This would be a good time for you folks to draft Patrick Cepola for Mayor. Seriously! Patrick has the interest in our community that we are not seeing from anyone else, the desire to serve the community, and the will to make our government transparent. We have always admired his ability to work in the community and to point out those things that are wrong or corrupt. The criticism aimed at Patrick is that he is a gadfly, butts in where he’s not wanted, etc. This is possibly because he is so effective.
One criticism that might hurt him is to focus on each and every issue. He should be convinced to focus on the bigger picture such as economics, a forensic audit, hiring practices and the like, and not worry about extra money spent on legal pads and copy toner.
Patrick is very approachable and may be willing to run if he is given enough support. The need is now and there is time to launch a good campaign. Let’s work together and make it happen.
