Letters

My mother wanted me to be a brain surgeon, so after graduating from high school, I opened my medical practice. I know — at that point I had no college degree, nor a medical school diploma. I never interned at a hospital, or for that matter ever met a brain surgeon.

So, it came as no surprise that no patients came to my medical practice, which failed almost as soon as it started.

At this point, you must be asking yourself: What does all this have to do with the selection of the Southampton Town clerk in this November’s election?

The motive behind Mark Bernardo’s desire to run for the position of town clerk is highly questionable, as he has neither the education, training nor background for this important position. Mark’s working resume is as a freelance design director, in the entertainment field, where most business is conducted over three-martini lunches.

Sundy Schermeyer is the Southampton Town clerk, a position she has held for over 20 years, always cross-endorsed by all political parties. The office of town clerk is one of the most vital positions in town government, as the town clerk is responsible for collecting and storing all governmental records. Additionally, all licenses and permits are issued by the town clerk.

One of the most important functions the town clerk performs is as administrator of the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), which guarantees your right to know the workings of government.

So, you don’t have to be a brain surgeon, or even know one, to know that Sundy Schermeyer is the only candidate on the November ballot who can best fulfill the duties of Southampton Town clerk.

Vote for Sundy Schermeyer.

Stephen Ring

Hampton Bays