I am writing in support of Mary Townsend’s candidacy for the Cape Elizabeth School Board. I have had the privilege of working with Mary recently, and I can confidently say her extraordinary work ethic and approachability make her the ideal candidate.

In addition to being extremely open minded, Mary actively solicits opinions from many community members. Mary is a consensus builder; whether working with high school students, parents or senior citizens, she has a genuine interest in

our community. What I am most impressed with about Mary is her ability to see the bigger picture and the willingness to always ask whether or not a certain proposed measure is beneficial to our community.

Mary Townsend possesses a great vision of investing in our schools while understanding what is economically feasible for Cape Elizabeth. She has innovative ideas to improve the business of education in these economically trying times. There is no one more dedicated to the welfare of our youngest citizen’s education than Mary Townsend. I urge you in joining me to vote for

Mary Townsend for the Cape Elizabeth School Board.

Anna Tranfaglia