Letter: Vote Pat Brown For Select Board

This is a letter to the editor from a member of the community and does not reflect the views of Sudbury Patch

I’ve had the privilege of knowing Pat Brown over the last few years and have worked with her on several topics in town. She’s tirelessly available to the public, continually insightful and diplomatic in her viewpoints, and consistently demonstrates her commitment to and passion for Sudbury. And she’s incredibly smart, patient, and respectful—all important qualities to maintain on the Select Board. Please join me in voting for Pat Brown on Monday, March 30, for the following reasons:

1. Pat has the most experience and knowledge of town-related issues than any member of the Select Board. Her nearly encyclopedic knowledge of all things Sudbury (seriously, quiz her!)—from meetings and votes to finances and operations—are an incredible asset to this town and one we can’t afford to lose. She’s respected and admired for her pragmatic approach to decision-making, which is always driven by what's best for the town, not her personal interests.
2. Pat’s institutional knowledge is critical during this transition period with the new town manager starting in April. Her 6 years on the Select Board and 16 years of volunteerism interacting with more than 20 boards and committees is the kind of experience that the town manager can draw from and rely on as he assumes his new role. She adds tremendous value to the Board that is difficult to rival.
3. Pat has already started to work—and will continue her efforts—on addressing the current L-S Regional Agreement, which has not been amended since 1988 and is woefully out of compliance. With 71% of the town’s budget going toward education—100% of Sudbury Public Schools and 87.9% of Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School (a percentage that increases each year)—Pat recognizes the need to update the agreement in light of current educational and administrative requirements, to promote a seamless K–12 experience and to decrease duplication across the two administrations. This is an issue that every resident in Sudbury should be interested in having the Board tackle. Pat has the expertise, wherewithal, and dedicated time to get it done.

Pat makes the Select Board and Sudbury better. We are lucky to have her and need to ensure we retain her and appreciate all she offers the Board and this town. Please vote for Pat Brown for Select Board on Monday, March 30.

Sarah Olson Liberman
Hopestill Brown Road