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As a Belmont leader, I have always been committed to going beyond the board room or auditorium and meeting with members of the community. I look forward to sharing with you my stories from Belmont events, talking with residents, and other news items.
Adam Dash, Town Moderator
"I’m honored and grateful to have been elected Belmont’s next Town Moderator. Thank you to everyone who placed their trust in me.
"I want to thank Michael Crowley for his sincere commitment to Belmont. It takes real dedication to step forward and serve our community.
"As I take on this role, I’m committed to independence, fairness, transparency, and respect for every voice. It’s important that we all work together to ensure that Town Meeting is the strong, robust legislative body at the heart of Belmont’s democratic process.
"Thank you so much, Belmont."
Adam Dash, Candidate
"I was disappointed to see the recent blog post by a member of my opponent’s campaign team framing my candidacy in a way that misrepresents my motivations..."
"I am running to help repair and strengthen Town Meeting, so that every member can participate fully, deliberations are less chaotic and more clearly organized, and all voices are heard and included."
Nicole Dorn, Town Meeting Member
"I am supporting Adam Dash for Town Moderator because he is the only candidate who can bring to the role the independence that it requires and run Town Meeting effectively..."
"Adam also does not express support or opposition on issues because he understands that this neutrality is what the Town Moderator role requires. Without this impartiality, people lose trust in the process and results.
PAC Funding Not Appropriate
Roy Epstein, Town Meeting Member
"If you’re like me, you have received two postcards from the statewide teachers’ union on behalf of the Crowley campaign, which I know cost of thousands of dollars. The moderator has to be impartial in policy matters and the budget and I have to believe these mailings are intended to influence Town Meeting. I, for one, do not think it is appropriate for outside PAC money to play a role in our non-partisan elections for town offices. "
Amy Checkoway, Town Meeting Member
"As a former School Committee member, current Town Meeting member, and community volunteer who cares deeply about Belmont, I am writing to express my strong confidence that Adam Dash will be an excellent town moderator. ... When Town Meeting works well, Belmont works well. Adam has the skills, preparation, and temperament to guide Town Meeting and help our community make thoughtful, fair, and inclusive decisions. "
Letter to the editor
Jack Weis, Town Meeting Member
"One important aspect that sets Adam apart is his extensive legal background, which makes him the better choice to serve in the essential role of presiding over Town Meeting sessions."
"Adam’s extensive legal background would have resulted in a clearer ruling at the outset and, going forward, will preclude similar mid-meeting reversals that might impact the outcome of a Town Meeting vote."
Let's Hire the Most Qualifed Candidate
Roger Colton, Town Meeting Member
and Anne Lougée
"The town moderator’s basic “job” is to run Town Meeting. For Belmont to run properly, Town Meeting must run properly. In this election, residents must choose who they want to “hire” to run our local legislature."
"Belmont really needs to hire the most qualified person to be town moderator. Adam Dash is that person."
Cathy Couture
"These are local elections and I want to know that candidates are supported by town people not some outside super PAC.
"The moderator needs to be an independent voice supporting all residents.
"I will not be supporting a candidate using super PAC money."
Emma Thurston, Town Meeting Member
"Town Meeting requires a moderator who’s efficient, respectful of their time, who can make decisions that comply with the law in real time, and who can present accurate information in a clear and concise manner to avoid confusion during Town Meeting. Adam unequivocally possesses all those qualities."
Ellen Schreiber, Town Meeting Member
"For 13 years, I’ve known Adam to be knowledgeable and well-spoken. His meetings are fair and do not waste time. He is a municipal law attorney, which greatly benefits the town. He is out in the community more than anyone I know—listening, sharing, and encouraging people to get involved. Also, he cares."