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Editorial: Endorsing Amy Ritterbusch for Select Board

By contributor,

Making an endorsement for Select Board is difficult for me in that I know both candidates well. Both
have been of service to the Town for many years and have contributed to our community in significant
ways.

I have worked with Amy in a few capacities, but my endorsement is based on working with her on the
Planning Board. When we were co-members Amy was always prepared, thoughtful and deliberate in
her approach. She never struck me as coming into a meeting with preconceived preferences. She read
everything, took copious notes, and asked pointed, deliberate questions. It is all that one could ask for
in a representative on the Planning Board.

During my last year on the Board I was Chair and felt privileged to have Amy on the Board with me. I
could always depend on her professionalism and dedication. I can not think of one meeting where she
was not fully prepared or on top of her game. Combined with common sense, she was and remains a
key member of the Planning Board.

I almost hate to see the Planning Board lose her, but I believe Amy will be a fresh voice and dedicated
member of the Select Board. Personally, I have no doubts as to whether she will act in manner that is in
the best interest of Hopkinton. Amy is not afraid to voice ideas that some may not agree with. It is
reflective of her advocacy for the Town and the interests of some who may not be fully heard. In the
few times when we were not on the same page, her points were always clear, and I respected her
position as based on reflection and deliberation. I never had the impression that Amy “flew by the seat
of her pants”. I always learned something from Amy.

My endorsement has little meaning except to be able to highlight Amy’s ethics and hard work and how
she would be a benefit for the community by serving on the Select Board.

I do want to close by saying I have deep admiration and appreciation for John Coutinho for all his work
for the Town over the years. To be honest if Amy were not running, I would be endorsing John versus
someone else. It is just that I think Amy is that good and her voice on the Select Board will be a positive
for Hopkinton that we can not lose.

Please join me in supporting Amy in the election going on now.

John Ferrari
6 Barbara Rd.

**This article was written by a group or person in the Hopkinton Community and does not reflect the views of HCAM or any of their Board Members or Employees.**