LTE from Our Sister, Maureen McManus opposing the Fairfax Recall

Fairfax council members should not be recalled

I've lived in Fairfax for decades. I raised my kids here. I worked for many years in local grocery stores serving our community. I stay civically engaged and care deeply for my community.

That's why I want to speak up in strong support of Mayor Lisel Blash and Vice Mayor Stephanie Hellman, who are the target of a recall effort right now. I've watched these two in action. They're always prepared and organized.

They have serious work to do. The sad truth is, it's not always possible to get it done in a way that leaves everyone happy. I believe that recalls should not be brought about for differences in ideology.

Recall efforts should be saved for cases of real malfeasance. From my perspective, that's simply not the case here.

The mayor and vice mayor continue to show up to do the work of the people. Just for doing that, I have seen and heard many rude and untrue comments targeting them. Some of the allegations hurled at them are unsubstantiated and, frankly, a distraction. And yet, Hellman and Blash continue to show up.

Now is the time for thoughtful, united action - not unnecessary disruption. Let's work together and support our mayor, vice mayor, the other Town Council members and our town.

Resist this needless recall effort which only threatens to divide us. Please do not sign the recall petitions.

Maureen McManus, Fairfax