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I am supporting Michael Koplinka-Loehr for Lansing's Tompkins County Legislator (District 6). With 12 years as a county legislator (District 11), a previous school board member, and former member of the Town of Lansing Economic Development Committee, Mike has a wealth of experience that will be put to good use for our town and its residents.

His community spirit is evident from his many years of community volunteerism, such as being a founding member of the Family Reading Partnership Board, or his 6-year stint as Chair of the Forest Home Traffic Calming Committee. Mike's 4 years as Chairman of the County Budget Committee, in which county taxes were lowered, speaks well to his sound fiscal management of tax dollars. Mike will bring more representation and involvement of Lansing to Tompkins County government. This will give Lansing a better voice and more leverage in county decisions and more benefits and services to Lansing residents.

I have seen Mike operate up close, and he is open and respectful to the concerns of all town residents across the political spectrum. In this polarized world, more consensus building is a tremendous asset. I see Mike as a person who can do just that for the benefit of the entire town. Please join me and vote for Mike Koplinka-Loehr for the Lansing County Legislature this November 7th.

Tom Butler
Lansing, NY
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