Thursday, 31 August 2017 16:41

Commission Form of Government is Envied

Why change a form of government that has created, in partnership with its citizens and volunteer groups, a city which is the envy of the nation?

Proponents of change say the present charter is antiquated, although their proposed city manager form of government is only 8 years younger. And our charter was extensively amended and updated only 16 years ago.

Our commission form of government has always looked at the needs for our procedures and investments. City government has created a one-of-a-kind solar energy farm, created new recreational facilities, acquired land for conservation and trails, promoted quality economic development, and has six-year plans for roads, water, sewer and other capital projects.

The charter change group whines that it is confusing to deal with city hall. The city's website explains all activities and services. If someone does not have a computer, there is always the telephone 518-859-3550, and any department would be happy to assist the caller.

They promise that politics will disappear from the council. In truth, where there is an election there will always be politics and where there are groups of people there will always be disagreements and arguments.

It is always better to have 5 commissioners who are knowledgeable about how the city is really run determining our city's future than a king bureaucrat with a rubber stamp group of council members who have been fed limited information on which to make decisions.

Vote no to protect our great city.

Joe Dalton

Saratoga Springs

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