August 2, 2005
Profile: Marty Klein
Democratic Candidate for First Selectman
Michael J. Sanders

Marty Klein has been unanimously chosen by the Killingworth Democratic Town Committee to be the First Selectman candidate for the Fall 2005 elections. Marty was chosen for his intelligence, work ethic, understanding of the needs of towns such as Killingworth and his impressive ability to see the big picture when its comes to governance and the need to handle complex issues.

He moved to Killingworth with his wife Barbara and raised four children. All of their children attended K-12 schools in the Killingworth system. His commitment to a healthy and sound Killingworth is without question.

For most of his life he has been involved in agriculture. He has successfully operated an agricultural business and developed and owned Klein's Gulf Range in Madison for 12 years. He has developed extensive business skills and has successfully managed a variety of projects. Marty's business and life experience have taught him the importance of long term strategic planning. This planning is crucial to preserve the vitality of our community in order to safeguard its future.

One of Marty's greatest strengths is his ability to see beyond the moment. He knows that looking at Killingworth requires a lens that focuses down the road 10-20 years. If we plan for our children, we know that their moment will come when they are grown. How we educate and prepare them will greatly affect their future. How we plan for our town will greatly affect their future home. The questions facing Killingworth demand long-range vision and the ability to foresee the interrelated impact of a wide range of trends and developments. This Marty can do with skill and mastery.

Not only will Marty's door always be open -- Marty will be there when you step through it. He will be a full time First Selectman. Our town's needs can be met by nothing less.

On the national stage we are witnessing strident rhetoric and polarization at a time when our country is at a crossroad and we can least afford it. Killingworth is at a crossroad as well. We are on the cusp of changes that will determine whether or not we can keep our rural character while pursuing a course of measured growth in carefully planned increments. We must all pull together; one hand knowing what the other is doing, coordinating the work of our Boards and Commissions to do what is best for our environment, children, seniors and all our residents.

In the future this election will be viewed as one critical in determining Killingworth's evolving identity. It is important for every citizen to become involved. The Killingworth Democratic Town Committee has developed a plan for the future of Killingworth, and Marty is ready and able to carry it forward. In the coming months he will be actively working to meet with as many of you as possible for an in-depth, one-on-one discussion about the issues that concern you and their solutions. On behalf of the Town Committee we urge you to engage in the political process and thank you for your taking part.

( For more about the Killingworth Democratic Town Committee visit our website at www.killingworth.dems.info)

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