Getting educated about UTOPIA

One of the main issues Centerville residents want to talk about when I meet them is UTOPIA. I started knowing very little about UTOPIA and knew that I needed to learn more.
A few weeks ago, each of the candidates for city council was invited to an information meeting to learn the ins and outs of UTOPIA and how it affects our city, businesses, and residents. I was surprised to learn that I was the only candidate to respond and attend the information meeting. It really gave me a better understanding of what UTOPIA is and how to best answer questions of those I meet. (To learn about my thoughts on UTOPIA, click on the "My Stance on the Issues" link on my website or click here).
Below is a letter I received after attending the meeting:

Dear John,

Thank you for taking the time to meet with us yesterday. We were impressed by your attendance – it showed your dedication to your community and your desire to educate yourself properly on important issues.

By attending our Lunch and Learn, you have properly armed yourself with critical knowledge on what UTOPIA is, how it works, and how it is a benefit your communities and set yourself apart from other city council candidates in your community.

We hope that you were able to walk away from our meeting with a greater understanding of UTOPIA. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to be in touch. We will be more than happy to speak with you.

Again, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to learn more about UTOPIA. We look forward to working with you more in the future.

Sincerely,

Todd Marriott
Executive Director
UTOPIA

Campaigning for City Council

I made it through the primary and I am happy with the results. I worked very hard but it was difficult to know if my hard work was paying off.
There are no polls in a local election to tell you how well you are doing. The only way to know how you are doing is to see the election results. So I worked even harder.
It was great to see the results of my efforts. Second place in the primary was a boost to my confidence.
I have met a lot of people. It is addicting to knock on doors and meet people and hear wonderful stories about the people in Centerville and about the city we live in.
Some residents I met have lived here for 60+ years. They love Centerville, as do I.

I am looking forward to meeting many more Centerville residents as I campaign.

I am excited for the potential opportunity to serve on the City Council.

Thank you for your support!