I write in regards to Kimberly Allan’s commitment to continue serving as a trustee for our village.
In the nearly five years I have known her and worked with her on a number of local initiatives, I have repeatedly and consistently seen in action Kimberly’s commitment to our community, whether supporting our seniors through the Senior Citizen Affairs Committee or through dogged consensus building (for example, among stakeholders to rationally reduce externalities of pervasive use of gas-powered leaf blowers).
For those who know Ms. Allan, this summary will ring true. For those that do not yet know Kimberly, reach out and get to know her — you will not be disappointed. She exemplifies the notion of action through local service.
Nestor Gounaris
Southampton
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