The Lisbon Reporter

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

District 2 Town Council Candidate Gregg Garrison

My name is Gregg Garrison and as a candidate for the Lisbon Town Council; I would like to provide the voters of Lisbon, specifically District 2 (Lisbon Falls) a little information about myself.

My family consists of myself, my wife, two children, three dogs, and a cat, we have been Lisbon residents for the past 12 years. I retired from the Navy in 2006 and am currently employed at Naval Air Station, Brunswick as the Supervisory Physical Security Specialist. My wife and I recently celebrated our 19th wedding anniversary and while we have lived in a number of different towns and cities from New Jersey to Alaska to Texas, we have chosen to make Lisbon Maine our home.

I have a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of the State of New York and an Associate in Applied Science Degree from the Community College of the Air Force. I am currently certified with the State of Maine as an Educational Technician. During my time in the military I have performed a wide range of duties and am familiar with administration, security, law enforcement, education, and supervision.

I believe representatives of the people should do just that, represent all the people regardless of their political affiliation. I believe our town government is in need of new voices, since I have not served on any town boards or committees I have no preconceived ideas on how they function. While it is true standardization and “corporate knowledge” are necessary for continuity, there is also a need for new, fresh, ideas to ensure that continuity does not lead to stagnation; I believe I offer that opportunity.

Strategically located between Topsham and Lewiston, I believe our town has major opportunities and look forward to representing the people of Lisbon on the Town Council. Whether you choose to support me or someone else, I urge everyone to vote on November 3rd. If you don’t vote you stifle your own voice and leave the decisions about YOUR town up to someone else.

Gregg Garrison
Candidtate for Town Council
District 2