For the past 30 years, I have had the pleasure of calling Southampton home. What an honor it has been to live in this beautiful village and bring up my family here.
I have gotten to know so many of you over the years. Whether it is as a neighbor, a parent from school, a fellow gym member, church friends, a Scout Troop 58 parent, through the Junior Fire Department, or someone I know through business, we have all worked together for the betterment of our community.
If you know me, you know how much I care about the future of our village — and I would like to continue working together as your trustee.
Why run for trustee now? That is simple — you! I want to be a voice for all residents and give back to the community that has given my family so much. With your ideas and support, I believe that we can make a real difference to ensure growth and prosperity for all.
Whether it’s revitalizing downtown, cleaning up Lake Agawam, or creating affordable housing to keep our younger residents and seniors here, there are many things we can do to improve village life. Together, we can accomplish it all.
I look forward to talking with each of you, hearing your concerns and suggestions, and brainstorming solutions to make the village a better place to live for all of us. The one promise I make is that I will always be an independent voice for the residents of Southampton and do what I believe is right, no matter the issue.
If you know me, you know I cannot help but speak my mind! That will never change.
It is time for a fresh voice and fresh ideas on the Village Board. I would be honored to have your support. For more information, please visit my website, www.gina4trustee.com, or email me at gina4shvtrustee@gmail.com.
Gina S. Arresta
Southampton Village
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