As longtime Hampton Bays residents who care deeply for the future of not only Hampton Bays, but all of Southampton Town, we will be voting for Rick Martel for Southampton Town councilman. Rick has shown, through almost four decades of volunteer work with the youth, charities and civic organizations, his commitment to our town. Giving selflessly of his time and resources is the norm for Rick.
We also know Rick to be well informed as to the many issues our town is facing. He will work very hard to find fair and equitable solutions to these issues and to those involved.
It’s time for a change. Please consider voting for Rick Martel on November 5. He will work hard for all of us.
God bless America.
Shelli and Charlie Mercurio
Hampton Bays
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