Re-Elect Berkowicz to Inland Wetlands Board for Trusted Supervision of Ridgefield's Environment and Growth

I am writing in support of the re-election of Noah Berkowicz for the Ridgefield Inland Wetlands Board. Noah’s blend of professional skills, personal commitment to our town, and genuine respect for the natural environment make him the right person to continue guiding responsible growth in Ridgefield.

As a current member of the IWB, Noah has already shown that his background and his perspective are valuable to Ridgefield. In Noah's time on the IWB he has demonstrated thoughtful oversight of development guided by the need for transparency, balance, and accountability. He approaches matters before the IWB with fairness, advancing science-based best practices and with an eye towards the future. He recognizes the need to preserve our wetlands, protect our water quality and wildlife, and ensure that growth doesn’t come at the expense of the environment. His approach ensures that property owners’ needs are not ignored, while safeguarding the ecological character that makes Ridgefield so special.

Noah’s personal life is rooted in a respect for nature: he grew up attending a Montessori school on a farm, spending time outside, and learning the value of the land. He is a believer in all that makes Ridgefield special--the people, the places, and the environment he calls home. He is committed to ensuring Ridgefield remains a special place for all of us. Professionally, Noah brings years of experience in executive talent acquisition. This work requires a deep understanding of the goals of multiple constituencies and a commitment to making sure those goals are met. In other words, Noah’s professional life requires translating perspectives and building consensus, exactly the type of skills needed on the IWB.