Dear Neighbor,

I am working in the Assembly to improve the quality of life in Tompkins and Cortland counties by creating and retaining good jobs, ensuring our children receive a quality education, keeping college affordable and making sure our families have access to quality health care.

The 2008 legislative session is getting underway, and we will begin working toward passing a budget, cutting property taxes and stimulating our upstate economy.

I am hosting town meetings to hear what you, the people, want to see accomplished in Albany this legislative session. The opinions of my constituents are vital to helping me better represent you. Together we can work to make our community a better place to live, work and raise a family.