The writer is a state senator from the Windham District, representing Guilford, Vernon, and 17 other Windham County towns.
BRATTLEBORO-During his years of service as a member and chair of the Guilford Selectboard, Zon Eastes has demonstrated attention to detail, a calm and steady demeanor even in highly charged moments, and a genuine commitment to actions that serve the best interests of Guilford.
He does not act with his own interest or the interests of only his supporters in mind. He takes the broad view, considers the facts and the options for action, listens to others, and then decides how to proceed for the good of the whole community.
I have had the opportunity to collaborate with Zon and have been impressed both by the quality of his work and by his thorough and thoughtful approach.
Zon also has provided regional and statewide leadership in the arts community. He has demonstrated that he knows how to work effectively with individuals and groups to achieve shared goals for the common good.
We all know how well Sara Coffey represented Guilford and Vernon in the Windham-1 seat at the State Legislature. It is significant and not surprising that Sara endorsed Zon to be her successor.
Wendy Harrison
Brattleboro
The writer is a state senator from the Windham District, representing Guilford, Vernon, and 17 other Windham County towns.
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