The Tri-Town League of Women Voters will hold its Annual Candidates’ Night this year on Wednesday evening, April 29 at 7:00 pm in the Music Hall at 164 Front Street. It promises to include presentations by all contested candidates with a chance to hear their views on major issues as well as a brief overview of warrant and budget items.
There are going to be four contested races this year: Selectman, Moderator, Planning Board, and Marion School Committee. For the Select Board, challenger William Dale Jones will face incumbent Jonathan “Jody” Dickerson. After 35 years of service as Moderator, David Titus will step down following this year’s town meeting. Patricia A. McCardle and Matthew William Nowick will be vying for the gavel. The Planning Board race will have two openings on the ballot. Contestants will include two incumbents, Stephen Kokkins and Stephen Gonsalves, and two challengers, Jennifer Francis and Todd Richins. The Marion School Committee has two open positions on the ballot this year. Three candidates will seek to serve, including Michelle Ouellette, Jessica Harris, and David McDonald.
Two positions are unopposed: Assessor and Board of Health. Ray Pickles will seek a new three-year term on the Board of Assessors and John Howard wishes to serve on the Board of Health for another three-year term. There are no contestants for the Open Space Acquisition Commission’s available seat.
All contestants who have stepped up to run are to be congratulated for their willingness to serve in town government.
Key Dates to Remember:
Candidates’ Night – April 29
Town Meeting – May 11
Town Elections – May 15
For further information, please contact Nan Johnson at 508-748-0046. Sponsored by the MMR League of Women Voters.