“Support for Chapman
To the editor:
I am writing to express my strong support for Hank Chapman in the upcoming Village of Manlius mayoral elections on Tuesday March 18. His leadership, experience, and vision make him the best choice for our community.
I am a village resident, a member of the planning board, and have worked alongside Hank on various committees. I have observed and worked with him firsthand to improve our infrastructure in the village through his role as village board member, deputy mayor, and committee work.
Hank is open-minded, asks thoughtful questions, and truly listens to both residents and colleagues. He challenges assumptions and pushes boundaries to ensure decisions are deliberate and well-informed. This is evident in every interaction I have with Hank – whether in one-on-one conversations, attending village board meetings as a resident, or collaborating on committees.
One recent example was on our drive thru committee, where we discussed our current village code versus what the future could be, Hank came to every meeting prepared-with resident feedback, research on the other communities, and a strong ability to lead productive discussions, including our community forum.
During my time on the Revitalization Committee, I saw firsthand how Hank was consistently motivated to seek new grants and advance efforts to make our downtown more inviting. He came to every meeting prepared with ideas and research, demonstrating his commitment to strengthening our community.
I strongly believe that working across party lines is essential for the betterment of our society. While I have supported Democratic candidates more often in recent years, I have always voted for Hank Chapman when his name was on the ballot because of his dedication and leadership.
This year I am proud to support him once again – this time for mayor – because he is the leader our village needs. I encourage my fellow residents to vote on Tuesday, march 18 and join me in supporting Hank Chapman for mayor.“
Bridget Maloney, Manlius