“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
“Support for Chapman
To the editor:
For almost 10 years I have lived in the village of Manlius, at the top of Pleasant Street. For all of those years I have witnessed vehicles recklessly entering the clearly marked wrong weay, speeding down the street. It has been a conversation of frustration and anger for the residents at the top of Pleasant Street. Several times cars entering the wrong way have created a “near miss” event when backing out of our driveways or raking leaves into the road for pickup. Now as a parent of young children this has become an alarming concern for their safety too.
Our late neighbor, Marcia Sullivan started the process of bringing awareness to members of the village board to rectify this hazard. Recently, several solutions for our problem were proposed and explored. After years of waiting for a solution, we can finally breathe a sigh of relief in the reconstruction of the end of Pleasant Street. Hank Chapman proved his dedication to village residents by taking on this project. He facilitated meetings with government officials to find an acceptable solution to meet the needs of the village and its concerned residents. He maintained transparency throughout the process to keep the neighbors aware of the progress and future plans.
The number of drivers entering the wrong way at the top of Pleasant Steet has monumentally decreased after narrowing the end of the road and adjusting the angle of the street end. We already feel safer and happier with the improvement to the road. This change to Pleasant Street is proof of Hank Chapman’s commitment to listening and helping the residents in our village. He has my vote for mayor on March 18 and I hope you will join me in voting the same as well.”
Maggie Hickey, Manlius
“Support for Chapman
To the editor:
As a volunteer member of the Village of Manlius Parks and Recreation Board of the past two and a half years, I have had the great pleasure of working with Hank Chapman. In my experience, Hank has provided support to the board and its members. Hank consistently solicited ideas for improvement, worked at community events, and attended monthly meetings. Hank was a sounding board for innovation and encouraged creative ideas about the use of the village parks or community programming for families. Most importantly, Hank frequently checked in with board members, shared communication from the village trustees, and created a partnership between the village board and the parks and recreation board.
Hank’s historical knowledge of the village and its programs is a true asset. Hank was fair and balanced in sharing his knowledge. He delivered context about past village decisions and potential challenges that allowed the parks and recreation board to make informed decisions about key recreation programs such as the summer playground program.
Even amongst a group of volunteers passionate about recreation opportunities for village citizens, Hank and his wife Jenn were almost always the first to volunteer to attend and work village recreation events.
Perhaps you have seen them smiling as Mr. and Mrs. Claus at trunk-or-treat, at Perry Springs Park and Fish Hatchery, in a Fourth of July parade, at a welcome table at the ski and skate sale or handing out treats at a family Valentines Day dance.
I have a great respect for the time and energy Hank has selflessly gifted to the village parks and recreation board thus am thrilled for the opportunity to cast my vote for Hank as village mayor. Please join me in supporting Hank Chapman for mayor.”
Ashley Summers, Manlius
“A vote for Pilewski is a vote for the village of Manlius
To the editor:
In 2013, when Tom Pilewski ran for his first term on the Manlius Village Board of Trustees, I wrote a letter to the Eagle Bulletin editor urging my fellow residents to cast their votes for him. At that time, my endorsement was based on my decades-long friendship with Tom, his wife Lisa, and their family, his comprehensive and relevant professional career encompassing sales, management, entrepreneurship, and academia, and his smart, reasonable lets-get-it-done approach to problem solving.
A dozen years later, Tom has an established track record, and I am back to endorse him again.
As a trustee, Tom has demonstrated his tireless commitment to our village in a number of ways: he is responsive, actively engaging with neighbors and community events; he takes his service on the Board seriously, utilizing his membership to enhance the quality of or village infrastructure and economy; and perhaps most importantly, he is a fierce advocate for maintaining the budget and containing expenditures, prioritizing the taxpayers’ “wallets,” as well as their needs and wants. He led, for example, the board’s efforts to transition to energy-efficient street lighting and to secure a new information technology provider, a projected saving of $20,000 a year!
Tom’s resolve to keep costs down is unwavering.
On March 18, village boards elections will once again give us a voice and an opportunity to shape and strengthen our community. I strongly encourage you to show up to keep the momentum growing, and to cast your Manlius village trustee vote for my friend Tom Pilewski.
Jennifer Bohanan, Manlius