Holmdel...Let’s have a fresh start.

October 6, 2018

Here’s why I’m supporting Cathy
Weber and Prakash Santhana for election to the Township Committee. I
don’t need to always agree with local officials, but I do expect
them to demonstrate integrity, support transparency, encourage
community involvement, and act in the best interests of Holmdel.
I’ve known Cathy for nearly 25 years and Prakash for nearly 20.
They consistently demonstrate the qualities I value. It’s the rare
candidate who demonstrates those qualities, and is smart, creative,
passionate and, yes, nice. Both Cathy and Prakash have taken the
time to talk with me about: how to ensure that residents feel their
concerns matter; what innovative means can lessen reliance on local
taxes; and how to safeguard the bucolic nature of our community.

Many of you know Cathy as a “go-to”
person who gets things done. Fewer know Prakash, who I worked with
for nearly a decade. Prakash not only shares my values, but he
earned an MBA from Wharton; is a managing director of one of the
foremost consulting companies; and is a recognized expert on
blockchain, fintechs, analytics, cybersecurity, and financial
services. He’s the real deal.

Let’s not screw this one up. If you
believe in the importance of integrity and transparency (think
consent agenda, Bell Works, turf field), and if you want officials
who encourage resident feedback and input (remember resident advisory
committees?), the choice this year is really easy. Vote for Cathy
and Prakash. Let’s have a fresh start.

Michael Timko

Holmdel