To the Editor: Kingston’s Ward 1 Primary Election is June 24. Sara Pasti, the current Ward 1 Alderwoman, is our choice. She is endorsed by the Kingston Democratic Committee.

As a member of the Common Council, it takes a special determination to represent ALL the residents of the Ward — even those whose opinions you may not share. Acting as liaison between constituents and the city government, the job involves making decisions on complex matters that affect the entire city — from approving the city’s budget to passing laws that lay the groundwork for our city’s present and future health, safety and prosperity.

Sara has served our ward and community very well during her nearly two years in office. As a member of the Council, she has taken action to improve public safety — including safer walking to Edson and Bailey schools in Ward 1 and pushing for a citywide 25 mph speed limit. She also voted in favor of Kingston’s establishing its own ambulance corps and supported the city’s efforts to take ownership of long-abandoned houses, seek grants and subsidies, develop vacant properties across the city and partner with the Kingston Housing Authority, the Kingston City Land Bank and RUPCO to build affordable housing.

To council committees and community boards, Sara brings intelligence, an ability to collaborate with others and a commitment to making our city better for all its residents.

Prior to her service on Kingston’s Common Council, Sara served as a member of the Beacon City Council for six years. Because she knows what government can do, she has proven herself an exceptionally capable public servant. Not only do we want Sara Pasti to continue to represent Ward 1, we’d like to see more council members with her knowledge, fairness and problem-solving skills!

Ward 1 Residents:

Lyn DelliQuadri

Carol Dowley

John Dowley

Hayley Downs

Rachel Evans

Barbara Hill

Elizabeth Kern

Mikey Palms

Lisa Suppies