NORTH READING — The North Reading Republican Town Committee has sponsored “Candidates Night” since 2018. The purpose of the event is to give voters the opportunity to get to know candidates wishing to represent them.
This year is no different and the Candidates Night has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 29 at Kitty’s Restaurant, 123 Main St., in the rear function room. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
“The local level of representation is just as important as the national arena, many times even more so, since the decisions have a direct impact on property values, children’s education, town stability and growth,” stated NRRTC Chairman Jeff Yull.
There are five new candidates who will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and share their vision for North Reading. There are seven incumbents who can talk about the exciting activity generated during their term.
All candidates have been invited. They are:
Select Board: Incumbent Rich Wallner and new candidates Jeff Griffin, Catherine Morrin and Michael Scarlata.
Community Planning Commission (CPC) two-year term: appointed CPC member Ed Sheehan and challenger Jonathan Coste
CPC three-year terms: Incumbents Dave Rudloff and Warren Pearce
School Committee: Incumbents Noelle Rudloff and Jeff Friedman
Town Moderator: Incumbent John Murphy
Housing Authority: Newcomer Charles Carucci
THE ISSUES
The NRRTC has identified five significant issues facing taxpayers of North Reading:
• 36 Warrant articles (number can change)
• Education budget
• Three citizens petitions to change North Reading bylaws to accommodate the MBTA Communities 3A Act
• Capital Improvement Plan
• Feasibility study for West side fire station and value engineering study for currant fire station.
Come with your questions for the candidates.