He is terrible at self-promotion. His many accomplishments as town supervisor have to be cataloged by others. Where the financial health of the Town of Ridgeway is concerned, he is inflexible. If it does not benefit the town, or at least be cost neutral, it will not happen. Finally, having worked with Brian Napoli, he expects everyone else to work as hard as he does. That can be difficult.

Please do not just take my word that Brian Napoli is a hardworking and effective town supervisor who absolutely deserves re-election, talk to anyone who knows him. Town, village or county leaders, planning board members, church leaders or the people with whom you might share a cup of coffee or perhaps a beer. Don’t be surprised if you hear “Brian Napoli? Yeah he’s a standup guy…”

Paul J. Blajszczak

Ridgeway

Sheriff works for the people, not politicians, in defending citizens’ rights

Posted 13 June 2019 at 6:27 pm

Editor:

Once again, we have a hotly contested sheriff’s race, with the Republican primary only days away. Before you go to vote, understand what the office of sheriff entails.

According to the NYS Sheriff’s Association (and NY state requirements), to hold the office of Sheriff or Undersheriff, a person must have at least 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university or have five years experience in leadership and management; and five years experience in one of the following: law enforcement, public safety, corrections, court security, civil process, or like experience in the criminal justice, legal field or military command.

We have been brainwashed into thinking that the sheriff has to please the legislature, the country executive, the DA, or other political figures. As Andy of Mayberry often said, “We have to keep the mayor happy.” We have also been taught that the sheriff is the top law-enforcer, making him no more than a Super Cop. If this was the case, the county would be hiring the sheriff, just as it hires other police officers.

But the office of sheriff is so much more than enforcing laws. This position goes back centuries, when the sheriff worked for the king. With the Magna Carta, his position was changed to working for the people. When our country was established, that position was incorporated into our governmental structure. The sheriff enforces the nation’s laws—providing they do not go against the Constitution—protects the lives and property of its people, and safeguards the health and morals of the community.

But most importantly, the sheriff works for the people. That means he does not answer to the legislature, the county executive, or any other person in power. That means that the legislature and county executive have no say in the sheriff’s business. That means that the sheriff protects his people’s Constitutional rights, even against the “king’s” men.

If state or federal agencies try to act against the people in the county, they must first go through the sheriff, who will wisely decide if their actions are justifiable or if they are infringing on the rights of the people.

Therefore, if you cannot depend on your candidate to defend your rights, or if he is beholden to political leaders, or focused solely on law enforcement rather than combining it with community enhancement and cooperation, then he does not understand that the position of sheriff is a unique position unlike any other in law enforcement. And he will not be a Constitutional Protective Sheriff.

Judith Larkin

Ridgeway

Holley mayor urges support for DeFilipps and Moroz in June 18 election

Posted 13 June 2019 at 6:21 pm

Editor:

To the my fellow residents of Holley, we have an election for Village Trustees this Tuesday, June 18. I am writing this letter in support of Jim DeFilipps and Rochelle Moroz. Jim has been a Trustee for the past 3 years and Rochelle for 2 years. Over the past few years residents have seen and heard about much activity and progress in the Village including the following:

Planning efforts such as the new Comprehensive Plan, and “Revitalize Holley” Program which is currently in progress

Construction projects such as Holley Gardens (Holley High School renovation), water and sidewalk infrastructure improvement projects, milling and resurfacing of Route 31 and 237, and Diaz property cleanup efforts.

Community improvements such as park Improvements and the Holley Community Garden which is now in its very successful second year.

Addressing Vacant Properties such as 89 Public Square which has been listed on Landmark Society’s “Five to Revive” and recently obtained by our Village of Holley LDC, and of course the Diaz homes being returned to the tax rolls with only 2 still under construction.

Equipment upgrades such as our new Kubota track machine which will be used in the park and as our new sidewalk snow plow – obtained through SAM Grant and assistance from Senator Ortt valued at $51,000.

These are a sampling of projects and efforts that have been underway and ongoing within your Village and there is much more to do! In addition to our designated responsibilities, we as a board, have taken on all these projects in an effort to put Holley in the best position possible for success, now and into the future.

This is a very aggressive approach, probably more than what people have seen in many years. None of this could be possible without the hard work of our Village staff and just as importantly the support of our Village Board.

The board, which I consider a management team, has worked solidly together, and with our staff, to keep these projects on track. There is a lot more involved than a once a month meeting. Every expense and every decision is carefully considered and a lot of time is dedicated to that.

Both of these trustees and current candidates for re-election are hardworking and dedicated to serving the Village and have been an integral part of the success of these efforts. I support them and their re-election 100 percent and respectfully ask you for your support and most importantly your votes for Jim DeFilipps and Rochelle Moroz on Tuesday, June 18.

Respectfully,

Mayor Brian Sorochty

Holley

Sidonio would give Murray better direction in leadership

Posted 13 June 2019 at 7:49 am

Editor:

We are quickly approaching another election cycle and the Town of Murray more than ever needs new leadership and someone who can right this sinking ship.

I moved to Murray about 6 years ago hoping and thinking that getting out of Monroe County would lessen the financial burden on my family, and at first I was right. However, the last few years I have been hammered with rising taxes to the tune of a 25 percent increase in my property tax bills. That’s stifling for a middle class family to try to keep up with and I am sure I am not alone.

We as residents shouldn’t be complacent and accept rising taxes and fiscal irresponsibility year after year. We should expect the leaders and representatives of our town to fight for us and find ways to keep families thriving not just surviving in our town. Which is why we need change and we need it now.

The person I believe who can bring us back on track to a thriving town is Joe Sidonio. Joe is running for supervisor of Murray and he has my wholehearted support. Joe is an established business man who has the fiscal knowledge and fortitude to strengthen the Murray economy, not laden it with higher taxes and more unnecessary laws regulating its residents.

I’ve known Joe for about 5 years, and in those 5 years I’ve learned that he loves his family and he loves his town and he fights for and wants what is best for both. Joe is running for supervisor not for his own personal gains. He is running because he truly cares for the town and the people living in it.

His incredible work ethic, integrity, and passion are exactly what this town needs to get back on track. Let’s elect someone who will fight to make our town a better place to live and one that we can proudly raise our families in.

Adam Moore

Holley

Sobieraski would bring needed change in fighting crime, which doesn’t stop at county lines

Posted 13 June 2019 at 7:45 am

Editor:

I write this in regard to the letter sent in to the Orleans Hub by Bob Harker or Clarendon. He states that Sgt. Sobieraski had dealt with issues in urban areas and not rural areas. Well now Mr. Harker, exactly how far from Orleans County are the urban areas?

I have worked at the Monroe County Jail for the last 20 years, and I can safely say that crime does not stop at the county line. City and suburban crime does come to Orleans County. No longer can the residents of Orleans County say, “not here in my quiet neighborhood.”

People have got to get their heads out of the sand and realize that society and the crimes they commit have changed over the years.

Just because Sgt. Sobieraski has been employed for 27 years in the city, does not mean he is unaware of the problems we have in Orleans County. Sgt. Sobieraski will be a pro-active sheriff, not a reactive one.

Change can be hard, change can be good and in this election, change is what is needed.

P.S. Criminals don’t read or use road maps.

Thank you,

Carol A. Tibbits

Albion