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ignored” by those on council.
Gooch concluded by noting that “the founding fathers, as a representative government, don’t have to take a head count but have to have independent judgment.”
Council members then discussed the candidates. Claudia Mitchell said that it was “incredible to have so many people who want to do something for the town.” She added that she was impressed with Fowler, but felt that Goodine’s “experience and understanding of ordinances is very crucial to everything we do.”
She also addressed Fowler’s petition, and said that she had spoken to one of the signatories and was told that that individual’s signature was not to represent a vote for Fowler, but merely “to make sure that he had an opportunity.”
Jeff Benson said that he was “not going to discount the petition. These silent names are screaming—it’s not something we can ignore . . . .”
Alice Butler also spoke in support of Fowler and of the validity of the petition. She said, “I do think we should listen to the people who signed the petition.”
Reinhardt Lynch thanked “the candidates and the people for coming here,” and said that he hoped that the council would do the right thing.
Jerry Goebel said that we have “two great candidates— I hope we can make the right choice.”
Mayor Leggett said, “I come down in support of Jean. It comes down to belief and knowledge.” He added that he did not ascribe to the belief “that a petition is as good as a ballot.”
The final result: for Goodine— Leggett, Lynch, Mitchell, Goebel and for Fowler—Butler and Benson.
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