Support Wordingham

Posted with the permission of The Naples Record, originally published Wednesday October 28, 2009

To the editor:

We are writing to voice our support for Al Wordingham for Prattsburgh Town Supervisor. It is crucial to the landowners and taxpayers that we have new leadership and we know he will work hard for everyone, regardless of their party affiliation.

Al and his family have lived next door to us for over 10 years. Although we've had a few minor differences, we've always found Al to be reasonable and impeccably honest. He is extremely hard working and has unquestionable ethics. Over the years we've gotten to know more about his background. Al was born in Wayland, lived in Springwater and attended Wayland Central Schools. He became a businessman and inventor by sheer will and determination. He is a wonderful family man and neighbor.

Sometimes we joke about the contrast between our two properties. Ours is a "work in progress" and no one could ever accuse us of trying to keep up with the Joneses, but we love our five acres of paradise and what we've built so far. Al's home and property are immaculate and very tidy. One might think there would be friction between neighbors with such different styles of living. Al Wordingham is no snob and respects the rights of others.

We consider ourselves very fortunate to live next to such a good man and his family. With Al, what you see is what you get - honesty, integrity, and a real willingness to always do the right thing. These qualities of leadership are exactly what Prattsburgh needs.

Kerry and Stephanie Lipp
Cookschool Road, Prattsburgh