Written by For the first time in many years, Clinton has two open seats on its Board of Selectmen. It’s a tremendous opportunity to shape the future of the board, and our town, and that is why I am enthusiastically endorsing Jessica Spano for one of those open seats.
Jessica isn’t your typical Clinton candidate. She’s young, a woman, and relatively new to town. That newness, however, hasn’t stopped her from getting involved and sharing her ideas and expertise. She brings a point of view that is hers alone in the field, one I think the Board of Selectmen sorely needs.
When I formed the board’s Marketing and Communication subcommittee in 2017, Jessica was the first to apply. But it’s how she applied that really impressed me. Where most would send a simple email expressing interest in serving, Jessica took the time to spell out in detail what she loved about Clinton and what we could do to make the town and quality of life here better, both for residents and potential business owners.
Jessica has a background in retail marketing and management, with an eye toward customer service and user experience — two things I find critical in a good public servant. I have always found her thoughtful and easy to work with, yet determined and firm in her beliefs. She is a good teammate and a steady leader. She is passionate about Clinton, but understands the challenges working in municipal government brings when trying to enact change. She will make our town a better place to live, work and own a business.
Jessica Spano is the kind of fresh, forward-facing person the Clinton Board of Selectmen needs. She believes in our community, and I believe in her. I hope you’ll join me Monday, June 10, in voting for her for Board of Selectmen.
Polls are open Monday, June 10, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Clinton Town Hall. For more information on Jessica Spano, visit facebook.com/jessicaspanoforselectwoman.
Sean Kerrigan, Clinton Select Board 