It is time to inject positive energy, enthusiasm and follow-through into West Windsor politics. The people of West Windsor can and should demand that we move forward from the divisive institutional politics that have bogged down our town for the last several years. We can reject the negativity that has poisoned progress and put an end to the infighting that has been like quick-sand to positive initiatives. It is time to move forward! For only then can we achieve uncommon results.
In the August 12th issue of the WW-P News, George Borek announced that Council will be holding monthly budget meetings, an effort that I brought to council earlier this year and have continually pushed for. This effort should institute a year-round focus on bringing in outside revenues and cutting wasteful spending. I propose that we have a committee of volunteers focused on this effort year-round, similar to what we have for parks and recreation, human relations, and environmental sustainability to name a few. I’m happy that Council is moving forward on my recommendation, as it is an idea that the whole of Council can get behind.
Over the last few weeks I have met with and discussed township needs with the community. I’ve been at the train station, the community pool, the grocery store, the farmers market, and have walked the streets. Every day I’ve listened and learned what matters most to you. I have also met with the Mayor, the Police Chief, and several members of Council. The community has diverse needs and concerns and is tired of inaction and increasing property taxes. The Council is generally stuck in partisan battles (we are a non-partisan township). We need our Council to do the people’s business and to do our business with diligence and enthusiasm.
In the coming weeks and months, you will have the opportunity to hear from me and Diane Ciccone. We are both vying to fill the Council seat that Will Anklowitz vacated. There may be others who join the race, too. Let’s make this race about needs, ideas, and the ability to deliver the goods. Let’s reject negativity and the old style of West Windsor politics, which is about who you know and not what you can deliver.
I promise to run a positive campaign of which my three-year-old can be proud. I will run a campaign that reflects my ability to resolve your issues and needs with diligence and enthusiasm. I will bring you fresh and innovative ideas that will lower your cost of living and improve your quality of life. I will demonstrate to you that we can achieve uncommon results as a Council and community working together.
Andrew Hersh
5 Halstead Place
hersh.andrew@gmail.com
