BRATTLEBORO — Our community faces real challenges, and the choice of who represents us in Montpelier matters.
The voters of Brattleboro District 3 have a great opportunity to elect an outstanding, dedicated, and talented citizen to represent us in Montpelier in the primary on Tuesday, Aug. 28. I believe that Tristan Toleno is the best person for the job.
Tristan has the right temperament. It is not just his energy, enthusiasm, and smarts. While Tristan has all these qualities, he also has the roots, connections, and commitment to our community.
He is well acquainted with the local, state, and global sustainability issues of our times, and he has what it takes to tackle the toughest issues facing our community and our state.
He is a straightforward and honest man with tremendous integrity who will quickly bond with the work in Montpelier. He already has a strong network and the crucial connections to help our community and the state as a whole.
Tristan made his commitment to Brattleboro and Vermont long ago. He grew up and attended both high school and college here. His children attend local schools, and his wife, Susie Webster-Toleno, is the minister of a local church.
His interest in our community and our state predates his involvement at a political level, and he has long since proven that he is a dedicated public servant.
Tristan has worked steadfastly for a healthier, safer, and more vibrant Brattleboro by serving on many boards and committees, such as Town Meeting Representative, a member of the board of Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce, as president of the Vermont Fresh Network, and as a member of the Civilian Police Communication committee, the Healthy Communities Coalition, the Sunrise Rotary, and many more.
Tristan also has years of experience in economic and business development and job creation, and he knows how to work with diverse groups of people - a real plus in the Legislature.
While I will miss the work and reward of being the representative for District 3, I wholeheartedly recommend that everyone go to the polls and cast a vote for Tristan Toleno. With his experience and creativity and his knowledge of statewide policy issues, Toleno is more than well-suited to represent us in Montpelier. He is a natural for the job.