THE BALLOT ? CANDIDATE

Mark Nelson recently announced his candidacy for a 3-year term on The Wilmington Board of Selectman.

As a lifelong resident, he has had the opportunity to witness first hand, the growth and development of Wilmington over the last 40 years.

After graduating Wilmington High School in 1973, he went on to study Land Development Law while helping to raise his daughter Kristen ( WHS class of 2003). Mark has served on various committees over the years and annually submits articles for the warrant at Town Meeting.

As a seasoned candidate Mark brings a straight forward no nonsense approach and ability to address the REAL ISSUES up front and head on. Always a stickler for information and details, he prides himself on getting accurate facts and presenting all concerned the best information available. His commitment to the community extends beyond developing [www.NLSN.net] a one-stop Internet link to all of Wilmington�s computer generated information, he has also petitioned the Annual Town Meeting with 6 Articles. Articles numbered 38,39,40,41,42, & 43 are designed to return more voter voice in the future direction of serious town issues and re-establish ACCOUNTABILITY at all levels of government. Mark does not accept financial contributions from anyone and runs a campaign that is not indebted to any special interest, particular group or individual. While staunchly opposing any new tax hikes or debt exclusions, Nelson believes streamlining government and practicing smart growth through proper planning could best serve the community.

Mark has always supported having the MBTA train station upgraded from the current arrangement. And believes he can mend the strained relationship that currently exists and negotiate a better plan than what is currently on record.

ENVIRONMENTAL issues are always on top of the list of real issues. The Olin property needs the source removed immediately with mitigation measures implemented to minimize the growing plume that threatens our CLEAN DRINKING WATER. Rocco�s landfill and McDonald Road contamination will not go away on it�s own and deserves immediate attention at all levels. The residents of Kelley Hill deserve answers, why are there wells contaminated, where is coming from and how do we remove the chemicals.

SMART GROWTH THROUGH PROPER PLANNING has never been more important. As a town, we need to complete a Master Plan immediately and go after State and Federal funds before they dry up. Adopt linkage-bylaws to mitigate the impact of neighboring town�s development. Hire experience planners to help better direct our immediate needs related to open space, recreation & parks, transportation and amending the Town�s By-Laws to better control development.

EDUCATION, Mark has promised, that if elected, he will immediately establish a fundraising group to help ease the cost of a New Library on taxpayers. By soliciting the Town�s Major Corporations who have prospered in this community for years, Mark hopes to raise the funds needed to construct a state of the art facility.

Other issues that top his list of goals includes developing an Affordable Housing Program that works. Creating a not for profit group made up of local residents and developers to create our own housing program geared to prevent the mega developer from filing comprehensive permits under chapter 774. Better protecting Wilmington�s most valuable natural resource � SILVER LAKE�. Establishing a Land Bank, Creating a Boys & Girls Club with a recreational resource center, the list goes on.

Make a difference and better your quality of life, get involved and give yourself a choice. Your vote for Mark will go a long way to protecting your best interests. Mark is more than a part time figurehead on a policy making board, he will be a Full Time, Hands On, energetic representative presenting the voters and citizens of Wilmington the best choices available. Mark can be reached at 694-9686 if you have any questions or concerns or you can email Mark from the web site at www.NLSN.net.