As someone who’s deeply involved with the Eldred Central School School District as a parent, taxpayer, coach, philanthropist and businessman, I’ve seen firsthand the commitment, ideas, leadership and openness of current school board member Jamie Burns.

His proven leadership, vision and experience is why I am voting for Mr. Burns—and why he continues to deserve our trust. Additionally, his proven leadership and experience as a sergeant in the military, as a volunteer coach and Scoutmaster for decades in our town, as a business manager, a father and school board member are vastly superior to that of his opponent.

While a small group of anti-school naysayers in town are throwing around false numbers and screaming that the sky is falling, the reality is that Jamie and the current board have not only lowered the tax liability on our community, but have also helped address declining enrollment by expanding our pre-K program and support the district’s current efforts to market the schools to new residents.

It is with this that I implore you to join me in supporting the re-election of Jamie Burns. He is the only candidate with the experience and sound judgment to continue to help the district move forward in a responsible, open manner.

David Binkowski

Glen Spey, NY